IIT Patna PhD Admission 2026-27 notification has been officially released for the Autumn Semester (AY 2026-27). Applications are invited for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme starting in July 2026 across multiple departments and research areas.
The programme offers opportunities in Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, and Interdisciplinary domains with structured admission categories, eligibility conditions, and financial support as per institute norms.
See Ongoing PhD Admission| Department | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Chemical & Biochemical Engineering | Reaction Engineering, Energy Storage, Bioprocess Engineering, Waste Treatment |
| Computer Science & Engineering | AI, ML, NLP, Cyber Security, Blockchain, IoT, Cloud Computing |
| Electrical Engineering | Power Systems, Communication, Signal Processing, VLSI, RF Circuits |
| Mathematics | Algebra, Optimization, AI/ML, Cryptography, Quantum Computing |
| Physics | Quantum Computing, Optics, High Energy Physics, Spectroscopy |
| Mechanical Engineering | Thermal, Manufacturing, Robotics, Design |
As per the official notification, multiple interdisciplinary and emerging research areas like Generative AI, Quantum Technologies, and Climate Applications are also included. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Teaching Assistant (TA) – Institute fellowship with academic duties
- Research Fellow (JRF/SRF) – External funded candidates
- Project Staff – Candidates working in IIT Patna projects
- Sponsored (Full-Time) – Industry or organization sponsored
- Employed & Part-Time – Working professionals
- M.Tech/M.E. with minimum 6.5 CPI or 60%
- B.Tech with 6.5 CPI or valid GATE/NET
- M.Sc./MA/MBA/MCA in relevant fields
- Relaxation of 5% for SC/ST candidates
- 28 years (UG degree holders)
- 32 years (PG degree holders)
- Relaxation of 5 years for reserved categories
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN / EWS / OBC | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Women | ₹500 |
| Sponsored / Part-Time | ₹1000 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 24 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Call Letter | 28 April 2026 |
| Exam Window | 08–15 May 2026 |
| Result | 21 May 2026 |
| Offer Letter | 25 May 2026 |
- ₹37,000/month (First 2 years)
- ₹42,000/month (Later years)
- External fellowships like CSIR, UGC, DST allowed
- Pay application fee via SBI Collect
- Fill online application form
- Upload documents and payment receipt
- Appear for test/interview
All documents including certificates, GATE/NET score, ID proof must be presented during interview. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}