The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has opened applications for international students seeking admission to its PhD and postgraduate (PG) programs for the 2026-27 academic year. The application portal closes on March 30, 2026 , at 4 PM.
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 of English proficiency. They also need to provide the names of two referees who will submit recommendation letters.
Admission Process
Referees will evaluate candidates on their aptitude, field proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English communication skills. This information is detailed in the official notification.
Eligibility for PhD and PG programs may also require scores from specific standardized tests. These include:
- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
- University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET)
- DST INSPIRE
International examination scores are also accepted. These include:
- Graduate Records Examination (GRE)
- Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT)
Selection Criteria
IIT Delhi will base admissions on interview performance. Candidates with strong academic records receive interview invitations. These interviews are conducted by faculty committees in the relevant disciplines.
Applicants must also submit scores from English language proficiency tests. Accepted tests include:
- TOEFL
- IELTS
- TOEIC
- OPI
- OPIC
- Cambridge English Examination
- Other recognized language tests
Interested international students can apply through the official IIT Delhi international admissions website: international.iitd.ac.in .