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Indian Statistical Institute
An Institution of Excellence in Statistics & Mathematics
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About Indian Statistical Institute
Mahalanobis set up the Statistical Laboratory in the Presidency College sometime in the 1920s. On 17 December 1931, the Indian Statistical Institute was founded as a learned society and housed in the Statistical Laboratory.
The Institute was registered on 28 April 1932, as a non-profit distributing learned society under the Societies Registration Act (XXI of 1860) and is now registered under the West Bengal Societies Registration Act XXVI of 1961 amended in 1964. Sir R.N. Mookerjee accepted the office of the President of the Institute and held this office until his death in 1936.
During the 1920s and until the mid-1930s, all or nearly all the statistical work done in India, was done single-handedly by Mahalanobis. The early statistical studies included analyses of data on the stature of Anglo-Indians, meteorological data, rainfall data, data on soil conditions, etc. Some of the findings of these early studies had of great impact on the control of floods, development of agriculture, etc., and led to the recognition of Statistics as a key discipline.
The Indian Statistical Institute began as a small room in the Presidency College in 1931, and now comprises buildings on several acres of land in four major cities (Calcutta, New Delhi, Bangalore, and Hyderabad)! What began with a total annual expenditure of less than Rs. 250 in 1931, now has a total annual expenditure of over Rs. 15,000,000! What began in 1931 with a solitary human 'computer' working part-time, now comprises over 250 faculty members and over 1,000 supporting staff and several modern-day personal computers, workstations, minicomputers, supermini computers, and mainframe computers! Impressive as these figures are, they convey little idea of the road traversed, the range of activities undertaken, and the intimate relationship of the Institute with the life of the nation.
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A Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from ISI Kolkata, a reputable institute with a constantly updated and revised curriculum. The ISI Act of 1959 designates the organization as an institution of national importance.
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Access potential job opportunities, mentorship sessions and talent marketplace, exclusive LinkedIn group, curated ‘Workplace Skills’ courses to fast-track your career, and Career workshops and industry speaker sessions with experts facilitated by ISI.
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Access an accomplished student community and alumni network. One-third learners are studying from 22+ nations around the globe. 80% of the batch are working professionals with rich industry experience (36% have 10+ years of experience across large MNCs.
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Course | Full Fees | Duration |
PG Diploma in Applied Statistics Program | ₹4,50,000 | 1 Year |
Indian Statistical Institute Facts
- ISI (Indian Statistical Institute) offers Postgraduate Diploma Programs in Data Analytics, Official Statistics, and other specializations.
- Indian Statistical Institution was founded by Professor P. C. Mahalanobis.
- In 1995 the Indian Statistical Institute Act was amended to allow ISI to offer degrees and diplomas in statistics, mathematics, economics, and computer science.
- On 17 December 1931, the Indian Statistical Institute was founded as a learned society and housed in the Statistical Laboratory.
- In 1932 ISI was registered under the Societies Registration Act as a learned society.
- ISI is recognized by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) of the Government of India.
- The institute works on key projects of the ministry like the Census of India, Implementation of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan – Govt. of Tamil Nadu, Browser-based data capture technology for the NSSO survey, and many more.
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Upon successful completion of the Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics, you will -
- Receive a hard-copy of the certificate issued directly by the Indian Statistical Institute. It will be signed by the President, Director and Dean of Studies at ISI.
- Be invited to the official convocation ceremony at ISI and receive the certificate along with the graduates of the offline programs.
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Indian Statistical Institute Admission Process
Candidates interested in enrolling themselves in the Postgraduate Diploma Program offered at Indian Statistical Institute Kolkata first have to fall under the eligibility criteria set up by the institute. Eligibility criteria at ISI include:
- The applying candidate must have a bachelor's or undergraduate degree earned from a recognized university/college.
- Students should have high-school level maths and algebra skills.
Students who have an eager interest in data, and evidence-based decision-making, can proceed with the further admission process that requires a few steps mentioned below:
Step 1- Submit your application. Update your details and upload your degree certificate, transcript, and valid ID proof.
Step 2- Prepare for the assessment. You may choose to go through key formulae and revision notes provided in the next section.
Step 3- You may take the practice assessment before attempting the main one. You will be provided 2 attempts and need at least 35% to pass - there is no negative marking.
Step 4- Your details will be reviewed by the ISI faculty and you will receive an offer letter if you meet all the admission criteria.
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Indian Statistical Institute Examination Pattern
The grade for each individual course will be given as an absolute score, out of 100. The score will be a weighted sum of the scores obtained in the graded assessments (assignments, quizzes, and the final examination).
The graded quizzes and assignments will have a total of 60% weightage and the final examination will have 40% weightage.
For most courses, a major part of the final examination will be staff-graded.
To pass a course, one must get a score of at least 50 out of 100.
Frequently Asked Questions?
The main headquarters of ISI is situated in Kolkata and has four different centres located at Tezpur, Chennai, Delhi, and Bangalore.
The Indian Statistical Institute conducts its Admission Test every year and qualified candidates can enrol in multiple undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and postgraduate diploma programs in their relevant specialisations.
The eligibility criteria for the Admission test is a Bachelor's or undergraduate degree earned from a recognized university/college and knowledge of high-school level mathematics and calculus.
The last date to apply online for the PG Diploma in Applied Statistics can be found here.
You can write to pgdas.support@isical.ac.in and you will receive a response from the Admissions Team.
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Preissner Sebastian
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Reviewed in India on September 2, 2024
Reflecting on my experience after completing half a year of the programme, I have acquired a thorough understanding of applied statistics. Balancing a full-time job with the programme requirements was challenging, but I was able to manage it successfully. I am eagerly anticipating the second half of the program and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a practical comprehension of statistics.
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Vinayakan Sajeev
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Reviewed in India on September 2, 2024
Being an Economics student seeking to improve my quantitative abilities, I discovered this program to be an excellent match for my needs! The course curriculum is designed by top-tier faculty members from ISI, Kolkata, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to interact with them on a weekly basis. I am thrilled to pursue the Data Science specialisation in the upcoming semester. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my experience.
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Shashank Singh
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Reviewed in India on September 2, 2024
I would like to express my gratitude to ISI and Coursera for providing a well-designed program with excellent content. The program covers a vast syllabus, and the pre-recorded videos are a great mode of delivery. Prof. Debashish & Prof. Debapriyo are helpful and resolve queries within the stipulated time. Although this is a new course, the Institute has a legacy of 90 years of solving academic and industrial problems. The Institute and Coursera's commitment to excellence ensures that students receive the best possible education. I highly recommend this program and would give it a rating of 4.8/5. If you find the course challenging, remember the valuable knowledge you stand to gain and keep learning to complete the program successfully.
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