Explore PhD programs in CSE, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Biosciences, Metallurgy, Space Engineering, and more.
Advance your research in fundamental sciences including Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics.
Interdisciplinary research fostering critical thinking in literature, economics, psychology, and social sciences.
Specialized research centers focusing on Advanced Electronics, Rural Development, Defense Technology, and EVs.
Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics and IT (applicable to Departments of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Engineering).
Verify Minimum Educational Qualifications and Qualifying Exam (GATE/JEST/CSIR-NET) requirements for your target department.
Fill out the online application form on the IIT Indore portal to generate your unique application number.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online via State Bank Collect (Indian applicants) or RTGS (International applicants).
Arrange for at least two reference letters to be sent directly to the department email, and prepare your Statement of Purpose.
Bring the signed hard copy of your application, fee receipt, recent photo, and all original certificates for verification during the interview.
Take the next step in your research journey. The PhD application portal
is now open for 2026-27 admissions.
Fellowship Awardees (e.g., CSIR, UGC, DST, PMRF, etc.)
Teaching Assistantship category as a Full-Time student.
Sponsored by a reputed Industry or R&D Organization (Without Institute Scholarship).
Regular staff members of IIT Indore on a Part-Time basis.
Applicants from the Defense Forces.
College Teacher category for full-time regular teachers.
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