Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is accepting applications for PhD and postgraduate (PG) programs from international students. The deadline to apply is March 30, 2026 . Applications are open for the academic year 2026-2027. Interested candidates must apply online through the official IIT Delhi international admissions website.
Eligibility Criteria
Foreign nationals are eligible to apply. This includes individuals holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards. Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency. They need to provide a self-declaration of their English language skills.
Application Requirements
Candidates must nominate two referees. These referees will submit recommendation letters. The letters will comment on the applicant’s aptitude, field proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English skills. This information is detailed in the official admission notification.
Academic Qualifications and Scores
For PhD and PG programs, applicants may need to submit scores from national entrance exams. These include Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), or DST INSPIRE. International examination scores are also accepted. These include Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT).
Admission Process
IIT Delhi will base admissions on interview performance. Candidates with strong academic records will be invited for interviews. These interviews will be conducted by a faculty committee from the relevant discipline. Applicants must also submit scores from English proficiency tests. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, or Cambridge English Examination.
Key Dates and Application Portal
The application portal closes on March 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM . Prospective students should visit the official IIT Delhi international admissions website to complete their applications.