Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Roorkee has announced its PhD (Full-Time) Admission 2025-26 under the Rolling Advertisement scheme. This opportunity is exclusively for candidates who have secured a valid fellowship (UGC/CSIR/DBT/DST/INSPIRE/ICMR, etc).
Eligibility Criteria
- Fellowship Requirement: Candidates must hold a valid fellowship (awarded within the last 6 months).
- Academic Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree: Minimum 60% marks (or CGPA 6.0/10) for General/EWS/OBC; 55% marks (or CGPA 5.5/10) for SC/ST/PwD.
- 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree: Minimum 75% marks (or CGPA 7.5/10) for all categories.
- IIT Graduates: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree with CGPA 8.0/10 or above.
- Medical Graduates (MBBS/BDS/etc.): Minimum 60% marks (or CGPA 6.0/10).
Departments & Specializations
IIT Roorkee offers PhD programs across 30+ departments/centres, including:
- Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical, Chemical, etc.
- Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biosciences, Nanotechnology.
- Management, Humanities, Design, and Architecture.
(Check the full list in the prospectus for detailed eligibility per department.)
Application Process
- Apply Online: https://admission.iitr.ac.in/
- Application Fee:
- ₹500 (General/EWS/OBC)
- ₹250 (SC/ST/PwD) per department
- Documents Required:
- Fellowship award letter
- Academic mark sheets (10th, 12th, Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for departmental interviews.
- Selection is based on academic merit, fellowship validity, and interview performance.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply | Till Regular PhD Admission Opens (Check website for updates) |
Financial Support & Opportunities
- Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) – Eligible candidates can apply.
- Joint PhD Programs – Collaboration with international universities (Canada, France, Japan, UK).
- Awards & Medals – Excellence in Research, Leadership, and Innovation prizes.
Important Links
- Prospectus: Download Here
- Apply Online: https://admission.iitr.ac.in/
- Contact:
phdadmission@iitr.ac.in| WhatsApp: 6395059674
FAQs
Q1. Who can apply for IIT Roorkee’s Rolling PhD Admission?
Only candidates with a valid national fellowship (awarded within the last 6 months) are eligible.
Q2. Can I apply without a fellowship?
No, only fellowship holders (UGC/CSIR/DBT/ICMR/INSPIRE, etc.) can apply under this scheme.
Q3. Is there an age limit for PhD admission?
No, but fellowship-specific age criteria (if any) must be met.
Q4. Can I apply to multiple departments?
Yes, but a separate application fee applies for each department.
Q5. When will interviews be conducted?
Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email/department portal.
(For updates, visit the official website: www.iitr.ac.in)
