IIT Delhi PhD and PG Admission 2026-27 (1st Semester) notification has been officially released for admission into various postgraduate and research programmes including Ph.D., M.Tech., M.S.(Research), M.Des., MPP, M.A., and M.Sc.
According to the official brochure, IIT Delhi offers a wide range of programmes across departments, centres, and schools with flexible academic structures, strong research support, and interdisciplinary opportunities. The institute is recognized as an Institution of Eminence and admits around 2200 postgraduate students every year.
See Ongoing PhD Admission| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | March 21, 2026 (12:00 noon) |
| Last Date to Apply | April 11, 2026 (04:00 pm) |
| Test / Interview | May 13 – June 15, 2026 |
| Orientation | July 18, 2026 |
| Registration | July 18 – 19, 2026 |
| Classes Begin | July 23, 2026 |
- Ph.D. Programmes
- M.Tech Programmes
- M.S. (Research)
- Master of Design (M.Des.)
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)
- M.A. Programme
- M.Sc. (Economics & Cognitive Science)
Admission to Ph.D. programmes is mainly based on interview and/or written test conducted by respective departments. Applications are typically invited twice a year.
| Qualification | Minimum Marks | Exam Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech / M.E / M.Des / MBA | 60% or 6.0 CGPA | Not Required |
| M.Sc / MA / MBA / MBBS | 60% or 6.0 CGPA | GATE / NET / JEST / etc. |
| B.Tech / BS | 70% or 7.0 CGPA | GATE / NET / CEED etc. |
Ph.D. programme duration ranges from minimum 2–3 years depending on qualification, with maximum allowed duration of 7 years.
M.Tech and M.S.(Research) programmes differ mainly in coursework and research components. M.Tech focuses more on coursework, while M.S.(R) emphasizes thesis work.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | B.Tech / BS / MSc |
| Minimum Marks | 60% or 6.0 CGPA |
| Exam Requirement | Valid GATE Score |
| Duration | 2 Years (Full-Time) |
M.Des programme is offered by the Department of Design and requires a valid CEED score.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | B.Tech / B.Des / B.Arch / BFA / MSc / MA |
| Minimum Marks | 60% or 6.0 CGPA |
| Exam | CEED |
| Duration | 2 Years |
M.Sc. programmes in Economics and Cognitive Science are full-time 2-year programmes offered by IIT Delhi.
- Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree (3 years after 10+2)
- Programme duration: 4 semesters
- Flexible programme switching (M.Tech to PhD, etc.)
- Strong research funding and sponsored projects
- International collaborations and joint PhD programmes
- Financial support for conferences
- Interdisciplinary research opportunities