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ISI B.Stat / B.Math
ISI Admission Test (B.Stat / B.Math)
Indian Statistical Institute admission test for the 3-year B.Stat (Hons) at ISI Kolkata and B.Math (Hons) at ISI Bangalore. Single objective + subjective math paper; one of the most rigorous undergraduate math entrances in India.
Updated 2 Sept 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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ISI B.Stat / B.Math eligibility
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
- Education
- Class 12 with Mathematics + English as core subjects.
- Candidates appearing in Class 12 in the same year can apply.
- Final selection considers BOTH the written test (Multiple Choice + Subjective) AND an interview round.
- Attempts
- No formal attempt limit.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen, NRI, foreign nationals (limited seats).
ISI B.Stat / B.Math cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Selection — approximate (final round of B.Stat / B.Math, 2024)
ISI does NOT publish numerical cutoffs. Selection is based on holistic evaluation of the written + interview. Conversion rate ~0.4% (1 in 250).
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | B.Stat Kolkata | ~40-50 students admitted from ~12,000 applicants |
| 2024 | B.Math Bangalore | ~30-40 students admitted from ~8,000 applicants |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
ISI B.Stat / B.Math paper analysis — what actually got asked
Topic-by-topic weightage averaged across 2022-2024 papers. Use this to decide where to invest study hours, not where to skim. Source ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Objective MCQ (30 Qs / 120 marks)
80/188 marks avg
Class 12 calculus + algebra + geometry — JEE Adv level
~80 marks(43%)
Objective MCQ
40/188 marks avg
Number theory + combinatorics + abstract reasoning
~40 marks(21%)
Subjective (8 Qs / 68 marks)
50/188 marks avg
Calculus proofs + algebra + number theory + combinatorics + olympiad-style problem solving
~50 marks(27%)
Takeaways for prep planning
- ISI is the closest UG math entrance to the IMO style — proof-heavy, deeply conceptual, no shortcut formulas.
- Standard JEE prep covers ~30% of ISI depth. Add olympiad-style problem solving (Pranesachar, Engel) and Spivak's Calculus.
- Interview is conducted by ISI faculty — they probe foundational understanding, not memorised theorems.
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Top tier — near-certain admission
93–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •ISI Kolkata — B.Stat / B.Math with near certainty (among India's most selective programs)
- •Among top 20-30 mathematical talent in the country for this cohort
- •Exceptional performance; interview is formality unless major issues
- •Alumni include Fields Medal nominees and top researchers
- •Program comparable in selectivity to IMO medal winners
- •Direct pathway to global PhD programs (MIT, Stanford, Princeton track record)
Strong admission probability
83–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •ISI Kolkata — B.Stat with high confidence (leading to research/analytics careers)
- •ISI Kolkata — B.Math with high confidence (leading to PhD/academia)
- •Among top 50-80 performers nationally
- •Very strong chance of final admission unless interview goes poorly
- •Graduates typically pursue PhDs at top global universities or join quantitative finance
Competitive admission range
71–82% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •ISI Kolkata — B.Stat (flagship statistics program, ~35 seats)
- •ISI Kolkata — B.Math (pure mathematics program, ~30 seats)
- •Strong written performance; admission likely with decent interview
- •Total cost approximately ₹10,000-15,000 per year (heavily subsidized)
- •Interview tests mathematical maturity and originality
Interview shortlist range
56–70% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Strong chance of clearing written test and receiving interview call
- •ISI Kolkata — B.Stat / B.Math (interview performance becomes crucial)
- •Approximately 200-250 candidates typically shortlisted for interview
- •Final selection depends heavily on interview and subjective test performance
- •Prepare for advanced problem-solving and oral examination
Borderline — may qualify written
36–55% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below qualifying threshold
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
See older updates →Latest news
The Indian Statistical Institute released the merit list for B.Stat (Hons) and M.Sc in Quantitative Economics on June 11, 2026. Results for B.Math and other programs are expected in late June 2026.
The ISI Admission Test for B.Stat, B.Math and postgraduate programs was successfully conducted on May 10, 2026 in offline pen-and-paper mode across multiple centers nationwide.
The Indian Statistical Institute extended the last date for ISI Admission Test 2026 registrations to March 26, 2026, giving candidates additional time to apply for B.Stat, B.Math and other programs.
The ISI Admission Test 2026 notification was officially released on February 7, 2026, announcing the exam date and application process for undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Important dates
First round provisional admission
passedThu, 2 Jul, 2026
Second Round provisional admission
passedTue, 7 Jul, 2026
Third Round provisional admission ends
passedFri, 10 Jul, 2026
Ends at 4:00 PM
ISI 2027 notification (expected)
149 days awaySun, 7 Feb, 2027
Based on typical annual cycle, notification expected in early February
Syllabus
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