Giving to IISc

IISc invites partnerships with organizations and individuals interested in investing in the Institute’s mission to foster innovative research and education initiatives that benefit society.

• All contributions will be acknowledged appropriately and the necessary receipts and documents for tax purposes will be sent to the contributors within the deadlines for tax purposes as required.
• Periodic reports will also be sent to the contributors as required.

ODAA Payment Portal

Contribute today using our NEW payment portal:

• zero transaction fee for INR payments (debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI).
• no upper limit on the donation amount from our side (limits depend on individual bank/card settings).
• Donors in India: benefit from 100% tax relief under Section 80G(2)(a)(iii).

Cheque/DD

Contributions can be made via cheque/DD with a covering letter/email stating the name and details of the project. Cheque/DD can be drawn in the name of “The Registrar, Indian Institute of Science” and sent to: Chairman, Office of Development and Alumni Affairs, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – 560012, Karnataka. Phone: 080-22933590/3591. Email: office.odaa@iisc.ac.in

Tax Benefits

IISc has been recognized by the Govt. of India as an institution of national eminence, a Deemed University, and one of the premier research institutions in India. In light of this, the following exemptions have been allowed under various Rules and Acts:

• Contributions made towards scientific research to the Indian Institute of Science are exempted under Section 35(1)(ii) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
• Donors in India can avail 100% tax exemption under Section 80G (2)(a)(iiif) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
• The Institute is exempted from the provision of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act 1976 as per Govt. of India, Ministry of Home Affairs letter No.II/21022/14(3)94-FCRA.I, dated 23rd December 1994.

Benefactors in the US

The IISc Foundation has been established in the USA to enhance global excellence in engineering education and research of IISc, Bangalore. It is an IRS-approved tax-exempt 501(c)3 non-profit entity established and managed by volunteer IISc alumni to raise endowment funds for IISc Bangalore from alumni, corporations, and foundations in the United States.

For more details, please visit: https://iiscfoundation.org

For corporate matching donations in the USA: Please donate directly through your employee portal. Search for the IISc Foundation (EIN: 88-0766543). In the memo section briefly mention the published project you are contributing to.

CSR Funding for Corporates

We invite corporates to support projects under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR Rules, 2014). We would be happy to discuss and explore these projects and partnerships in detail. ODAA will take responsibility for preparation and submission of necessary documents required by your organization’s CSR Committees.

Bequeath to IISc

Your generous bequest can help secure the future of IISc and ensure that it continues to make groundbreaking contributions to science, technology, and society. Your donation can support a wide range of initiatives, from funding cutting-edge research projects and establishing endowed professorships to providing scholarships for deserving students and upgrading the institute’s infrastructure.

Ways to Give

• Will or Living Trust: You can include a gift to IISc in your will or living trust. This allows you to make a significant contribution without affecting your current financial situation.
• Appreciated Securities: Donating appreciated stocks, bonds, or other securities can provide you with tax benefits while supporting IISc’s mission.