IIT Gandhinagar M.Sc Cognitive Sciences: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Course Highlights	Details
duration	2 Years (Full Time)
course level	PG (Degree)
mode of study	On Campus
total fees	₹ 96,000
eligibility	Graduation with IIT JAM
entrance test	IIT JAM

Course Highlights

Details

duration

2 Years (Full Time)

course level

PG (Degree)

mode of study

On Campus

total fees

₹ 96,000

eligibility

Graduation with IIT JAM

entrance test

IIT JAM

IIT Gandhinagar M.Sc Cognitive Sciences Fees

M.Sc Cognitive Sciences Fees at IIT Gandhinagar covers a range of expenses, including tuition fee, course materials, and access to campus facilities.

The total fees for M.Sc Cognitive Sciences is ₹ 96,000.
This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 96,000.
Candidates need to pay ₹ 48,000 in the first year.

Earlier, M.Sc Cognitive Sciences fees at IIT Gandhinagar was ₹ 96,000 (in 2024) for the entire course duration. This shows that the fee has remained unchanged since 2024.

Compare IIT Gandhinagar M.Sc Cognitive Sciences Fees with Similar Colleges

Students have an option to pursue M.Sc Cognitive Sciences from similar colleges such as IIT Delhi, IIT Gandhinagar. Similar to IIT Gandhinagar, M.Sc Cognitive Sciences at these group colleges is offered Full Time for a duration of 2 Years.

Comparing the course fees at these colleges, the total course fee at IIT Delhi is the highest with ₹ 1.2 Lakhs. This is followed by IIT Gandhinagar with ₹ 96,000 Among these, IIT Gandhinagar has the lowest fee for M.Sc Cognitive Sciences with ₹ 96,000.

College	M.Sc Cognitive Sciences Total Fees
IIT Delhi	₹ 1.2 Lakhs
IIT Gandhinagar	₹ 96,000

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fee	₹96,000
total fee	₹96,000

Fee Type

Total Amount (INR)

tuition fee

₹96,000

total fee

₹96,000

Important Dates for M.Sc Cognitive Sciences at IIT Gandhinagar

Important Events

Events	Dates
Freezing Choices - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	May 06, 2026
First List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	May 25, 2026
Fee Payment for 1st List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	May 30, 2026
Second List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 08, 2026
Fee Payment for 2nd List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 11, 2026
Third List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 16, 2026
Fee Payment for 3rd List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 20, 2026
Forth List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 27, 2026
Fee Payment for 4th List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 30, 2026
Additional Round List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jul 03, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Submission of Application - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Mar 27, 2026 - Apr 15, 2026
IIT JAM Result Date	Mar 20, 2026
IIT JAM Exam Date	Feb 15, 2026

Important Events

Events	Dates
Freezing Choices - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	May 06, 2026
First List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	May 25, 2026
Fee Payment for 1st List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	May 30, 2026
Second List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 08, 2026
Fee Payment for 2nd List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 11, 2026
Third List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 16, 2026
Fee Payment for 3rd List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 20, 2026
Forth List Declaration - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 27, 2026
Fee Payment for 4th List - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 30, 2026
Withdrawal Window - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Jun 03, 2026 - Jul 03, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Submission of Application - Admission JAM 2026 [M.Sc]	Mar 27, 2026 - Apr 15, 2026

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IIT Gandhinagar: 2 Answered Questions

How should I prepare for IIT Gandhinagar Msc Cognitive Science written test? How many sections are asked in test?

Anisha SrivastavStudied at Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar (IITGN)

I gave my written test for MSc. Cognitive Science was offered at IIT Gandhinagar some time back.

The written test is the same for everyone and contains 4 Comprehensive-type questions and 1 question on Data Interpretation. The total marks for the test are 25 and the duration for the test is 1 hour. Solve some random comprehensive-type questions from the internet to prepare for your written exam.

Passages can come from topics such as - Pathophysiology of neurodegenerative disorders, case studies of behavioral experiments using VR/AR, the latest advancements in AI and Philosophy, etc.

The questions are designed in a manner that can be interpreted by everyone. Keep calm and you will surely qualify for the written test for this program at IIT Gandhinagar.

What is the process to get admission into IIT Gandhinagar to study in cognitive science?

Yash AroraIIM Bangalore | IIT Gandhinagar

For the MSc. Cognitive Science program at IIT Gandhinagar, there are two selection rounds, a written test, and a panel interview. The application process starts from the 2nd week of January and based on your application (SOP and Academics), you are called to take a written test in the last week of February.

The written test is the same for everyone. It contains 4 comprehensive-type questions and 1 question on Data Interpretation. The paper is of 25 marks and one-hour duration.

During the interview, a panel of three individuals asks questions based on your branch. For example, if you studied B.Tech Biotechnology, you will be asked questions on it. Some questions are asked from basic Neuroscience and others are asked from the subjects that you studied during your UG.

You will also be asked about your purpose for pursuing this course. This is an important question that will increase your chances of getting selected among students from various educational backgrounds.

The selection rate for the course is very slim, around 3.3%. Usually, your GATE/NET scores are not considered and your academic record, written test performance, and interview performance are taken into consideration for selection into the MSc. Cognitive Science program offered at IIT Gandhinagar.

I would suggest you practice comprehensive-type questions and go through your application properly. Prepare well and you will surely get selected for this course at IIT Gandhinagar.

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