IIT Kharagpur M.Sc admission 2024 will be based on the IIT JAM scores followed by counselling. For IIT Kharagpur MSc Admissions 2024, IIT JAM Counselling registrations are open and the application deadline is April 24, 2024.

IIT Kharagpur offers an MSc program for 2 years. This program is offered in 4 specialisations i.e., Statistics & Informatics, Chemical & Molecular Biology, Mathematics, and Chemistry. The institute grants its MSc admission based on the scores secured in the IIT JAM exam. IIT Kharagpur MSc cutoff overall for the general category remained 28-658 rank.

Apart from 2 years M.Sc. program, IIT Kharagpur also offers Integrated MSc and Dual degree PhD programs. Candidates seeking admission into them are required to satisfy the minimum eligibility requirements. IIT Kharagpur MSc program structure comprises project works/practical works, dissertations, seminars, electives, and viva-voce. Along with that, the faculty members of the M.Sc. programs at IIT Kharagpur are extremely supportive and well qualified in their respective fields of research and education. 

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IIT Kharagpur MSc Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates seeking admission to the M.Sc program at IIT Kharagpur are required to have passed their bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline of science and engineering fields. 
  • Candidates must have secured a minimum of 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA in their graduation. 

IIT Kharagpur MSc Cut Off

Courses 2023 Cutoff By Rank 2022 Cutoff By Rank 2021 Cutoff By Rank
M.Sc + Ph.D. Molecular Medical Microbiology 28 20 29
M.Sc + Ph.D. Geology 63 50 53
M.Sc + Ph.D. Mathematics 190 173 204
M.Sc + Ph.D. Physics 201 197 172
M.Sc + Ph.D. Chemistry 206 215 188

Admission to the M.Sc program at IIT Kharagpur is strictly based on the scores obtained by the candidates in the IIT JAM exam followed by counselling. After the selection to the M.Sc. Program candidates are required to report at the campus for document verification and fee payment. 

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How to Apply?

The candidates who are eligible for studying M.Sc have to take the IIT JAM. Follow these steps to register:

  • Visit the official website
  • Register through the link by entering the candidate’s name, email address and mobile phone number. Create a password.
  • After submitting the registration form, an enrolment ID would be sent to the mobile number.
  • Fill out the form. Include the details of the JAM papers and choice of JAM examination cities.
  • Pay the application fee online and keep a printout for future reference.
  • You can download the admit card from this portal later.

IIT Kharagpur MSc Course Details 

  • The entire course structure of the M.Sc program is divided into 4 semesters over 2 years (each semester of 6 months).
  • The course structure of the M.Sc program at IIT Kharagpur consists of various core courses, electives, projects/practical work, seminars, viva voce, etc.
  • The evaluation system of each semester is based on the performance of the candidates in the internal and external assessments, assignments, viva voce, mid term examinations and end term examinations. 
  • Each theory course consists of minimum 3-4 credits while the projects consist of 8-10 credits.
  • Each candidate has to satisfy the minimum credit requirement per semester and cumulative semester credits for the degree completion. 

IIT Kharagpur MSc FAQs 

Ques. Is there any stipend for M.Sc in IIT Kharagpur?

Ans. No, IIT Kharagpur does not provide any stipends to the candidates of the M.Sc program. However, candidates of the Joint M.Sc-PhD program are provided with the stipends. 

Ques. Is M.Sc from IIT Kharagpur worth it?

Ans. Yes, pursuing M.Sc from IIT Kharagpur is totally worthwhile. The institute provides the best quality education and research facilities to its M.Sc students. The institute also focuses on other activities apart from academics to provide the 360 degree growth of a student.

Ques. What is the admission criteria for IIT Kharagpur MSc Admission?

Ans. Candidates having a minimum of 55% marks in their bachelor's degree of science or engineering are required to appear for IIT JAM. Candidates with a valid cutoff will be called for IIT Kharagpur MSc admission.

Ques. Can I get admission into IIT Kharagpur without JAM?

Ans. No, candidates are required to appear for the IIT JAM entrance examination after meeting the minimum eligibility requirement for the JAM examination. 

Ques. What documents are required during admission at IIT Kharagpur?

Ans. For admission into the IIT Kharagpur M.Sc program a candidate must have following documents. 

  • 10th & 12th marksheets
  • ID Proof such as (DOB Certificate, Adhar Card, License, Voter Card etc.)
  • JAM Scorecard and admit card
  • Passport size photographs