The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram, has extended the registration last date for UG Admission 2026 to 17 June 2026. Candidates who qualified for JEE Advanced 2026 and wish to apply for BTech or Dual Degree programmes at IIST must complete their registration at admission.iist.ac.in before the last date.
A provisional registration facility has also been enabled for candidates who are awaiting revision of their Class XII board examination performance status.
IIST UG Admission 2026 – Key Dates
| Event | Date |
| Registration Start Date | 26 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Register (Extended) | 17 June 2026 |
| Official Website | admission.iist.ac.in |
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have qualified JEE Advanced 2026
- Minimum 75% marks in Class XII (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) — 65% for SC/ST candidates
- Age limit: Not more than 21 years (for general category)
Programmes Offered
IIST offers the following UG programmes:
- B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics, and Engineering Physics
- Dual Degree (BTech + MTech) – 5-year programme in Engineering Physics with MTech specialisation
Graduates maintaining the minimum required CGPA are eligible for direct absorption into ISRO.
How to Apply for IIST UG Admission 2026
- Go to the official website admission.iist.ac.in
- Click on the UG Admission 2026 registration link
- Register using your JEE Advanced credentials and basic details
- Fill in the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee – ₹600 (General) | ₹300 (Reserved category)
- Submit and save the confirmation for future reference
Important Notes
- Candidates awaiting Class XII board result revision can use the provisional registration facility
- JEE Advanced 2026 score is mandatory – no direct admission is available
- The registration deadline has already been extended once; candidates should not wait till the last moment
