IIST Trivandrum Courses & Fees 2026

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IIST Trivandrum Latest Updates & News

15 May, 2026 IIST Trivandrum PhD Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 54,800 .

IIST Trivandrum Fee structure 2026 has been released for PG programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.72 Lakhs.

IIST Trivandrum also announced Fee structure 2026 for UG programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 7.43 Lakhs-₹ 9.26 Lakhs.

IIST Courses are offered at the UG, PG, and doctoral levels. There are 30 courses offered at IIST. The courses are offered in disciplines like Engineering and Science. IIST courses include M.Tech, B.Tech, M.Sc, PhD, B.Tech + M.S, and B.Tech + M.Tech. Popular courses at IIST are M.Tech and B.Tech.

  • M.Tech: The Total Fees for M.Tech are INR 2.03 Lakhs
  • B.Tech: The Total Fees for B.Tech are INR 7.43 Lakhs
  • M.Sc: The Total Fees are INR 2.03 Lakhs
  • IIST Hostel Annual Fees 2026-2027 are INR 44,750 

IIST Top Courses With Fees 2026

The following table shows the popular courses offered by IIST, with their eligibility criteria and fees, along with the hostel fees.

Course Eligibility Total Fees
M.Tech Graduation with 60% + GATE INR 2.03 Lakhs
B.Tech 10+2 with 75% + JEE Advanced INR 7.43 Lakhs
M.Sc Graduation with 60% + GATE INR 2.03 Lakhs
Ph.D Post Graduation + UGC NET INR 54,800
B.Tech + M.S 10+2 with 75% + JEE Advanced INR 9.26 Lakhs
B.Tech + M.Tech 10+2 with 75% + JEE Advanced INR 9.26 Lakhs

IIST MTech Fees 2026

IIST offers an MTech course with total fees of INR 2.03 Lakhs. It offers an MTech course in 15 specialisations. The most popular specialisations are Machine Learning and Computing & Digital Systems, and Signal Processing. For admission into the MTech course, candidates need a Bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 60%. The selection of the candidates is done on the basis of the GATE score. A Detailed fee structure of the MTech course is given below.

Fee Type Amount
Tuition Fees INR 1.40 Lakhs
Total Fees INR 2.03 Lakhs

The detailed fees for the major M.Tech course are as follows.

MTech Course Eligibility Total Fee
Machine Learning and Computing Graduation with 60% INR 2.03 Lakhs
Digital System & Signal Processing Graduation with 60% INR 2.03 Lakhs
Quantum Technology Graduation with 60% INR 2.03 Lakhs
Geoinformatics Graduation with 60% INR 2.03 Lakhs
Vlsi And Microsystem Graduation with 60% INR 2.03 Lakhs

IIST BTech Fees 2026

IIST offers BTech course with Total Fees of INR 7.43 Lakhs including a tuition fees of INR 5 Lakhs for a duration of 4 - year duration. It offers a B.Tech course in 3 specialisations. The most popular specialisations include Aerospace Engineering, Avionics Engineering, Computer Science, and Engineering - Data Science. To get admission into this course, candidates need to pass 10+2 with at least 75% from a recognised board. Selection of the candidates is done on the basis of the JEE Advanced score. A Detailed fee structure of the B.Tech course is given below.

Fee Type Amount
Tuition Fees INR 5 Lakhs
Total Fees INR 7.43 Lakhs

The detailed fees for the B.Tech course are as follows.

B.Tech Course Eligibility Total Fee
Aerospace Engineering Graduation with 75% INR 7.43 Lakhs
Computer Science and Engineering - Data Science Graduation with 75% INR 7.43 Lakhs
Avionics Engineering Graduation with 75% INR 7.43 Lakhs

IIST MSc Fees 2026

IIST offers MSc course with Total Fees of INR 2.03 Lakhs, including a tuition fee of INR 1.40 Lakhs for a duration of 2 years. IIST offers an MSc course in one specialisation, namely, Astronomy and Astrophysics. For getting admissions into this course, candidates need a Bachelor's degree with at least 60% from a recognised University. The selection of the Candidates is done on the basis of the GATE exam score. A Detailed fee structure of the MSc course is given below.

Fee Type Amount
Tuition Fees INR 1.40 Lakhs
Total Fees INR 2.03 Lakhs

IIST PhD Fees 2026

IIST offers a PhD course with Total Fees 2025- 2026 of INR 54,800, including the Tuition Fees of INR 15,000 for a duration of 3 years. IIST offers a PhD course in 7 specialisations. The most popular specializations include Aerospace Engineering, Earth Space Science, and Avionics. For admission into this course, candidates need a post-graduation degree from a recognised University. Selection of the candidates is done on the basis of UGC NET scores. A Detailed fee structure of the PhD course is given below.

Fee Type Amount
Tuition Fees INR 15,000
Total Fees INR 54,800

The detailed fees for the PhD course are as follows.

PhD Course Eligibility Total Fee
Aerospace Engineering Post-Graduation INR 54,800
Earth Space Science Post-Graduation INR 54,800
Physics Post-Graduation INR 54,800
Avionics Post-Graduation INR 54,800
Chemistry Post-Graduation INR 54,800
Humanities And Social Science Post-Graduation INR 54,800
Mathematics Post-Graduation INR 54,800

IIST Scholarships 2026

IIST offers Scholarships to its meritorious and weaker sections of society. IIST Scholarships for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students as listed below.

S. No. UG Scholarships PG scholarships
1. The top 5 students (UG/DD) admitted in 2025-2026 who have secured AIR (All India Rank, in JEE Advanced Examination, 2025) up to 1000 would be entitled to a full fee waiver for the first year. However, they have to maintain a CGPA of 9.0 and above on a scale of 10 at the end of each year in order to obtain a full fee waiver for the subsequent year. MTech students with a valid GATE score will receive scholarships through AICTE
2. Students (UG/DD) admitted in 2025-2026 and securing a CGPA of 9.0 or higher (in the scale of 10) in a given semester would receive a 50 per cent tuition fee waiver in the next semester. The number of waivers shall be limited to ten per cent (10%) of the admitted students in each program. For students enrolled in the Master of Science program, Scholarships will be paid by IIST

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IIST Courses & Fees FAQs 2026

Ques. What is the Application Procedure for the IIST Year-Round Internship?

Ans. IIST offers year-round internships/projects to students, in addition to summer internships for a period ranging from 3 months to 12 months. In order to do this internship/project in IIST, the external student has to independently seek a Faculty Supervisor in IIST in the desired stream. After discussion and mutual agreement with the supervisor, the student can apply for an internship/project through the IIST website. The application requires a detailed work plan to be carried out at IIST. The Faculty supervisor will endorse the applicant’s project plan and forward it to the internship committee for approval. If selected, the student will receive the internship/project offer letter from the Dean of Student Activities. Students affiliated with an Indian Institution or University will be considered for internships/projects lasting between 3 and 12 months. This must be a part of the student’s academic curriculum. The student has to submit a No Objection Certificate from the student's parent institution.

Ques. What are the objectives of SEDGs in IIST?

Ans. In accordance with the guidelines issued by the UGC, Government of India, dated January 2024, regarding the provision of equitable opportunities for Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs) in Higher Educational Institutions(HEIs), the following committee is constituted with immediate effect for two years. The objectives of this group are to ensure the constitutional rights, dignity, safety, and security of students belonging to SEDGs. To support inclusive, safe, and equitable education for SEDGs at the institution and to provide academic, emotional, and socio-economic support and mentoring to SEDGs students is another objective too. To oversee the implementation of orientation programs, bridge courses, and outreach initiatives, and to implement and monitor all schemes and policies meant for SEDGs by the Government / UGC are the most important objectives as well.

Ques. What is the Eligibility and duration of the Abdul Kalam Postdoctoral Fellowship at IIST?

Ans. To commemorate the vision of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, IIST has introduced a new Fellowship program called “Abdul Kalam Postdoctoral Fellowship” for highly motivated young doctoral students with a proven record of excellence in research and who propose to pursue disruptive and cutting-edge research in fundamental science and engineering that has societal implications in research areas related to those being pursued in IIST.

Indian citizens, including people with NRI/PIO status, as well as foreign nationals, preferably below 35 years (Age relaxation of five years will be given to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged & Women candidates), are eligible for this program. PhD degree from a duly recognised Indian or foreign university/institute, with at least three lead author research publications in Q1 journals with a high impact factor, is the Qualification required for this fellowship. Duration is initially for one year, with a possible extension for an additional year, subject to performance review at the end of the first year.

Courses Offered By IIST Trivandrum 2026

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2 years
(Full Time)4.1(8 reviews)
Ranked 60th in India & 3rd in Kerala
Application Date19 Feb - 17 Mar 2026
CoursesMachine Learning and Computing & 14 more
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4 years
(Full Time)4.1(46 reviews)
Ranked 60th in India & 3rd in Kerala
Application Date2 June - 11 Jun 2026
CoursesAerospace Engineering & 2 more
1.2K Views(Last year)
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Ph.D 
₹54,800Total Fees
3 years
(Full Time)4.7(1 review)
Application Date8 Apr - 07 May 2026
CoursesPhysics & 6 more
425 Views(Last year)
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2 years
(Full Time)
Application Date19 Feb - 17 Mar 2026
348 Views(Last year)
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5 years
(Full Time)4.1(46 reviews)
Ranked 60th in India & 3rd in Kerala
Application Date2 June - 11 Jun 2026
CoursesAstronomy & Astrophysics & 1 more
78 Views(Last year)
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IIST Trivandrum B.Tech Aerospace Engineering: Students' Opinion

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Fees at Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Aerospace Engineering program include several components. The tuition fee varies depending on income and category, with charges for income exceeding 5 lakhs per annum at Rs. 62,500 per semester, reduced to Rs. 20,850 for income between 1 and 5 lakhs, and waived entirely for incomes below 1 lakh or for SC/ST/PD categories. Total course fees are approximately 8 lakhs, potentially subject to future increases.

Additional fees comprise a one-time admission fee of Rs. 500, a development fee of Rs. 1,000, a refundable institute security deposit of Rs. 5,000, and semester-wise charges inclusive of a hostel establishment charge of Rs. 10,000, hostel rent of Rs. 6,000, and electricity and water charge of Rs. 750. Medical and insurance fees total Rs. 4,000, with library and examination fees at Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 1,000 respectively. There is a compulsory registration fee of Rs.

200. Additionally, mess charges are typically Rs. 15,000. Scholarships offering tuition refunds are available based on merit, income, and category criteria, with facilities for full tuition refunds for specific income brackets and GPAs.

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govinda
Jul 9, 2022 07:48
Hey, I am bsc chemistry student may i eligible for do master in material science (iist)
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Jaspreet Kaur
Jul 17, 2022 20:11

No, you are not eligible to apply for the Master of Technology [M. Tech] (Material Science and Technology) as the minimum eligibility set requires one to have B.E./B.Tech./Master of Science degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. 


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