Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has opened applications for its PhD and Postgraduate (PG) programs. The application window is for international students applying for the academic year 2026-27 . The deadline to apply is March 30, 2026 , by 4 p.m.
Admission Details
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 self-declaration of English language proficiency.
The application process requires candidates to provide the names of two referees. These referees will be contacted to provide recommendation letters. The referees will comment on the applicant’s aptitude, proficiency in their chosen field, research potential, independent thinking, and English language skills.
Eligibility and Requirements
To be considered for admission, candidates may need to submit scores from standardized tests. These include the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) or University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), or DST INSPIRE. International examination scores like Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) are also accepted.
Candidates must also submit scores from English language proficiency tests. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, and Cambridge English Examination, among others.
Selection Process
Admission 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 department.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official IIT Delhi international admissions website at international.iitd.ac.in .