Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has opened applications for its PhD and postgraduate (PG) programs for international students. The application deadline is March 30, 2026 .
Admission Details
Foreign nationals, including those holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards, are eligible. Applications are accepted online through the official IIT Delhi international admissions portal: international.iitd.ac.in .
The application window closes at 4:00 PM on March 30, 2026 . Students must submit a statement of English proficiency. They also need to provide names of two referees for recommendation letters.
Referees will evaluate candidates on aptitude, field-specific proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English language skills.
Eligibility and Requirements
Candidates may need to submit scores from national-level entrance exams like the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), or the DST INSPIRE program.
International examination scores such as Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) are also considered.
English language proficiency must be demonstrated through scores from tests like TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, or the Cambridge English Examination.
Selection Process
Admission decisions will be based on performance in an interview. Candidates with strong academic records will be invited to an interview with a faculty committee from the relevant discipline.
This intake is for the academic years 2026-27 . Prospective students should visit the official portal for detailed program-specific requirements and application procedures.