IIT Hyderabad to Start PG & PhD Admissions 2026 in March; Check Complete Schedule Here

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT-H) will begin its PG and PhD admission process for the 2026 academic year in March 2026. The institute plans to release notifications for regular postgraduate programmes, project-based admissions, and project-supported PhD seats through different cycles across the year.

Candidates with fellowships may also apply through rolling admissions. Interested applicants should regularly check department pages for eligibility, funding availability, and selection criteria before submitting applications.

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How Are PG Project Admissions Conducted?

PG project admissions follow two cycles every year and depend on research funding availability.

• January cycle – Notification in October
• July cycle – Notification in March

These seats are requirement-based, meaning departments release openings only when funded projects are available. Students usually work on sponsored research projects along with academics.

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What is Rolling Admission for PG and PhD Applicants?

The IIT Hyderabad also offers rolling admissions for candidates who already hold external fellowships such as CSIR, UGC or INSPIRE. Such applicants:

• Are not institute-funded
• Can apply anytime during the year
• Must meet the department’s selection criteria

Applicants should carefully check individual department webpages for timelines and procedures.

How Many Times are Project-Supported PhD Admissions Held?

Project-supported PhD admissions may be conducted up to four times a year, depending on departmental requirements. These include:

• Two rounds with the regular admission cycle
• Two additional rounds between semesters

Between-semester admissions are announced separately by departments based on project needs and funding.

Students planning for PG or PhD admission in 2026 should:

• Track March 2026 notification updates
• Check department eligibility rules
• Prepare GATE/NET or other required scores
• Keep documents ready for interviews and verification

The official admission notification is expected in March 2026, followed by application submission, shortlisting, and interviews. Candidates should also prepare academic certificates, scorecards, fellowship proof (if applicable), and identity documents for the selection process.

Candidates are advised to check the official website and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.

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