IIT BHU M.Sc admission 2024 will be based on the IIT JAM scores followed by counseling. For IIT BHU MSc admission 2024, the IIT Jam Registration window opened on September 05 and the last date to apply is October 25, 2024. The JAM Admit Cards will be available on January 08, 2024, on the online admission portal. Along with that, the IIT JAM 2024 examination will take place on February 11, 2024.

IIT BHU offers a 2-year duration MSc program in 2 different specializations such as Chemistry, and Physics. The institute grants its MSc admission based on the scores secured in the IIT JAM exam. IIT BHU MSc cutoff overall for the general category remained at 389-401 rank.

Candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in Science stream or any relevant discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate or 6.0 CGPA are open to apply for the IIT BHU MSc program. However, the SC/ST/PwD students can expect a relaxation of 5% of marks. Candidates are also required to sit for the IIT JAM entrance exam and have to qualify for it with valid scores. Further, the aspirants must apply for the MSc program by filling up the application form available on the institute’s admission portal.

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IIT BHU MSc Important Dates 2024

Tabulated below are the important dates related to IIT BHU MSc Admission 2024:

Events Dates
IIT JAM Registration Window September 05 - October 13, 2023, October 25, 2023 (Extended)
Availability of IIT JAM Admit Card January 08, 2024
IIT JAM Exam Date February 11, 2024
IIT JAM Result Declaration March 22, 2024
IIT JAM Application For New Admission April 10, 2024
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IIT BHU MSc Eligibility Criteria

  • The minimum eligibility to pursue an M.Sc at IIT BHU is a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks
  • The selection of the course is based on valid scores obtained in the JAM entrance examination.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% aggregation marks. 

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IIT BHU MSc Admission Criteria

  • IIT BHU assesses students' academic merit when admitting them to MSc programs.
  • The IIT JAM entrance exam is held every year on a rotational basis to shortlist candidates for admission to MSc at IIT BHU.
  • Candidates must hold a B.Sc. or comparable degree from a recognized college or university to be considered for admission.

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IIT JAM Entrance Exam

  • IIT JAM 2024 is open for all nationals including the NRIs. For admission, foreign nationals are required to satisfy the prescribed rules and regulations formed by the committee.
  • The exam is conducted in online mode.
  • There is no age restriction for the aspirants to appear for the exam.
  •  The candidates who have either appeared or are due to appear in the final examination of their qualifying degree in 2023 are also eligible to appear in JAM 2024.
  • A total of 3 admission lists were released. Candidates not allotted seats in the first/second admission list will remain on the waiting list until the final admission list is released.

IIT BHU MSc Seats

Given below is the intake capacity for the students admitted to the MSc program. The total seats include all the categories of students i.e., General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST. The table below shows specialization-wise seat intake for the MSc program:

Courses Seats
Chemistry 25
Physics 25
Total 50

IIT BHU MSc Admission Application Procedure

Candidates who want to apply for IIT BHU MSc courses should take the steps outlined below:

Step 1: Candidates must have to visit the IIT BHU's official application portal.

Step 2: To apply online, go to the "Apply Online" tab.

Step 3: Fill in the essential information to register as a new user.

Step 4: Log in with your credentials and complete the application form with accurate information.

Step 5: Enter your academic credentials.

Step 6: Submit the IIT BHU MSc application form and then, pay the application fee.

Step 7: Take out the printout of the application form for future reference.

Documents Required for IIT BHU MSc. Application

Along with the application form, scanned copies of the following documents must be submitted:

  • Signature and colored photograph
  • Certificate of Birth
  • Passing Certificate and a sheet of qualifying marks
  • Scorecard for the entrance exams
  • Certificates of caste and category (if applicable)

IIT BHU MSc Cutoff 2024

IIT BHU accepts the IIT JAM scores of the Candidates for admission to M.Sc. Program. Every year NTA publishes the 4 rounds of cutoff for IIT Guwahati M.Sc. Program. Check the Past year Cutoff for IIT BHU M.Sc. Program in the table below.

Courses 2023 Cutoff By Rank 2022 Cutoff By Rank
M.Sc Chemistry 521 448
M.Sc Physics 579 540

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IIT BHU MSc Course Details

IIT BHU offers MSc Programs in two different areas/ streams and that is in Physics and Chemistry. The 2-year program is divided into 4 semesters.

IIT BHU MSc Syllabus

Tabulated below are the details of the syllabus and credit structure for IIT BHU MSc.

Semester MSc Chemistry (Credits) MSc Physics (Credits)
First 18 23
Second  23 22
Third 23 23
Fourth 16 20
Total Credits 80 90

IIT BHU MSc Program Structure

  • Elective Courses: Students must select elective courses from a list of options, but they cannot select a subject that is part of their department's programs.
  • Reservation Criteria: For admission in MSc courses at IIT BHU, candidates who belong to the General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category, 5.5 out of 10 or 55% marks is required and for SC/ST and PwD category candidates, 5.0 out of 10 or 50% marks is required.

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FAQS

Ques. Can International students apply for the IIT BHU MSc program?

Ans. Yes, international students can apply for the MSc course at IIT BHU. They will not be required to take the Entrance Test if they have passed the equivalent qualifying exams and meet the minimum eligibility criteria.

Ques. What is the reservation policy followed at IIT BHU?

Ans. In each discipline, IIT BHU reserves 15% seats for SC, 7.5% for ST, and 27% for OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates. The institute also provides 5% relaxation in qualifying degrees to the SC/ST candidates in the IIT BHU admission process.

Ques. Does IIT BHU have collaborations with international institutions?

Ans. An MoU has been signed between the IIT(BHU) and the University of Electro-Communications (UEC), Tokyo, Japan, for academic exchange and cooperation between the two institutions based on equality and reciprocity.

Ques. Do IIT BHU MSc students get any kind of scholarship?

Ans. Yes, Financial assistance equivalent to Junior Research Fellowships is granted to all non-sponsored students admitted to IIT BHU MSc.

Ques. Is there a separate admission process for sponsored candidates?

Ans. Yes, there is a separate admission process for sponsored candidates and they have to follow the process as specified by the institute.