IIT Delhi Ph.D. Chemical Engineering FAQs
Ques. What GATE paper is required for Ph.D. Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi?
Ans. The Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi requires a valid GATE score in the CH (Chemical Engineering) paper. GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026 are accepted under the three-year validity window. Candidates holding a qualifying national fellowship from UGC, CSIR, DBT, ICMR, or INSPIRE are also eligible and may apply without a separate GATE score. IIT B.Tech graduates with a CGPA of 8.0 or above on a 10-point scale may apply directly without a GATE score.
Ques. What is the monthly stipend for Ph.D. Chemical Engineering students at IIT Delhi?
Ans. Full-time non-sponsored Ph.D. scholars in Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi receive a Teaching/Research Assistantship of INR 37,000 per month for the first two years. After upgrading to Ph.D. status (typically at the end of Year 2 or Year 3), the stipend increases to INR 42,000 per month. PMRF awardees may receive up to INR 80,000 per month. Sponsored scholars from industry or government organisations do not receive a stipend from IIT Delhi.
Ques. What are the annual fees for Ph.D. Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi?
Ans. The annual academic fee for the Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi is INR 76,800, covering two semesters (INR 16,000 tuition plus INR 22,400 institute charges per semester). SC/ST and PwD students are exempt from tuition and pay INR 44,800 per year. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 36,000 to 51,000 per semester and is charged separately from the academic fee.
Ques. What qualifications are needed to apply for Ph.D. Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi?
Ans. Applicants must hold a B.E., B.Tech., or M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline with at least 60% aggregate marks or an equivalent CGPA. SC/ST and PwD candidates are eligible with 55% aggregate. A valid GATE CH score or a qualifying national fellowship from UGC, CSIR, DBT, ICMR, or INSPIRE is also required. IIT B.Tech graduates with CGPA 8.0 or above on a 10-point scale are exempt from GATE.
Ques. What research areas does the IIT Delhi Chemical Engineering department cover?
Ans. The Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi covers research areas including reaction engineering, catalysis, process design, transport phenomena, polymer science, computational fluid dynamics, biotechnology, and environmental engineering. Faculty are actively engaged in projects funded by DST, DBT, and industry partners in hydrogen production, carbon capture, drug delivery, and advanced materials processing for pharmaceutical and petrochemical applications.
Ques. Is there a part-time Ph.D. option in Chemical Engineering at IIT Delhi?
Ans. Yes. IIT Delhi offers a part-time Ph.D. option in Chemical Engineering for sponsored working professionals from recognised R&D organisations, government departments, or industry. Part-time scholars are expected to complete the programme in a minimum of 5 to 7 years. They do not receive a monthly stipend from IIT Delhi, though tuition and institute charges remain the same as for full-time scholars. An employer sponsorship letter is mandatory at the time of application.


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