IISc launches 3 BTech programmes in aerospace, materials science; admissions via JEE Advanced score

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru has announced the introduction of three new BTech programmes for the 2026–27 academic session. Admissions to these newly launched undergraduate courses will be based on JEE Advanced 2026 ranks, followed by JoSAA counselling.

According to the institute, the new BTech programmes are designed to build strong foundational knowledge in engineering, mathematics, and computational methods while also focusing on research and innovation in emerging fields.

The three new BTech programmes announced by IISc are:

• BTech in Materials Science and Engineering
• BTech in Mechanics and Computing
• BTech in Aerospace Engineering

These programmes will be offered along with the existing BTech in mathematics and computing programme. These courses mix basic engineering concepts with advanced science and computer tools. They help students prepare for jobs in research, development, and industry.

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Admission through JEE Advanced

As per the official announcement, admission to all three programmes will be based on the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Advanced 2026) score. After that, selected students will join JoSAA counselling for seat allotment.

The JEE Advanced 2026 examination is scheduled to be held on May 17, 2026, and only candidates who qualify for the JEE Main are eligible to appear for it. Further admission details will be available through the JoSAA counselling schedule.

IISc has said that students must clear JEE Advanced to be eligible for admission. The selection will be done through the same national counselling process used for IIT admissions.

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IISc BTech admission 2026

The institute said the new BTech programmes will give students a strong basic foundation in the first few semesters. The syllabus will include main subjects like engineering, mathematics, and computer-based methods.

The programmes are designed to train research engineers who can use knowledge from different fields to solve difficult problems in India and around the world.

IISc said students graduating from these programmes will develop analytical, computer, and practical skills. The institute believes they will be well prepared for careers in higher studies, research organisations, and top industries around the world.

“With these new courses, IISc aims to strengthen its undergraduate engineering programmes and meet the changing needs of technology and research,” the institute said.