IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025 Open; Steps to apply, eligibility criteria

IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025 has started for various departments. The deadline to submit applications for most programs is in November 2025. Check steps to apply, IIT Indore PhD fees, and eligibility for admission 2025-26 across all departments.

IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025

IIT Indore has opened applications for PhD Admission 2025 , inviting interested candidates from different disciplines to apply for full-time research programs. IIT Indore PhD admission 2025 is being conducted for several specializations, including Engineering, Science, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The selection process includes performance in GATE, UGC/CSIR NET/JRF, or other equivalent exams. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test and interview at IIT Indore.

Interested candidates must apply online via the official IIT Indore website academic.iiti.ac.in/phdadvt.php , paying an application fee of Rs. 100, and upload all required documents. IIT Indore PhD admission 2025 last date may vary by department, but most deadlines fall in November 2025. Applicants are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria and prepare supporting documents mentioned in IIT Indore PhD admission 2025 brochures for each department/program.

Also Read GATE 2026 Category Change Instructions

Steps to Apply for IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025

The application process for IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025 is given below:

Candidates must fill out the online application form available on the official IIT Indore website. Once submitted, each applicant will receive a unique application number.
After completing the online form, the applicant must carry a hard copy of the application, State Bank Collect receipt, a recent photograph, and self-attested copies of all relevant certificates during the written test/interview.
Candidates applying under SW (Sponsored), IS (Institute Staff), or DF (Defence Forces) categories must also bring additional forms, the last three months’ salary slips, and the employer’s PAN card.
If a candidate wants to apply for more than one department, they must submit separate applications for each.

IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The complete eligibility criteria and minimum qualifications required for IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025 are explained in the sections below!

General Eligibility for IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025:

For UR, EWS, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Minimum 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale (or equivalent).
For SC, ST, or PwD: Minimum 55% marks in aggregate or a CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale (or equivalent).

Department-Wise Eligibility for IIT Indore PhD Admission 2025-26

Department	Programs	Eligibility
Engineering	CSE, EE, ME, CE, MEMS, BSBE, AASE, Chemical Engg.	Master’s in relevant Engineering/Technology or Science with first division and valid GATE/UGC/CSIR-JRF/Equivalent Fellowship OR 4-year/5-year Bachelor’s in relevant field with valid GATE.
Sciences	Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics	Master’s in a relevant Science or Engineering field with first division and a valid GATE/UGC/CSIR-JRF/Equivalent Fellowship OR Bachelor’s (4-year) in a relevant field with GATE/UGC(JRF).
Humanities & Social Sciences	Economics, Psychology, Philosophy, English, Sociology, History	Master’s or M.Phil. in relevant specialization (Engineering/Science/HSS/Management) with first division and valid GATE/UGC/CSIR-JRF/Equivalent Fellowship.
Centres	CAE, JP Narayan Centre for Humanities, CRDT, CFDST, CEVITS	Master’s in relevant Engineering/Technology or Science with valid GATE/UGC/CSIR-JRF/Equivalent Fellowship OR 4-/5-year Bachelor’s in relevant Engineering field with GATE.
Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme	EE, CSE	Master’s in relevant Engineering/Technology or Science with first division and valid GATE/UGC/CSIR-JRF/Equivalent Fellowship; or Bachelor’s in relevant Engineering discipline with valid GATE.

This is a good opportunity for those interested in research-based programs across multiple fields. Those planning to apply should check the IIT Indore PhD admission 2025 brochure and submit their applications before the department-wise last date in November 2025. Make sure all documents are ready and the eligibility criteria are met to complete the process smoothly.

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