IISER Application Form 2026 

The IISER 2026 application process is a streamlined, online procedure designed to make admission accessible to science aspirants across India and abroad. The following is a comprehensive article detailing the IISER 2026 application form.

Application Timeline and Mode

• The IISER 2026 application form is expected to be released in the second week of March 2026, and candidates must submit their applications online.
• IISER application portal generally remains open for four to five weeks, with key deadlines for registration, document upload, and fee payment.
• After closure, a short window for form corrections is typically provided.

Registration Steps

• Candidates must register on the official IISER admission portal – www.iiseradmission.in by providing basic details, a valid email address, and mobile number.
• After registration, candidates will receive an application/registration ID and a password for secure login.

Filling the IISER 2026 Application Form

• Applicants must log in using registered credentials to fill the detailed form, entering personal data, educational qualifications, board details, year of passing, category, and more.
• Choices must be made from among the available academic programs and IISERs—candidates can submit preferences for up to 11 programs across all IISER
• All relevant documents, such as mark sheets, birth certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and a recent passport-size photo, must be uploaded in the specified format and size.

Application Fee

• The application fee is ?2,000 for General/EWS/OBC-NCL categories and Rs1,000 for SC/ST/PwD/Kashmiri Migrants.
• Foreign nationals need to pay ?12,000 as the application fee.
• Payment is accepted only through a secure online gateway on the application portal; the fee is non-refundable.

Submission and Confirmation

• After filling details and uploading documents, candidates should review all entries for accuracy before final submission.
• On successful payment and form submission, confirmation is provided via email and SMS; candidates may download or print the submitted application for records.
• The application number is essential for future login, admit card download, and counselling.

Form Correction Window

• If errors are detected post-submission, a form correction window is typically offered for updates or changes.

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FAQs

Q1: When will the IISER 2026 application form be released?

Ans. The IISER 2026 application form is expected in the second week of March 2026, with the deadline usually in the second week of April 2026.

Q2: Is one application valid for all IISER campuses?

Ans. Yes, IISERs conduct a centralized application process. One application form allows candidates to apply for all IISER programs across campuses. Preferences can be submitted for up to 11 courses.

Q3: What documents are required for the application?

Ans. Applicants need scanned copies of their Class XII-mark sheet, birth certificate, category/caste certificate (if applicable), passport-size photograph, and signature. All must be uploaded as per specified formats.

Q4: How is the application fee paid and what are the charges?

Ans. The fee is paid online via the portal—?2,000 for General/EWS/OBC-NCL, ?1,000 for SC/ST/PwD/Kashmiri Migrants, and ?12,000 for foreign nationals. Payments are non-refundable and accepted only through the official portal.

Q5: Can errors in the form be corrected after submission?

Ans. Yes, a brief correction window is usually provided after the application deadline, during which candidates can edit certain details in their form.