IIT Gandhinagar's PhD admissions 2024 are going on. IIT Gandhinagar has released the shortlist for written test/ Interview. IIT Gandhinagar provides 3 years of doctoral-level PhD programs in 14 research areas. The institute additionally provides a Start Early PhD along with the regular PhD. The course is extended to students under 2 categories namely Regular (RR) and Continuing Doctoral Programme (CDP). IIT Gandhinagar admission to PhD is based on academic record, written test, and/or personal interview. Candidates having GATE/SLET/CSIR-NET/UGC-NET/INSPIRE Fellowship are exempted from the written test.

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IIT Gandhinagar PhD Eligibility and Selection Criteria

The minimum eligibility at the Institute level is a B.Tech/ MA/ M.Sc./ M.tech degree or equivalent degree with 55% marks. Selection for the course is based on an interview and a written test if necessary. Students will be called for a written test and interview based on academic record, statement of purpose, etc. The final selection is done based on academic records/ written tests and/or personal interviews. The area-wise eligibility is shown in the table below:

Research Area Eligibility
Biological Engineering M.Sc in Bioscience/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Zoology/ Botany OR BTech/ MTech in Biochemical/ Biotechnology/ Bioinformatics/ Biophysics/ Biomaterials/ Biomedical Engg. or equivalent degree with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10
Chemical Engineering BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech or equivalent degree in Chemical Engg. or relevant Engg. branches with first class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on a scale of 10
Chemistry M.Sc in Inorganic Chemistry/ Analytical/ Organic/ General/ Physical/ Biochemistry/ Bioinformatics/ Computational Biology/ Applied Chemistry or equivalent degree with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10. Also, a valid NET/GATE score is required.
Civil Engineering BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech or equivalent degree in Civil Engg or related discipline with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on a scale of 10
Cognitive Science B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent degree with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR MA or equivalent degree with 55% marks (50% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 5.5 CGPA (5.0 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10
Computer Science & Engineering BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech in CS/ EC/ EE with 65% marks (60% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.5 CGPA (6.0 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR M.Sc in Mathematics/ Physics/ Bioinformatics or related areas with first class or 65% marks (60% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.5 CGPA (6.0 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 and a strong interest in CSE
Humanities & Social Sciences B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent degree with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR MA or equivalent degree with 55% marks (50% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 5.5 CGPA (5.0 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10
Earth Sciences M.Sc in Geology, Geophysics, Remote Sensing, Geography, Natural Sciences or related subjects with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 and must be CSIR-NET/ INSPIRE Fellowship/ GATE qualified OR M.Tech/ M.Phil in Geology/ Earth Sciences/ Geophysics/ Environmental Sciences/ Remote Sensing/ GIS/ Geomatics/ Hydrology/ Civil Engg. or related discipline with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10
Electrical Engineering BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech or equivalent degree in broad areas of Electrical and/or Electronics Engg. with first class or 65% marks (60% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.5 CGPA (6.0 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech or equivalent degree in other Engg. branches may be considered in areas consistent with the research areas of the discipline OR M.Sc in disciplines consistent with the research areas of the discipline 
Mechanical Engineering BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech/ MS or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engg. with first-class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech/ MS or equivalent degree in Chemical Engg./ Electrical and/or Electronics Engg./ Production Engg./ Industrial Engg. and/or Design/ Aerospace and/or Aeronautical Engg./ Civil and/or Structural Engg./ Instrumentation & Control/ Metallurgical and/or Materials Engg./ Engg. Physics/ Applied Mechanics/ Ocean Engg. and/or Naval Architecture/ Engg. Design/ Biotechnology and/or Bio Engg./ Energy Science & Engg./ Nuclear Engg./ Polymer Science and/or Engg./ Textile Engg. OR B.Sc/ M.Sc or equivalent degree in Physics/ Mathematics OR BE/ B.Tech/ B.Sc/ ME/ M.Tech/ MS/ M.Sc degree in other branches of Engg./ Technology/ Sciences with an outstanding academic record may also be considered for research areas consistent with their academic background & special interests in the discipline
Materials Engineering BE/ B.Tech/ M.Tech/ MS or equivalent degree in Materials Science/ Metallurgical/ Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Electrical/ Electronics Engg/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Chemical Engg./ Nanotechnology/ Food Science or any other relevant discipline with first class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR BE/ B.Tech/ B.Sc/ ME/ M.Tech/ MS/ M.Sc degree in other branches of Engg/ Technology/ Sciences with an outstanding academic record may also be considered for research areas consistent with their academic background & special interests of the discipline
Mathematics MA/ M.Sc in Mathematics with at least first class or 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 OR BE/ B.Tech with at least 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10
Physics M.Sc in Physics/ Applied Physics/ Mathematics/ Statistics/ Computer Science, BS/MS OR Integrated M.Sc in Physics/ Engg. Physics/ Mathematics and M.Tech (in related areas of Physics) OR BE/ B.Tech/ BS in Engg Physics with 60% marks (55% marks for SC/ST/PWD) or 6.0 CGPA (5.5 For SC/ST/PWD) on the scale of 10 and must be NET-JRF (Physics)/ GATE (Physics)/ JEST (Physics) qualified

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IIT Gandhinagar PhD Admission Process

The admission criteria for the IIT Gandhinagar PhD course are described below. The written test is generally based on the topics related to general aptitude which includes logical reasoning, analytical and numerical ability, writing skills, and basic courses in various disciplines are studied at the undergraduate level.

How to Apply?

Application for PhD course can be submitted online by following the below-listed steps:

  1. Go to the official website of IIT Gandhinagar
  2. Select PhD course from the Programs tab available below Admissions.
  3. Now click on the ‘Apply’ option and then on the Application
  4. Register by providing details.
  5. Upon successful registration, log in using your email ID and password.
  6. Fill out the application form with all personal and qualification details.
  7. Now pay the application fee of INR 200/- (INR 100/- for SC/ST/PD category)
  8. Lastly, submit the application form.

Documents Required

  • Class 10th and 12th Mark sheets and Certificate
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Mark Sheets and Certificate
  • Caste Certificate
  • Disability Certificate
  • Scanned copy of the birth certificate
  • Scanned copies of photograph and signature

Key Points:

  • After submission, an application number and link to download the form will be sent to candidates.
  • Applicants need to save the application form.
  • Candidates need to submit a hard copy of the application and copies of all the relevant documents at the time of the interview.
  • Any incomplete application will be rejected by the institute.

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IIT Gandhinagar PhD Scholarship

Students joining the PhD program in the regular mode (RR) will be considered for Institute Fellowship based on the following norms:

  • An amount of INR 31,000 per month. Is offered to that applicant who holds:
    • PG Degree in Basic Science and are NET/ GATE qualified or 
    • Graduate Degree in Professional Courses like B.Tech/ B.E. and qualified NET/ GATE exam or 
    • PG Degree in Professional Courses like M.Tech/ M.E. and qualified GATE. 
  • Qualifications mentioned above with at least two years of Research Experience are offered INR 35,000 per month. Check IIT Gandhinagar Reviews

IIT Gandhinagar PhD FAQs

Ques. What is the syllabus for the PhD written test conducted by IIT Gandhinagar?

Ans. The written test is generally based on topics related to general aptitude (which includes logical reasoning, analytical and numerical ability), writing skills, and basic courses of various disciplines at the undergraduate level. The reserved category candidates will be given relaxation in cut-off marks as per institute rules and regulations.

Ques. Are fellowships offered to continuing PhD students of IIT Gandhinagar?

Ans. No, students who are enrolled in the regular program and the ones who have a certain level of work experience are offered fellowships or stipends.

Ques. What percentage of non-regular PhD degrees are offered by IIT Gandhinagar?

Ans. IIT Gandhinagar ensures that not more than 20 percent of the total PhD degrees are offered to non-regular PhD candidates.

Ques. What are the selection criteria for admission to the Ph.D. program at IIT Gandhinagar?

Ans. The selection for admission to the Ph.D. program at IIT Gandhinagar is based on academic merits and Interview/written test.

Ques. Who is eligible to apply for an Early Start PhD Fellowship of IIT Gandhinagar?

Ans. The following candidates are eligible to apply for an Early Start PhD Fellowship:

  • B.Tech students from NITs and selected colleges who graduated in recent years are among the top 5 rank holders in the department at the end of their pre-final year and final year.
  • B.Tech students from IITs who graduated in recent years with a CPI/CGPA of not less than 6.0 at the end of their 3rd year and 4th year.