IIT Gandhinagar PhD Admission 2026-27 (Semester‑I) invites bright, dedicated young scholars to join its world‑class research programmes. Applications are now open for full‑time doctoral positions across 18+ disciplines.
Ph.D. programmes are offered in Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Cognitive Science, Computer Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Earth Sciences, Archaeological Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Integrated Circuit Design and Technology, Humanities & Social Sciences, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Design, and Physics. Candidates are encouraged to review faculty research areas for a suitable match of interest before applying.
This page compiles all verified information from the official notification — eligibility, department‑wise qualifications, fellowship, admission procedure, and important dates. Do not miss the deadline: March 25, 2026.
🔍 See Ongoing PhD Admission- 📅 Important Dates – IIT Gandhinagar PhD Admission 2026-27
- 🏛️ Institute Eligibility Criteria
- ⚙️ Department‑wise Eligibility Criteria (with table)
- 📌 Admission Categories: Regular (RR) & CDP
- 💰 Fellowship / Financial Support (₹37K – ₹42K)
- 📋 Admission Procedure & Rolling Admission
- 🧾 Application Procedure & Fees
- 🏅 Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF)
- ⚠️ Important Notes & Shortlisting Disclaimers
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | February 11, 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Application Deadline | March 25, 2026 (Wednesday) by 5:00 PM |
| Announcement of Shortlisted Candidates | April 8, 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Written test and/or interview | 15 April – 14 May 2026 |
⏳ Deadline Late or incomplete applications will be rejected. Shortlisted candidates only will be notified by the respective departments.
This is the minimum Institute‑level eligibility. Departments may prescribe higher cut‑offs and additional shortlisting parameters. Mere meeting of the minimum criteria does not guarantee shortlisting/admission. SC/ST/PwD candidates get relaxation as per norms.
| Department | Eligible Qualifying Degree(s) – As per official notification |
|---|---|
| Biological Sciences & Engineering | • MSc/MS/BS-MS (4-year) (Biosciences / Biochemistry / Chemistry / Biophysics / Physics / Zoology / Botany / Biotechnology / closely related area) • BTech/MTech/MPharm (Biotechnology / Bioinformatics / Biomaterials / Biological Engineering / Biochemical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering or closely related area) • B.Pharm (4-year)/M.Pharm |
| Chemical Engineering | • BE/BTech/ME/MTech/MS or equivalent in Chemical Engineering / Biotechnology / Bioengineering / Food technology / Food Engineering / Safety Engineering / Polymer Science & Engineering / Nanotechnology / Textile Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Metallurgical & Materials Engg / Ceramic Engineering / Energy Systems & Engineering / Instrumentation & Control / Engineering Physics / Applied Mechanics / Energy Science & Engg and allied branches. • M.Pharm / MS(Pharm) / MTech(Pharm) • MSc in Physics/Chemistry/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics and allied branches. |
| Chemistry | • MSc or 4‑year BS in (General Chemistry / Inorganic Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Physical Chemistry / Biochemistry / Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / Applied Chemistry / Biological sciences / Chemical Technology) • M.Pharm (Medicinal Chemistry or Computational Chemistry) or equivalent degree. |
| Civil Engineering | • BE/BTech/ME/MTech or equivalent degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field. |
| Cognitive & Brain Science | • BE/BTech/BS(4 years)/MTech/MSc/MA or equivalent degree. |
| Computer Science and Engineering | • BE/BTech/MTech/ME/MS/MSc or equivalent degree in CS/EC/EE/Mathematics/Physics/Bioinformatics related areas. • 4 year BS, BS-MS in the CSE. |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | • MA or equivalent degree. • BTech/MTech/MSc or equivalent. |
| Earth Sciences | • BTech/BS(4‑yr)/MSc/MA/MTech in Geology, Geophysics, Remote Sensing, Geography, Natural Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Remote Sensing/GIS/Geomatics, Hydrology, Civil Engineering or related subjects. |
| Electrical Engineering | • BE/BTech/ME/MTech or equivalent in broad area of Electrical and/or Electronics engineering. • BE/BTech/ME/MTech or equivalent in other branches may be considered in areas consistent with research areas. • MSc in disciplines consistent with research areas. |
| Physics | • MSc (Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Comp. Science) • BS-MS / Integrated MSc in Physics / Engg. Physics / Mathematics and MTech (in related areas of Physics) • BE / BTech / BS (4‑year) in Engineering Physics or related areas. |
* Disciplines such as Artificial Intelligence, Archaeological Sciences, Integrated Circuit Design, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Design are also offered – specific qualifying degrees not detailed in the provided document. Applicants should consult the official IITGN website for further updates.
- Regular (RR): Full‑time residential research candidate.
- Continuing Doctoral Programme (CDP):
• Candidates admitted under CDP can directly join the PhD programme.
• Residency requirement: time required to complete the coursework offered offline.
• Encouraged to spend at least two weeks every semester at IITGN to ensure steady progress.
• Curricular requirements are identical to the regular PhD programme.
₹37,000 per month (first two years) for candidates meeting any of the following:
- Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science with NET/GATE OR Graduate Degree in Professional Courses (B.Tech/B.E.) with NET/GATE OR Postgraduate Degree in Professional Courses (M.Tech/M.E. etc.)
- BTech degree from a CFTI with CPI ≥ 8.0 (10‑point scale).
- MSc/MA from IITs with CPI ≥ 8.0.
- BS from IISc with CPI ≥ 6.4 (8‑point scale).
- BS-MS from IISERs with CPI ≥ 8.0.
- BS from IISERs with CPI ≥ 8.0.
After two years: ₹42,000 per month for eligible regular PhD candidates.
📘 Find Out More: Explore details about various scholarships and awards on the IITGN website.
CPI (Cumulative Performance Index) is a key eligibility factor for IIT Gandhinagar PhD Admission 2026-27. Many fellowship categories require CPI ≥ 8.0, 6.4, etc. Use our free GPA Calculator to convert your grades or plan your target CPI.
- Admission is generally offered on the basis of an interview, which may be supplemented by a written test if necessary.
- Shortlisting is based on academic records, statement of purpose, etc.
- The mode (offline/online) and exact dates of the written test/interview are communicated directly by the respective departments to shortlisted candidates.
- Rolling admission: Apart from the regular cycle, the Institute considers applications any time of the year for exceptional candidates. Such applications are processed through duly constituted selection committees at regular intervals.
- All applications must be submitted online via the official portal.
- Submit a separate application for each discipline you apply to.
- After submission, you will receive an application number and a link to download the application form. Save the form – hardcopy and self‑attested documents are required only at the time of interview.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
💰 Application Fee (non‑refundable):
- ₹150/- for SC/ST/PwD category
- ₹300/- for Others
You NEED NOT send the hard‑copy of the application form before the interview; online submission is sufficient for shortlisting.
The Prime Minister’s Research Fellows (PMRF) Scheme aims to attract the best talent into research through attractive fellowships. IIT Gandhinagar is one of the eligible institutes (IITs, IISERs, IISc, and top Central Universities/NITs).
Selection is rigorous and performance is reviewed through national conventions. For full details, visit the official PMRF page at IITGN: https://iitgn.ac.in/pmrf
- Departments may use higher cut‑off levels for shortlisting and consider the way questions are answered in the application form.
- Merely meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does NOT guarantee shortlisting and/or admission.
- SC/ST/PwD candidates are eligible for relaxations as per norms in the selection criteria.
- All information is extracted from the official notification for IIT Gandhinagar PhD Admission 2026-27 (Semester‑I). Candidates should refer to the official website for real‑time updates.
The notification mentions “Focus Areas” in the index but does not provide specific details. Prospective applicants are advised to visit the IITGN website or contact the respective departments for research focus areas of faculty members.
🎓 IIT Gandhinagar PhD Admission 2026-27 (Semester‑I)
Last date to apply: March 25, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Start your application today and take the first step toward an impactful research career.
