Islamic University of Science and Technology Pulwama (IUST PULWAMA) - Admission

State University

UGC, AICTE, AIU

Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir

State University

UGC, AICTE, AIU

Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir

IUST Admission 2023 (Ongoing): Courses, Application Process, Scholarships

Updated On - February 06 2023 by Abhinandan Singh

IUST Admission 2023 is done on the basis of various national-level entrance exams. For admission in B.Tech courses, the university accepts the JEE main score and for admission in the M.Tech course, the university accepts the GATE exam score and CMAT score for managemnet programmes. The university also conducts entrance tests for a few courses. Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) is a reputed public university in Awantipora, Pulwama region, Jammu & Kashmir. It was established on November 7, 2005, by the J&K state government.  Islamic University of Science and Technology is recognized by the UGC and AICTE and is a member of AIU. It offers B.Tech programs in 6 engineering disciplines, including BBA, B.Sc. AFM and BA English (Hons.) programs at the undergraduate level. It offers MBA, MCA, M. Tech Food Technology, M.Sc., and MA programs at the PG level in various disciplines. It also offers Ph.D. programs in various fields. Candidates can check all the details related to IUST Admission 2023 from this article.

Latest Update 

IUST Admission 2023 Application Form is available.

IUST Admission 2023 Highlights

Candidates can check all the important highlights of the Islamic University of Science & Technology from the following article:

IUST Basic Details
University TypeGovt. Aided
Basic Admission CriteriaEntrance and merit-based
Application ModeOnline
Name of Entrance ExamUniversity/National Level Entrance Exam
Exam ModeOffline
ScholarshipYes
Official Websitehttps://www.iustlive.com/Index/Default.aspx

IUST Admission Dates 2023

Candidates must check the Important Dates to apply for admission at IUST 2023:

IUST Admission Dates
Course NameAdmission Start DateAdmission Last Date
B.TechStarted

To be announced soon
M.Tech
MBA
Under UG courses
Under PG courses

Admission Through Entrance Test

  • IUST offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various disciplines. Admission to the BTech programme is granted on the basis of a valid JEE Main score while admission to BTech LE is determined by merit.
  • The University-based entrance examination is the determining factor for admission to BSc (Actuarial & Financial Mathematics), Post Basic BSc (Nursing) and BA (Hons) English courses. For MTech (Food Technology), applicants must possess a valid GATE score or qualify in the IUST entrance exam.
  • The selection criterion for MBA admissions is based on scores obtained in CMAT/IUSAT MAT.

IUST BBA, BA & B.Sc. Admission 2023

The Islamic University of Science & Technology offers BBA, a BA Honors program in English, and a B.Sc. program in Actuarial & Financial Mathematics to students at the UG level.  The basic eligibility for admission is 10+2 qualification from a recognized board. The selection of BBA candidates is done based on the Undergraduate Management Aptitude Test (UG MAT), conducted by AIMA. BA English (Hons.) and B.Sc. AFM candidates are selected through entrance test conducted at the university level. Below mentioned is the total intake, eligible criteria, and selection criteria about these courses offered by the University:

Course NameSpecializationTotal IntakeEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
BBABusiness Administration60Candidate must pass 10+2 in any stream from a recognized boardAdmission is based on UG MAT score
BA HonorsEnglish40Admission is based on Entrance Test conducted by the university
B.Sc.Actuarial & Financial Mathematics30Candidate must pass 10+2 in science stream from a recognized board
Basic BScNursing60-
Key Points:
  • 01 seat in each UG program is reserved for the wards of permanent Employees of IUST.
  • In case of a tie, B.Sc. AFM candidates having higher marks in Mathematics/or Statistics subject at 10+2 level are given preference.

IUST B.Tech Admission 2023

The Islamic University of Science & Technology offers a four-year B.Tech degree in 6 specializations. Lateral Entry in B.Tech is also offered by the institute. The basic eligibility criteria for admission to B. Tech courses is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology as the main subjects. B. Tech regular candidates are evaluated based on in JEE Main (Paper-I) marks and last qualifying exam marks. Lateral Entry candidates are selected through an entrance test conducted by the university. Below mentioned is the total intake, eligible criteria, and selection criteria about these courses offered by the University:

IUST B.Tech Course Details
Course NameSpecializationTotal IntakeEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
B. TechElectrical Engineering60 Candidate must pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics from a recognized universityAdmission is based on JEE Main (Paper-I) + last qualifying exam marks
Mechanical Engineering60
Electronics & Communication Engineering90
Computer Sc. & Engineering90
Food Technology90
Civil Engineering120
B. Tech Lateral EntryElectrical Engineering05Candidate must have 3-year Polytechnic Diploma in EngineeringAdmission is based on Entrance Test
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Computer Sc. & Engineering
Food Technology
Civil Engineering
Key points:
  • Selection of candidates for B. Tech regular programs is done in the following pattern:
    • 60% preference to JEE Main (Paper-I) score
    • 40% preference to the normalized score of the qualifying exam
  • Candidates with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are also eligible to apply for the B. Tech program in Food Technology.
  • Candidates securing negative marks in JEE Main (Paper I) are not eligible to apply for the B. Tech programs.
  • Appearing in JEE Main (Paper -I) is not a requirement for B.Tech in Food Technology.
  • B. Tech Food Technology candidates are selected based on an entrance test conducted by the institute. The test comprises of MCQs based on Physics, Chemistry and Math/ Biology studied at 10+2 level.
  • 02 seats in B.Tech Engineering (Lateral Entry) programs are reserved for the candidates who have passed their qualifying degrees from IUST.

IUST MBA Admission 2023

The Islamic University of Science & Technology offers a 2-year Regular MBA and MBA in International Business. The basic eligibility criteria for admission is a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks in the last qualifying exam. Candidates with a valid CMAT score must fill the online application form available at the University’s official website. Candidates are selected based on CMAT score and performance in GD/ PI conducted by the University. Below mentioned is the total intake, eligible criteria, and selection criteria about this course offered by the University:

Course NameSpecializationTotal IntakeEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
MBARegular90Candidate must have a Graduation degree in any stream from a recognized universityAdmission is based on CMAT score + Group Discussion / Personal Interview
International Business30
Key Points:
  • Selection of candidates for the MBA program is based on the following criteria:
    • 60% preference is given to CMAT score
    • 40% preference is given to GD and PI.
  • In case of a tie in CMAT/ MAT score for MBA admissions, candidates having higher marks in GD/ PI will be given preference. If marks in CMAT/ MAT and marks in GD/ PI are the same, candidate older in age is given admission.
  • Appearing in CMAT score is a pre-requisite for the MBA program, although not compulsory. Candidates without CMAT score must, however, partake in MAT conducted by IUST for selection purposes.

IUST M.Sc, MA And MCA Admission 2023

The Islamic University of Science & Technology offers M.Sc., MCA, and MA courses at the postgraduate level. The basic eligibility criteria for admission is a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant or allied discipline with a minimum of 50% marks. The selection of candidates is based on their performance in the Entrance Exam for the respective courses conducted by the institute. Below mentioned is the total intake, eligible criteria, and selection criteria about these courses offered by the University:

Course NameSpecializationTotal IntakeEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
M.Sc.Information Technology20Candidate must have a Graduation Degree in the relevant stream from a recognized universityAdmission is based on the entrance exam conducted by the university
Chemistry20
Physics20
Statistics20
MCA-60Candidate must have BCA/ Graduation Degree from a recognized university
MAArabic Language & Literature45Candidate must have a Graduation Degree in the relevant stream or allied discipline from a recognized university
English Lang. & Literature40
International Relations (Peace & Conflict Studies)25
Islamic Studies45
Journalism & Mass Com.25
Economics30
Key Points:
  • Graduates who have studied Mathematics at 10+2 level/ graduation are eligible to apply for the MCA program.
  • Candidates who have studied Mathematics/ Statistics/ Applied or Actuarial Mathematics at 10+2 level and/ or graduation are eligible to apply for the M.Sc. Statistics program.
  • Candidates holding Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology in Information Technology are eligible for the M.Sc. IT program.
  • MA International Relations program has been specifically designed for Mid-career professionals such as lawyers, journalists, and NGO workers.
  • A minimum of 45% aggregate marks in the last qualifying exam is required to apply for the MA Arabic Language & Literature.
  • Candidates with 55% or above marks are eligible to apply for the MA program in Islamic Studies.

IUST M.Tech Admission 2023

The university offers an M.Tech program in the discipline of Food Technology with an intake of 8 students. The basic eligibility criteria for is a B. Tech degree in Food Technology with a minimum of 50% marks in the subject. Selection in M.Tech is done through the entrance test conducted by the university. GATE qualified candidates can also apply for the M. Tech program and are exempted from the university entrance test. Below mentioned is the total intake, eligible criteria, and selection criteria about this course offered by the University:

Course NameSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
M. Tech.Food TechnologyCandidate must pass B. Tech in Food Technology from a recognized universityAdmission is based on Entrance Test conducted by university/GATE score
Key Points:
  • Candidates aspiring admission to M.Tech Food Technology offered by IUST must appear for GATE before filling the application form at the university level.
  • For admission to M. Tech Food Technology program, the candidate with higher marks in the Biology subject in graduation is given preference when there is a tie in the GATE/ Entrance exam marks.

IUST Ph.D. Admission 2023

The Islamic University of Science & Technology offers Ph.D. programs in 5 disciplines. The basic eligibility criteria for admission is a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. The selection of candidates for the Ph.D. programs is done based on the applicants’ performance in the entrance test (conducted by the university) followed by a personal interview session. Below mentioned is the total intake, eligible criteria, and selection criteria about this course offered by the University:

Course NameSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
Ph.D.Arabic LiteratureCandidate must have a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with 50% marks from a recognized universityAdmission is based on Entrance Exam + Interview conducted by the university
English Literature
Islamic Studies
Business Studies
Journalism & Mass Comm.
Key point:

The intake for Ph.D. courses is determined as per the availability of seats/ supervisors in the Concerned Department/ School. Admission to the Ph.D. programs is conducted twice a year.

IUST 2023 Application Form

Candidates can apply for admission to a particular program only through online mode by visiting the University website. Candidates must also ensure his/her eligibility as per the criteria laid down for admission to a particular program. The application process in details is as follows:

  • The Application Form is available on the IUST official Website of Islamic University of Science and Technology, Pulwama
  • The candidate should Register with the Email Id and Password to fill the Application Form.
  • Fill the Application Form with the Personal, Academic, Graduation, Documents Attachment, and Payment.
  • Upload the recent colored Passport Size Photograph in the Application Form.
  • Attach the required documents for the verification process to the Admission.
  • Pay the Application Fees of Rs.1000/- for Indian and Rs.1500/- for NRI through Online using Debit/ Credit Card or Net Banking.
  • The document should be attached for verification are as follows:
    • Academic/ Graduation Marksheet.
    • DOB Certificate.
    • Entrance Examination Scorecard.
    • Caste Certificate.
    • Conduct Certificate.
    • JEE Main (Paper-I)-2023 / CMAT/MAT /IUST MAT Score Card (if applicable)
    • Category Certificate issued by the concerned authorities (if applicable)
    • Provisional/ Character Certificate from the institute last attended
    • Certificate of Permanent Resident of J&K or J&K Origin (in case of NRI-sponsored candidate)
Important Instructions:
  • The Passport Size Photograph should be 5KB-200KB in JPG, PNG of dimension (130x160)
  • After the submission of the Application Form, a popup message will be shown regarding Name, Applicant No. and Form No.
  • Note the Applicant No. and Form No. for future references.
  • There are different Application Fees for NRI Students.
  • If the candidates applying for more than one program, they should pay an additional fee of Rs. 100/- (per program) as Application Fee.
  • Submit the hard copy of the Application Form along with the bank receipt of Pay-in-Slip and attested relevant documents in the respective department, IUST, Awantipora.
  • The candidates are advised to collect the hard copy of the prospectus against the original pay-in-slip amounting to rupees not less than 1000/- in case of UG and PG Program and 300/- in case of Diploma Program.
  • Use the Applicant No. to check the status of your form after 48 hours of your hardcopy form submission.

Reservation Criteria

The following reservations are currently being offered by the university to eligible candidates:

IUST Reservation Criteria
CategoryReservation of Seats
Scheduled Tribe/ Caste (SC/ ST/ GJB)13%
Residents of Backward/ Border Areas12%
Sportsperson02%
Weak, underprivileged & Social Caste02%
Physically Handicapped (40% or more)03%
Other State/ NRI/ Foreign Candidates03%
Ward of Defense Personnel03%

Scholarship

IUST offers scholarships to meritorious candidates pursuing their continuing education in the university. The following scholarships are currently offered by the institute:

  • Merit cum Means Scholarship Scheme
  • Post Matric Scholarship Scheme
  • Pahari Speaking (PS) Scheme
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC) Scheme
  • Physically Challenged Students (PCS) Scheme
  • Scheduled Castes (SC) Scheme
  • A resident of Backward Area (RBA) Scheme

Additionally, the university offers a Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme for meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds pursuing various programs in Engineering & Technology, under the guidelines of AICTE. A maximum of 5% of the sanctioned intake per program has been made available for admission under this scheme.

Islamic University of Science & Technology

IUST is a public university which is based in Pulwama region of Jammu & Kashmir. Established by the J&K state government, it is accredited with Grade ‘B’ by NAAC and is duly recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) and Section 12(b) of UGC Act. All the technical and nursing programmes offered by IUST have gained approval from Indian Nursing Council (INC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). IUST has strong tie-ups with numerous prestigious institutions such as United Nations University of Peace Costa Rica, Delhi University, University of Kashmir and Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, to facilitate technical, academic and cultural exchange. It comprises five schools including 18 departments and colleges that offer 11 doctoral, 14 PG, 13 UG, three diploma programmes and one certificate course in Arabic language.

 

 

 

 

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