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PhD Admissions in Interdisciplinary Themes

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“Interdisciplinary research” has been the buzzword in academic scholarship for some time now. PhD students are being increasingly challenged to apply their research training beyond the confines of academic departments. In recognition of frontier perspectives on discovery and knowledge creation, IITGN announces a special call for PhD admissions in interdisciplinary themes. Eight distinct themes are part of the current call. Prospective candidates are strongly advised to scrutinize the eligibility criteria for applying in each theme.

Important Dates

  • October 13, 2022

    Application Deadline

    October 20, 2022

    Announcement of the Shortlisted Candidates (Tentative)

    November 4-15, 2022*

    Written Examinations/Interviews

    November 24, 2022

    Announcement of Results (Tentative)

* The exact date/time for the written examinations and/or interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates by the coordinators of the respective themes.


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  • Eligibility Criteria

    Eligibility Criteria


    At least 55% marks or 5.5 CPI marks in M.A./M.Sc./B.Tech./M.Tech./BS (IISc, IISER)/BS-MS (IISER) or equivalent degree in appropriate branches. Above mentioned eligibility criteria is minimum at Institute level. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PD categories would be eligible for relaxations, as per norms, in the selection criteria.

    There may be a higher cut-off for individual themes for short listing besides giving due consideration to relevant expertise and statement of purpose of the candidate. For theme specific minimum eligibility criteria please click here.

  • Financial Support

    Financial Support


    Financial support may be provided as per the norms for regular PhD candidates. Please click here to see the norms.

    Norms of Financial Support for Regular PhD Students

    Students joining the Ph.D. program as regulars (RR) may be considered for the Institute Fellowship (subjected to availability of fund) based on the following norms:


    1. Candidates with qualifications in any of the points (a-f) mentioned below are eligible for a monthly fellowship of Rs. 31,000/-.

      • a). Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science with NET/GATE Qualification or Graduate Degree in Professional Courses (B.Tech/B.E.) with NET/GATE Qualification or Postgraduate Degree in Professional Courses (M.Tech/M.E. etc)
      • b). BTech degree from a CFTI (Centrally Funded Technical Institute) with CPI at least 8.0 (on a scale of 10).
      • c). MSc/MA from IITs with CPI at least 8.0 (on a scale of 10)
      • d). BS from IISc with CPI at least 6.4 (on a scale of 8)
      • e). BS-MS from IISERs with CPI at least 8.0 (on a scale of 10)
      • f). BS from IISERs with CPI at least 8.0 (on a scale of 10)
    2. After successful completion of two years in a regular PhD programme, a PhD candidate may be eligible for a monthly fellowship of Rs. 35,000/-.

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  • Admission Procedure

    Admission Procedure


    Admission is generally offered on the basis of an interview, which is supplemented by a written test if necessary. The Institute will invite a limited number of candidates for a written test and/or interview based on the academic records, statement of purpose, etc. The final selection will be mainly based on academic credentials, written test and/or interview.

    Application in interdisciplinary themed call can be made in addition to the regular Phd admission.

    For any further query you may write to : admission@iitgn.ac.in

  • Application Procedure

    Application Procedure


    All applications must be submitted online. If you are applying for more than one themes, please submit a separate application for each theme. After successful submission of the application form, you will receive an application number and a link to download the application form. Please save the application form. You may need to furnish hardcopy of the application form and self attested copies of all the relevant documents at the time of interview. Incomplete applications will be rejected

    Application Fees: Rs. 150/- (SC/ST/PD Category), Rs. 300/- (Others)
    You NEED NOT send the hard-copy of the application form.

    For any further query you may write to : admission@iitgn.ac.in

    Important Dates
    Application Deadline - October 13, 2022
    Announcement of the Shortlisted Candidates (Tentative) - October 20, 2022
    Written Examinations/Interviews - November 4-15, 2022*
    Announcement of Results (Tentative) - November 24, 2022

    * The exact date/time for the written examinations and/or interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates by the coordinators of the respective themes.

  • Focus Areas

    Please click here to view the focus areas.