Campus Landmarks & Infrastructure
LibraryCentral Library of ISI
World-renowned mathematical library housing over 200,000 volumes, Sankhya journal archives, and global statistical publications.
HeritageMahalanobis Museum and Archives
Preserving the original computing machines, historical documents, and correspondence of Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis with Albert Einstein and Rabindranath Tagore.
Academic Programs & Admission Pathways
| Degree / Course | Duration | Entrance Exam | Admission Authority | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Statistics (B.Stat. Hons.) | 3 / 4 Years | ISI Admission Test (UGA/UGB) | Indian Statistical Institute | Class 12 with Mathematics and English + ISI Admission Test |
| Master of Statistics (M.Stat.) | 2 Years | ISI Admission Test (PSA/PSB) | ISI | B.Stat. or Bachelor’s degree with Statistics/Math |
| M.S. in Quantitative Economics (MSQE) | 2 Years | ISI Admission Test (PEA/PEB) | ISI Kolkata & Delhi | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with Mathematics at 10+2 level |
| M.Tech. in Computer Science | 2 Years | GATE / ISI Test | ISI | B.E./B.Tech. or Master’s in CS/Math |
Branch-Wise Placement Highlights
| Academic Branch | Average CTC | Median CTC | Placement Rate | Top Participating Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Stat, M.Stat, MSQE | ₹24.00 LPA | ₹22.50 LPA | 100% | Jane Street, Citadel, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan, Google, Microsoft, Walmart Labs |
Closing Rank Trends by Year
Interactive Selector · B.Tech by default| Academic Branch / Specialization | Quota | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Stat. (Hons.) | AI | Top ~50 Ranks in India | Top ~50 Ranks | Top ~50 Ranks | Top ~50 Ranks | Top Choice |
Campus Facilities, Culture & Important Highlights
Campus Facilities & Infrastructure
- Subsidized Hostels & Monthly Stipend:All admitted students receive fully funded tuition and a monthly government stipend of ₹5,000/month.
- Supercomputing Infrastructure:Advanced GPU clusters dedicated to machine learning, biological statistics, and cryptographic research.
Annual Fests & Student Life
- Integration (Cultural Fest):Annual cultural, sports, and technical festival of ISI Kolkata.
Scholarships & Tuition Fee Waivers
- 100% tuition waiver + ₹5,000/month stipend provided by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation to all regular students.
Notable Alumni & Leaders
- Prof. C.R. Rao (National Medal of Science recipient)
- Prof. S.R.S. Varadhan (Abel Prize Laureate)
- Chief Economists and Quant Fund Founders
Campus Connectivity & How to Reach
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) ~10 km
Howrah Railway Station ~12 km, Sealdah Station ~10 km
BT Road (Barrackpore Trunk Road)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do students pay tuition fees at ISI Kolkata?
No. Education at ISI Kolkata is 100% tuition-free, and every admitted student receives a monthly stipend from the Government of India.
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