IIT Delhi is accepting applications from international students for its PhD and Postgraduate (PG) programs. The application window closes on March 30, 2026 . Foreign nationals, including those with Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards, are eligible to apply.
Prospective students must apply through the official IIT Delhi international admissions website: international.iitd.ac.in . Applications are for the academic years 2026-27.
Admission Process
Applicants must submit a self-declaration of English proficiency. They also need to provide names of two referees. These referees will comment on the candidate’s aptitude, field proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English skills.
IIT Delhi may require scores from standardized tests. These include India’s 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 tests like the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) may also be considered.
Admission decisions will be based on interview performance. Candidates with strong academic records will be invited for an interview with a faculty committee from their chosen discipline.
English Proficiency Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. This can be shown through scores from tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, or Cambridge English Examinations. Other recognized language tests may also be accepted.