byGagandeep
Updated on - 12 May, 2024
IIT Gandhinagar has PhD programs in science and engineering covering a wide range of subjects from the sciences, engineering and the humanities. To be able to apply for the PhD admission, the candidates will need to have a master's degree in the relevant field with at least 60% marks or CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale. Notices will be served twice in a year via the newspaper and our institute website when applications will be accepted. After the shortlisting is done, they will have to go through a written test and interview.
The selection process evaluates the candidates on such factors as conceptual knowledge, research aptitude, communication skills etc. Those who pass the written exam are invited to an interview by a departmental committee. The final choice includes considering the candidate's performance in written test, interview, academic record and knowledge of research potential/experience.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Programs Offered | Engineering, Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences departments. |
| Research Focus | Diverse research areas within Engineering, Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences. |
| Duration | Minimum of 3 years |
| Eligibility | Master's degree in a relevant field with a good academic record (CGPA requirements may vary). GATE/NET qualification desirable for some programs. |
| Entrance Exam | Written test (GATE/CEED/JEST/UGC NET/CSIR NET) followed by an interview (format may vary by department). |
| Scholarships | National scholarships (UGC, CSIR-UGC), institute fellowships, departmental scholarships |
1. Make sure the appropriate criteria like valid GATE/NET score, minimum percentage in master's degree, etc. are met before admission by checking the institute website.
2. Please select a department and an area of specialization that you are interested in and go on to searching for a potential advisor.
3. Fill in the application form available on the websites, giving all the necessary information before the deadline. Pay application fee online.
4. The shortlisted candidates have to attend the interview in person/ through video call with the proposed research advisor and department selection committee.
5. In case chosen provide degree marks sheets, sponsorship letter if applicable etc. as per the offer letter indicating the admission requirement.
6. Complete your admission formalities by paying fees online/offline to get the PhD seat as well as enrolment for the date officially communicated.
| Category | Fee (₹) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fee | 4,55,000 | Covers tuition, laboratory, and other miscellaneous fees. |
1. IIT Gandhinagar shall only confer doctorate to candidates who have passed national level exams like GATE/NET or equivalent. This is the first step for the selection process where the qualifications is rated.
2. Candidates who have successfully completed or are still pursuing ME/MTech are expected to have a valid GATE score which is above the prescribed cutoff percentile in the appropriate subject area.
3. Only with sufficient percentile in GATE, it is possible for the students with only BTech to get opportunity to pursue their higher studies in Masters. Students lucidly show their mastery of basic engineering/science subjects by this type of exam.
4. For humanities and social science studies, the UGC/CSIR-NET or equivalent national exams are required by the candidates and the exams should be passed with a good rank.
5. Outstanding candidates, who have been selected in the end for the prestigious examination like, JRF, will be given the chance to go for the interview.
6. Apart from the entrance tests the candidates also must apply individually to IITGN in order to be evaluated for PhD position based on the field of specialization.
1. First of all, check whether you meet the admission conditions which consist of having a master's degree in the relevant subject, minimum passing percentage required for qualifying in exams, entrance test requirements.
2. Highlighting the research domains and the supervisor that you are interested in will come next. Go through the faculty profiles on the official website or directly email them.
3. Get the online application form January/February, depending on when admissions are opened, usually in December. Upload necessary documents. We ask for our application fee.
4. Candidates who have met the requirements will be asked to take a written test and/or interview. Interviews may occur on-line or in campus of IITGN as its desired. Questions evaluate research aptitude.
5. The final decision of admission is based on academic performance, entrance test scores, interview performance, exams, if any, and a lot more. The results are usually made public on the website.
6. Make sure that you confirm your admission by paying the fees and completing the enrollment process before the deadline. Attest to the required undertakings and sign all the documents necessary for the registration process.
| Scholarship/Stipend Name | Description |
|---|---|
| National Scholarships | Indian nationals can receive fellowships like UGC JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) and UGC SRF (Senior Research Fellowship) - amounts vary |
| CSIR-UGC JRF/SRF | Science & Engineering students can get funding through CSIR-UGC JRF/SRF program |
| Institute Fellowships | IIT Gandhinagar offers its own fellowship program with a monthly stipend of ₹1 lakh |
| Departmental Scholarships | Some departments might offer merit-based or research-based scholarships. Check department websites or contact them directly for details. |
| Research Assistantships | Certain PhD programs might collaborate with research projects offering stipends |