IIT Delhi has opened admissions for PhD and postgraduate (PG) programs for international students. The application deadline is March 30, 2026 , at 4 p.m. Eligible foreign nationals can apply through the official IIT Delhi international admissions portal at international.iitd.ac.in.
Admission Eligibility and Requirements
Foreign nationals, including those holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards, are eligible. Applicants must submit a statement declaring English proficiency. They also need to provide the names of two referees for recommendation letters.
Referees will assess candidates on their overall aptitude, subject proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English language skills. The official notification states this assessment is crucial for the selection process.
Academic and Language Proficiency Tests
Submission of scores from national-level Indian entrance exams is required. This includes scores from the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), or the Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (DST INSPIRE) program.
International examination scores are also accepted. These include the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT). International applicants must also provide scores from English language proficiency tests. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, and the Cambridge English Examination.
Selection Process
Admission to IIT Delhi’s PhD and PG programs will be based on performance in an interview. Candidates with strong academic records will be invited to interview with a faculty committee from the relevant discipline. This interview stage is a key component of the admission process.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: March 30, 2026, 4:00 PM