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INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SPACE AND SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY, TRIVANDRUM KERALA – GALLERY
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About Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), a Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 was established in 2007 at Thiruvananthapuram. The Institute functions as an autonomous body under the Department of Space, Government of India. The institute is the first of its kind in the country to offer high-quality education in areas of space sciences, space technology and space applications. This Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is one of the top Universities of Kerala.
IIST offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes relevant to space studies. The institute currently offers two B.Tech courses in Aerospace Engineering and Avionics and a Dual Degree (B. Tech + Master of Science/ M. Tech) programme with B.Tech in Engineering Physics and any of the following Postgraduate specializations – (i) Master of Science (Astronomy & Astrophysics) (ii) M. Tech (Earth System Science) (iii) Master of Science (Solid State Physics) and (iv) M. Tech (Optical Engineering).
Apart from this, IIST offers postgraduate programmes in fifteen areas of space science, space engineering and related areas. These M. Tech and Master of Science programmes are open to students with requisite degrees as well as small earmarked seats for scientists/engineers of DOS /ISRO. The academic programmes have been formulated to strengthen the fundamentals, experience the realities through practical work, and enhance the knowledge and understanding in the areas relevant and related to space.
The Governing Board of the Institute is chaired by the Secretary, Department of Space, Bengaluru. There is also a separate Governing Council and the administration of IIST is carried out by the Chancellor and Director.
IIST encourages all its faculty members to guide and supervise young scholars for the PhD programme as well as for Post-Doctoral programmes.
Currently the institute has 98 faculty members from 11 different states of the country, ably supported by a large number of non-teaching staff. There are around 560 UG students, 160 M. Tech/Master of Science students, and over one hundred PhD scholars in the campus.
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum – Highlights
| Type of University | Deemed to be University |
| Year of establishment | 2007 |
| Certification | Accredited by NAACwith A Grade. |
| Approval | UGC, AICTE, New Delhi. |
| Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Address: | Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum Valiamala Road, Valiamala, Kerala 695547 |
| Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Contact No.: | 0471 2568418 / 0471 2568618 / 0471 2568462 |
| Email Id. | academics@iist.ac.in |
| Accepted/Conducted exams | KMAT, GATE. |
| Official website | https://www.iist.ac.in/ |
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum – Course, Fees & Duration
| Courses | Duration | Fees (INR) |
| Bachelors Degree – Undergraduate Degrees | ||
| B. Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Avionics) | 4 years | 48,400/- per semester plus Rs. 13,000/ as refundable caution deposit. |
| B. Tech (Aerospace Engineering) | 4 years | 48,400/- per semester plus Rs. 13,000/ as refundable caution deposit. |
| Dual Degree Programmes | ||
| Dual Degree ( B. Tech + Master of Science / Master of Technology) | 5 years | 19,650/- |
| Postgraduate Programmes | ||
| M. Tech in Aerodynamics & Flight Mechanics | 2 years | 19,650/ per semester |
| M. Tech in Structures and Design | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Thermal and Propulsion | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Control Systems | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Digital Signal Processing | 2 years | Rs.19,650/ per semester |
| M. Tech in RF and Microwave Engineering | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in VLSI and Microsystems | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Power Electronics | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Materials Science & Technology | 2 years | |
| Master of Science Astronomy & Astrophysics | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Earth System Sciences | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Geo Informatics | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Machine Learning & Computing | 2 years | |
| M. tech in Optical engineering | 2 years | |
| M. Tech in Solid State Technology | 2 years | |
| Ph. D Programmes | ||
| Economics | Rs.12,150/- per semester for full time and part time 3500/- per semester. | |
| Critical Theories & Statistical Techniques | ||
| English | ||
| Management | ||
| Sociological |
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum – Facilities
The campus is located at Valiamala, about 25 km from Thiruvananthapuram city, on the way to the famous hill resort of Ponmudi. The campus of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum has an area of about 100 acres.
The institute provides the full-fledged infrastructure of international standards to develop an excellent academic and research atmosphere. The academic activities are spread across four blocks – Aerospace, Sciences, Avionics and Interdisciplinary hosting all the seven departments. The Academic blocks are equipped with spacious lecture halls and well-designed research and curriculum laboratories. The Academic blocks also house the offices of the faculty members and research scholars.
An imposing Library building is centrally located well stocked with a large number of books on space and related topics. IIST also has an Astronomical Observatory situated on the roof top of the Sciences block Institute.
Apart from these facilities, the Institute has modern washrooms with basic amenities. There is ample facility for the physically challenged through smooth and well-paved ramps, modern amenities and automatic lifts for commuting at each floor. The Avionics department has specialized structures enabled for easy passage and entry for the physically challenged employees as well.
The campus is fully residential for students. The Institute has specially built hostels for boys and girls with modern infrastructure. Ramps built at each level help the students to avoid climbing of stairs leading to fatigue and other ailments.
The campus is self-sufficient with a bank, ATM outlet, cafeteria and eatery joints. Adequate security arrangements are in place to ensure a secured campus.
The students can commute from the city to the institute with cabs and vehicles provided by the Institute when and where needed.
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum – Rankings
- The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum has been ranked 30th among the Engineering Institutes/ Universities across the country in 2019.
- The Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology (IIST) is ranked eighth among all Indian Universities by the National Institutional Ranking Framework, set up by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India.
- Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology was ranked 33 by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Engineering category in 2020.
