The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has initiated the online registration process for admissions to postgraduate (PG) and PhD programs for the academic year 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications at iitd.ac.in. Further details and a direct link are provided below.
For the 2025-26 academic session, IIT Delhi is inviting applications for the following programs:
PhD Departments:
- Applied Mechanics
- Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Design
- Electrical Engineering
- Energy Science and Engineering
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Management Studies
- Mathematics
- Materials Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Textile and Fibre Engineering
Research Centres:
- Applied Research in Electronics
- Atmospheric Sciences
- Automotive Research and Tribology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Optics & Photonics
- Rural Development and Technology
- Sensors, Instrumentation and Cyber-physical Systems Engineering
- Transportation Research and Injury Prevention
- Value Education in Engineering
Schools:
- Amar Nath and Shashi Khosla School of Information Technology
- Bharti School of Telecom Technology and Management
- Kusuma School of Biological Sciences
- School of Interdisciplinary Research
- Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence
- School of Public Policy
MTech Programs:
- M.Tech in Applied Mechanics: Engineering Analysis and Design
- M.Tech in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology: Biomolecular and Bioprocess Engineering
- M.Tech in Chemical Engineering
- M.Tech in Chemistry: Molecular Engineering, Chemical Synthesis & Analysis
- M.Tech in Civil Engineering: Specializations in Construction Engineering and Management, Environmental Engineering & Management, Rock Engineering & Underground Structures, Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering, Structural Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, and Transportation Engineering
- M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering
- Electrical Engineering encompasses various specializations, including Communications Engineering, Computer Technology, Control and Automation, Integrated Electronics and Circuits, Power Electronics, Electric Machines and Drives, and Power Systems.
- Energy Science and Engineering focuses on Energy and Environmental Technology and Management, as well as Renewable Energy Technologies and Management.
- Materials Science and Engineering is dedicated to the field of Materials Engineering.
- Mechanical Engineering includes areas such as Mechanical Design, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, and Thermal Engineering.
- Physics covers Applied Optics and Solid State Materials.
- Textile and Fibre Engineering involves Fibre Engineering and Textile Chemical Processing, along with Textile Engineering.
- CARE specializes in Radio Frequency Design and Technology.
- CAS is centered on Atmospheric-Oceanic Science and Technology.
- CBME pertains to Biomedical Engineering.
- CART focuses on Electric Mobility.
- Artificial Intelligence includes Machine Intelligence and Data Science, with High Value Assistantship opportunities available in select M.Tech programs (3 years).
- Interdisciplinary M.Tech programs are also offered.
- Cyber Security is a key area of study.
- Instrument Technology is another specialization.
- Opto-Electronics and Optical Communication are included in the curriculum.
- VLSI Design Tools and Technology are essential components of the program.
- Telecommunication Technology and Management are also covered.
- Robotics is a significant field of study.
- MS Research courses are available.
- Applied Mechanics is part of the curriculum.
- Automotive Research and Tribology are included in the offerings.
- Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences are studied in depth.
- Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology are key areas of focus.
- Chemical Engineering is another important discipline.
- Civil Engineering is part of the academic offerings.
- Computer Science and Engineering is a major field of study.
- Electrical Engineering is included in the program list.
- Energy Science and Engineering is also offered.
- Mechanical Engineering is a significant area of focus.
- Materials Science and Engineering is part of the curriculum.
- Sensors, Instrumentation, and Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering are included in the program.
- Machine Intelligence and Data Science are key areas of study.
- VLSI Design Tools and Technology are essential components of the program.
- Transportation Safety and Injury Prevention are also covered.
- Healthcare Technology is a significant field of study.
IIT Delhi has announced that admission to PhD, MTech, and MS research courses can be pursued on either a part-time or full-time basis, subject to seat availability. For sponsored or part-time candidates, the information brochure provides details regarding the minimum full-time experience required as of the registration date following the qualifying degree.
- MDesign is a full-time course spanning four semesters, focusing on Industrial Design.
- MSc programs are also offered as four-semester full.
- Humanities and Social Sciences: Cognitive Science, Economics
- MPP (Master of Public Policy): A full-time program spanning four semesters.
- MA (Master of Arts): A full-time program also consisting of four semesters.
To qualify for admission to the PhD, MTech, MS research, MDesign, and MPP programs at IIT Delhi, candidates must possess a minimum CGPA of 6.0 for general, OBC, and EWS categories (5.50 for SC, ST, and PwD) on a 10-point scale, or equivalent marks (60 percent for general, 55 percent for SC, ST, and PwD) calculated from the aggregate of all years or semesters of the qualifying degree.
IIT Delhi offers a CGPA relaxation of 0.5 (5 percent) for applicants holding an MA Degree in English seeking admission to the PhD program in Humanities and Social Sciences.
For full-time PhD, MTech, and MS(R) programs, candidates are required to present a valid GATE or national exam score. Those applying for the MDes program must submit a valid CEED score.
For MSc and MA programs, a CGPA of 5.5 is required (5.0 for SC/ST/PwD) or equivalent marks. The GATE or national exam score requirement is exempted for graduates or students from Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs). For comprehensive eligibility criteria, financial assistance details, and additional information, candidates should refer to the information bulletin.
Applications for IIT Delhi’s PG and PhD admissions must be submitted online. The application fee is ₹200 for candidates from general, OBC, and EWS categories, while it is ₹50 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
Details regarding financial assistance or scholarships for full-time Ph.D., M.Tech., M.Des., M.S. (R), M.Sc., MPP, and MA students can be found in the Information Brochure.
To access the IIT Delhi PG admission portal, please click here.
