IIT Delhi PhD & PG Admissions for International Students

IIT Delhi has opened admissions for its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and postgraduate (PG) programs to international students. The application deadline is March 30, 2026 , at 4 p.m. Interested candidates can apply online via the official IIT Delhi international admissions portal at international.iitd.ac.in.

Eligibility and Application Requirements

Foreign nationals are eligible to apply. This includes individuals holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards. Applicants must submit a statement declaring their English language proficiency. They also need to provide the names of two referees who will submit recommendation letters. These referees will evaluate a candidate’s aptitude, field proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English language skills.

Academic and Language Proficiency

While not always mandatory for all programs, some PhD and PG applicants may need to submit scores from standardized tests. These include the 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 like the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) may also be considered.

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. This can be done through scores from tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, or the Cambridge English Examination. A self-declaration of English proficiency is also required.

Admission Process

IIT Delhi will select candidates based on their performance in an interview. Students with strong academic records will be invited for interviews. These interviews will be conducted by a committee of faculty members from the relevant academic discipline.

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