Reaching IISER
Complete Address: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Dr. Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan Pune 411 008. Ph: (020) 2590 8101, (020) 2590 8001.
IISER Pune is located in Pashan area of Pune roughly 2km from either Pune University Circle or Pashan Circle on Dr. Homi Bhabha Rd (more commonly known as Pashan Rd). Both Pune University Circle and Pashan Circle are well-known landmarks within Pune. Another nearby landmark is the National Chemical Laboratories (NCL).
Getting to IISER from Pune Airport:
Lohegaon airport is around 17km from IISER Pune. The easiest way reach IISER from airport is by pre-paid taxi. There are some taxi counters just before the exit in the airport. You can book a taxi with any one of them. They cost around Rs. 400/500. This trip takes around 45min-1hr.
Getting to IISER from Mumbai Airport:
Mumbai Airport is located 150km away from IISER Pune. It usually take 3-4 hours for this trip depending on traffic. You can reach IISER Pune directly from Mumbai Airport by
1. Shared taxi (KK Travels). You can reserve a seat in advance either by calling them or on their website. If you do not have a reservation, you can still find one of their representatives when you exit the airport. They will book a seat for you in the next available cab. This trip costs Rs. 950.
2. Private taxi (My Cool Cabs). You can book a one-way Mumbai-Pune/Pune-Mumbai trip either by calling them or on their website. This trip would cost around Rs. 2200 including all the tolls. Some cab companies will insist on charging you for the return journey as well, i.e., it would cost twice this amount. Please get this clarified when you book your cab.
Getting to IISER from Pune Station:
The station is around 11km away from IISER. There are plenty of autos available when you exit the station. You should be able to negotiate one for Rs. 150-200 to reach IISER. This trip takes around 20-40min.
By Bus:
If you are arriving in Pune by bus, it should stop either at Pune Station or at University Circle (buses from Mumbai). You can get an auto to reach IISER easily from either of these places.
Please contact one of our student volunteers Makarand Sarnobat at 09595035894 if you require any assistance on your way to IISER Pune.