IIT Kanpur PhD Admissions 2024 are open and the last date to apply has been extended till April 12, 2024. IIT Kanpur Applications for IIT Kanpur Phd are made twice a year. Once in April for the July session or Ist semester. Admission criteria includes entrance scores followed by a personal interview and/or a written test. PhD in Design accepts CEED scores for admission. While other disciplines commonly accept GATE / NET / JRF scores. The PhD program at IIT Kanpur is offered in Engineering, Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Interdisciplinary Areas. IIT Kanpur Admission

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IIT Kanpur PhD Eligibility 

The eligibility criteria for PhD course that candidate need to fulfil is:

Specializations Eligibility Criteria 
Engineering 
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Biological Sciences & Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial & Management Engineering
  • Materials Science & Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  
  • Masters degree in the field of engineering with a good academic record
  • UG degree in engineering with at least 75% and valid score in GATE
Degree of masters in science while fulfilling the below-given criteria:
  • At least 65% marks in masters degree
  • 1st division in UG degree
  • JRF/95 percentile/more score in GATE
  • In case of PhD Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, candidate must have completed masters degree in medicine/pharmacy/veterinary science or bachelors degree with at least 75% marks
  • In case of PhD in Computer SCience and Engineering, candidate must have completed masters degree in computer applications
Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Sciences
  • Physics
  • Mathematics & Statistics
  • Masters degree in relevant stream or UG degree in engineering
  • Candidate must have GATE score/qualified JRF
  • In case of Economic Sciences, candidate must have completed Degree of masters in Economics/UG degree in engineering
  • he candidate need to have valid score in GATE/qualified JRF/NET
Humanities and Social Sciences
 
  • Fine Arts 
  • Psychology
  • English
  • Philosophy
  • Sociology 

PhD in Masters degree in relevant stream/UG degree in engineering
PhD in Management
  • Completed masters degree in field of management or relevant stream in engineering
  • UG degree in engineering with at least 75% marks
Masters degree in arts/science/commerce while fulfilling the below given criteria:
  • At least 65% marks in master degree
  • 1st division in UG degree
PhD in Design
  • Masters degree in design or engineering/Bachelor's degree in design or engineering with at least 75%.

IIT Kanpur PhD Admission

In order to get admission in PhD candidates must have a valid GATE score or any entrance exam score as given in the table above. The candidates would be shortlisted for an interview (also a written test) on the basis of fulfilment of the minimum proposed eligibility criteria.

The selection criteria at IIT Kanpur for the PhD program is divided into 4 stages, namely:

  • Stage 1: Application process
  • Stage 2: Shortlisting of candidates for the interview round
  • Stage 3: Interview and written test
  • Stage 4: Preparation of selection list

Application process

  1. Candidates who have a Master’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks or 5.1 CPI can apply for the program.
  2. Candidates who have a bachelor’s degree with minimum of 75% marks of 7.5 CGPA and a valid GATE score can also apply for the PhD program.
  • Shortlisting of the candidates for the interview round

The applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of written test and academic record as well as work experience. The institute offers 20 seats for the PhD program. 10 seats are given to open category students whereas the other 50% of seats is distributed among the reserved category students.

  • Interview and Written test

To prepare the selection list, the institute will determine the candidates’ potential on the basis of a written test and personal interview. PI round will evaluate the academic background of the applicant, his/her general academic proficiency, academic & related publications and such related matters.

  • Preparation of selection list

After conducting the PI round, the institute will prepare the selection list based on written test and personal interview. 40% weightage is given to the written test and the rest 60% is given to the personal interview round. 

How to Apply for PhD at IIT Kanpur?

Candidates can fill the admission form for PhD by going through the Institute official website.

  • Register yourself to the College PG admission portal
  • After completing the registration, use the credentials in order to log in
  • Enter the name, email address to the Institute PG admission portal
  • Read the guidelines and brochure carefully before applying to this program
  • Fill the application form correctly as given in the guidelines
  • Upload the documents as required in PDF format and pay the application fees
  • Submit the form and take its print out too

Documents Required 

Candidates need to carry the original documents at the time of written test and interviews.

  • Educational and Experience Certificates
  • GATE / CEED / NET / JRF Score Card
  • Original Caste Certificate (SC/ST)
  • Original Photo identity Proof
  • Parents income certificate
  • Transfer Certificate/MIgration Certificate

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IIT Kanpur PhD Course Details

PhD candidates at IIT Kanpur who have completed a masters degree need to take at least 6 courses whereas a direct PhD candidate has to take at least 10 courses. 

  • The candidate needs to register for minimum 36 credits in semester. 
  • There are 72 credits for candidates who apply without a degree of masters in Engineering.
  • Applicants can apply twice a year for PhD at IIT Kanpur. The admission criteria is the same for both rounds.

IIT Kanpur PhD Specializations

The PhD program at IIT Kanpur is offered in the following disciplines.

Aerospace Engineering Industrial and Management Engineering
Biological Sciences and Bio-Engineering Materials Science and Engineering
Chemistry Materials Science Program
Chemical Engineering Mathematics (including Statistics)
Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering Nuclear Engineering and Technology
Design Photonics Science and Engineering
Earth Sciences Physics
Electrical Engineering Sustainable Energy ENgineering
Humanities and Social Sciences (Economics, English, Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology) -

The 2-semester programme coursework will incorporate mandatory courses in fields like advanced microeconomics, advanced macroeconomics, econometrics, Mathematical Analysis for Economics.

Elective Courses

The students have to opt for a set of elective programmes from the below- given courses:

Applied Econometrics Bayesian Data Analysis
Bayesian Econometrics Contract Theory
Development Economics Efficiency and Productivity Analysis
Financial Econometrics Foundation of Finance
Game Theory Labour Economics
Law and Economics Monetary Economics
Topics in Economic Growth

Program Structure:

  • Course Work: PhD candidates with masters degree have to take at least 6 courses and direct PhD candidates have to take at least 10 courses. 
  • Comprehensive Exam: Within 6 months of course work completion, the student has to clear a comprehensive exam which is in written as well as oral form both. 
  • State of the Art Seminar: The candidate has to present her/his research issue and necessary literature survey in 6 months of date of comprehensive exam
  • Open Seminar: Once thesis work gets clear by the department, she/he will be allowed for submitting it
  • Defense: After the review from referees, candidate can give defense of their work

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IIT Kanpur PhD Financial Assistance

For students of PhD, corresponding financial assistance given is INR 18,000 in case of engineering, INR 16,000 in case of Sciences/Social Sciences for first 2 years and after that it’s raised to INR 20,000 and INR 18,000 for another 2 years. 

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IIT Kanpur PhD Fees

IIT Kanpur PhD Fees
Particular Amount
Tuition fee (per semester)
Tuition fee INR 27,250
One Time Payment at the of admission (non-refundable)
Admission fee INR 150
Grade Card INR 150
Provisional Certification INR 100
Medical Examination INR 100
Student's Welfare fund INR 800
Modernization INR 500
Hostel admission INR 500
Alumni Subscription INR 200
Publication INR 250
Career Development Programs INR 200
One Time Payment at the of admission (Refundable)
Institute Caution money INR 1000
Library caution money INR 1000
Institute Amenities Security Deposits INR 5000
Hostel Caution Money INR 10000
Semester Fee
Examination INR 300
Registration INR 300
Gymkhana Fees INR 500
Festival Fee (annual) INR 200
Medical INR 50
Student's Amenities Subscription INR 300
Laboratory Contingency INR 300
Students Benevolence Fund INR 100
Student's Health Insurance INR 1500
Hostel Charges per semester
Hostel Seat Rent INR 1250
Water Charges INR 25
Mess Establishment Charges INR 13050

IIT Kanpur PhD FAQs

Ques. What is the maximum duration to complete the PhD program at IIT Kanpur?

Ans. Students can complete their PhD program between 3- 6 years at IIT Kanpur.

Ques. What are the requirements to submit the thesis at IIT Kanpur?

Ans. Students after finishing their thesis work are to present it before the department. Only after the thesis work has been cleared from the department, they are allowed to submit it.

Ques. How many number of course works can a PhD aspirant do at IIT Kanpur?

Ans. A PhD student with a Master’s degree is required to take a minimum of 6 courses, whereas, a direct PhD student takes a minimum of 10 courses.

Ques. Can a student who has passed his graduation take direct admission at IIT Kanpur?

Ans. Yes, if the student has cleared the written test and Personal interview round then he is allowed to take direct admission. Although he will have to devote 5-6 years to complete the PhD program at IIT Kanpur.

Ques. What are the specializations offered at IIT Kanpur PhD program?

Ans. IIT Kanpur offers various specializations under the Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, Manufacturing Science, Robotics and Automation and Solid Mechanics and Design under the PhD program.