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IIT Roorkee PhD Admission 2026 (Autumn Semester 2026-27) application is open from 24 March to 20 April 2026. Check eligibility, departments, application fee, selection process, and direct links for doctoral programmes at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
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Short InformationIIT Roorkee PhD Admission 2026 (Autumn Semester 2026-27) application is open from 24 March to 20 April 2026. Check eligibility, departments, application fee, selection process, and direct links for doctoral programmes at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.

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Notification DatePost Date: 27/03/2026

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1paragraphIIT Roorkee PhD Admission 2026 (Autumn Semester 2026-27) is now open at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee / IITR). Online applications started on 24 March 2026, and the last date to submit the form is 20 April 2026. Selected candidates will complete in-person academic registration on 13-14 July 2026, with classes commencing from 16 July 2026.
2paragraphThis guide provides complete and accurate details on eligibility, departments, application process, selection procedure, fees, and important links to help serious PhD aspirants apply successfully for doctoral programmes at one of India’s top-ranked technical institutes.
3paragraphDirect Link to Download IIT Roorkee PhD Admission 2026 - Click Here
2Important Dates for IIT Roorkee PhD Admission 2026
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    • Online Application Start Date
    • 24 March 2026
    • Last Date to Apply Online
    • 20 April 2026
    • Academic Registration (In-person)
    • 13–14 July 2026
    • Commencement of Classes
    • 16 July 2026
3Eligibility Criteria for IIT Roorkee PhD 2026
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1paragraphCandidates must satisfy the Common Minimum Eligibility Criteria (CMEC) and the department-specific Minimum Educational Qualification (MEQ).
2paragraphCommon Minimum Eligibility Criteria (CMEC):
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  • Master’s degree holders: Minimum CGPA 6.0 (60%) for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC and 5.5 (55%) for SC/ST/PwD.
  • Must have qualified a national level test (GATE, CEED, JEST, UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or equivalent) or hold a national fellowship (in most cases).
  • Exemptions:
  • B.Tech/M.Sc with CGPA ≥8.0 from MoE-funded institutions (CFTIs).
  • Bachelor’s/Master’s from IITs with CGPA ≥8.0.
  • 4-year Bachelor’s with CGPA ≥7.5 + national test (non-CFTI).
  • MBBS/BAMS/BHMS/BDS with CGPA 6.0.
  • MS/MD degrees (exempt from CGPA and test).
4paragraphDepartment-wise MEQ details (Engineering, Sciences, Architecture, Management, Humanities, Nanotechnology, Data Science, etc.) are given in the official Information Brochure.
4Departments Offering PhD at IIT Roorkee
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1paragraphIIT Roorkee offers PhD programmes on both Roorkee and Saharanpur campuses across a wide range of disciplines, including:
2paragraphArchitecture & Planning, Biosciences and Bioengineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Humanities & Social Sciences, Management Studies, Hydrology, Hydro & Renewable Energy, Water Resources Development & Management, Centre for Nanotechnology, Centre for Disaster Mitigation & Management, Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and many more interdisciplinary centres.
3paragraphFor the complete list and specific eligibility, refer to the official brochure.
5Selection Process for IIT Roorkee PhD Admission
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1paragraphAdmission is purely merit-based. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and/or interview conducted by the respective Department/Centre/School. Departments will intimate the dates directly to shortlisted applicants and upload them on their portals. Final selection depends on academic record, test/interview performance, and availability of seats/supervisors.
6How to Apply for IIT Roorkee PhD Admission 2026?
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  • Visit the official IIT Roorkee admission portal.
  • Read the Ph.D. Information Brochure (Autumn 2026) carefully.
  • Register and fill the online application form.
  • Upload required documents (photo, signature, marksheets, category certificate, GATE/NET scorecard if applicable, etc.).
  • Pay the application fee online.
  • Submit the form and note the application number for future reference.
2paragraphApply Online Link: Available on the official IIT Roorkee website.
3paragraphApplication Fee:
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  • ₹500 per Department/Centre/School for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates.
  • ₹250 per Department/Centre/School for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
5paragraphFee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
7Categories of PhD Programmes
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  • Full-Time: Institute Assistantship Research Scholars (IARS), Externally Funded (EFRS), Project-funded, Foreign Nationals.
  • Part-Time: In-Service Internal (P-ISIRS), In-Service External (P-ISERS / ISERS).
  • Special Schemes: Golden Girl Scheme and SAKUNTALA Fellowship for meritorious female candidates (direct interview, fellowship benefits).