I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at IISER in Apr 2026
Interview
The interviewer started by saying that they don't have much time. Then they asked me to introduce myself, which I did and they asked me a question from my MTech project. Then they asked me to solve a maths problem which I was not confident in.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is the driving factor in the circadian rhythm
Explain Mendel's law of dominance in modern terms with respect to cellular functions
IISER Pune has two rounds of interview, with questions related to the basics of your field of expertise/ graduation. Interview panel usually consists of three to five people, mostly faculties from the stream you are applying for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked questions regarding the basics of my field of graduation. Questions from 3-4 different fields were asked.
Selection done through JGEEBILS or any National Qualifying exam like CSIR/GATE. 2 round interview with 3-4 panel members in each round. 1st round is online and 2nd round maybe either online/offline.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They mainly ask you questions from your topic of interest and some from your previous projects like dissertation.