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TIFR GS CS Syllabus 2027

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Graduate School — Computer Science

TIFR (Tata Institute of Fundamental Research)Online (CBT)Once a year (December)
Total Questions50
Duration180 min
Total Marks150
Marking Scheme+3 for correct, -1 for incorrect

Exam Pattern

#Subject / SectionQuestionsMarks
1Computer Science2575
2Mathematics2575
Total50150

Syllabus by Subject

Eligibility & Attempts

EEligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in CS with 60% marks

ANumber of Attempts

No limit

Exam Schedule

Frequency

Once a year (December)

Next Exam Date

December 2026

Registration Opens

September 2026

Preparation Tips

  • 1Discrete Mathematics and Theory of Computation are core areas
  • 2Algorithms questions require proof-based thinking, not just implementation
  • 3Study CLRS, Sipser, and Rosen for solid foundation
  • 4Practice IIT/CMI entrance past papers alongside TIFR papers

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