IIT Delhi is now accepting applications for its PhD and postgraduate (PG) programs from international students. The application deadline is March 30, 2026 . Interested foreign nationals can submit their applications 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 provide a self-declaration of English language proficiency. They also need to submit the names of two referees who can provide recommendation letters.
Referees will be asked to assess candidates’ aptitude, field proficiency, research potential, independent thinking skills, and English language abilities in both written and oral communication. This information is detailed in the official admission notification.
Academic and Language Proficiency Scores
To be considered for admission to PhD and PG programs, applicants may need to submit scores from national-level tests such as 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 like the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) are also accepted. Furthermore, candidates must submit scores from English language proficiency tests. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, and the Cambridge English Examination, among others.
Admission Process
IIT Delhi will grant admission based on candidate performance in an interview. Those with strong academic records will be invited to interview with a faculty committee from their chosen discipline. The interview committee evaluates the candidate’s suitability for the program.
The application portal for foreign national candidates will remain open until 4 PM on March 30, 2026. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review all specific program requirements on the official website.