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A full-time doctoral research program offered by the Department of Management Studies and Industrial Engineering. This program spans approximately 5 years and focuses on advanced research in operations research, production management, and contemporary industrial engineering applications. Designed for candidates with strong background in industrial engineering or related disciplines. Primary entrance exam: UGC-NET or GATE. Admission Status: PhD admission conducted on rolling basis. 2026-27: Applications April 4 - May 1, 2026; Interviews May 26-28, 2026; Merit list June 4, 2026; Joining July 1, 2026.
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21 May, 2026 IIT Dhanbad PhD Fee Structure 2026 is also out. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.9 Lakhs.
Fees: One-time admission fee Rs. 69,268 (UR/OBC-NCL/EWS) or Rs. 63,268 (SC/ST/PwD), Mess charges Rs. 23,500/semester. Total fees first semester: Rs. 92,768 (UR/OBC-NCL/EWS) or Rs. 86,768 (SC/ST/PwD).
| Fee Component | UR/OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|
| One-time admission fee | Rs. 69,268 | Rs. 63,268 |
| Mess charges/semester | Rs. 23,500 | Rs. 23,500 |
| Total fees first semester | Rs. 92,768 | Rs. 86,768 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications | April 4 - May 1, 2026 |
| Interviews | May 26-28, 2026 |
| Merit list | June 4, 2026 |
| Joining | July 1, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Admissions: Merit-based selection with online application, document verification, shortlisting, and personal interview.
| Scholarship Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Institute Assistantship (first 2 years) | Rs. 37,000/month |
| Institute Assistantship (3rd-5th year) | Rs. 42,000/month |
| Contingency grant | Rs. 30,000/annum |
Scholarships: Institute Assistantship Rs. 37,000/month (first 2 years) or Rs. 42,000/month (3rd-5th year), Contingency grant Rs. 30,000/annum.
Ques. Minimum qualification?
Ans. Master's in Industrial Engineering with 60% marks/CGPA 6.0.
Ques. GATE/NET mandatory?
Ans. Yes for most candidates.
Ques. Program duration?
Ans. 5 years full-time.
Ques. Research areas?
Ans. Operations research, production management, supply chain management, quality control.
Ques. Financial support?
Ans. Institute Assistantship available.
Ques. Career prospects?
Ans. Researcher, faculty, industrial engineer, consultant, academic positions.
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