Improving Chances for IISER Mohali through Second Round Counseling
Welcome to our guidance on college admissions for students who have achieved a certain score in the IAT exam, specifically in the context of securing a place at IISER Mohali.
Understanding Your Current Situation
This year, you have scored 136 out of 240 in the IAT exam. You belong to the general category, which sets certain expectations for your admission prospects. The question many students and their families often ask is, with such a score, can you get into IISER Mohali through the Admission Round?
Based on historical data and the experience of many students, the answer is quite positive. Particularly, for the second or third round of counseling, you have a good chance of getting a seat at IISER Mohali. Additionally, there is a slight but real chance that you might even secure a spot at IISER Kolkata or Pune, if you do not get a position at Mohali this time.
Scoring Trends and Cutoff Analysis
The individual cutoffs for IISERs, especially for Mohali, are usually in the range of 80-85 for the general category students. This range can vary from year to year, depending on factors like the difficulty of the exam and the total number of available seats.
Considering the recent scoring trend, it seems quite likely that the cutoffs will be lower this year. For instance, last year’s cutoff for IISER Mohali was around 93-94 for the general category. Given this and the potential downward shift in cutoffs, your score presents a solid case for a seat at IISER Mohali in one of the later counseling rounds.
Regional IISER Options
Even if IISER Mohali turns out to be out of reach this time, rest assured, you still have a place of higher preference at IISER Tirupati or IISER Berhampur. These institutions are highly reputable and will open up new avenues for your academic and research journey in the STEM fields.
Final Words of Encouragement
Your performance in the IAT exam is commendable, and you should be proud of your achievements. The counseling processes for IISERs are designed to be fair and inclusive, and your hard work will be recognized accordingly. We strongly recommend you to stay patient and focused as the seat allocation process unfolds.
Best of luck, and we hope to see you at one of the IISERs soon!