The Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) offers a Ph.D. program in various specializations, but it does not currently offer a distance learning Ph.D. program. The Ph.D. program at IIIT-Delhi is a full-time, on-campus program. However, the institute may have collaborations or flexible arrangements for working professionals. Always check the official website for the latest updates.
To be eligible for the Ph.D. program at IIIT-Delhi, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualifications:
A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, or related fields with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.Tech/B.E.) in a relevant field with exceptional academic performance (e.g., a CGPA of 8.0 or above on a 10-point scale) may also be considered.
Qualifying Exam:
Candidates must have a valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET score or equivalent.
Alternatively, candidates with a Master’s degree from a reputed institute (e.g., IITs, NITs, IIITs) may be exempted from the qualifying exam requirement.
Research Proposal:
A well-defined research proposal in the area of interest is often required during the application process.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for an interview (may include a written test) conducted by the institute.
IIIT-Delhi does not release an answer key for Ph.D. admissions since the selection process is based on:
Academic qualifications,
Research proposal,
Interview performance,
And/or written test (if applicable).
For any written tests conducted by the institute, the answer key is usually not made public. Candidates are evaluated directly by the selection committee.
The Ph.D. program at IIIT-Delhi focuses on research and innovation in cutting-edge areas of technology. Key highlights include:
Research Areas:
Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE)
Computational Biology
Human-Centered Design
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Social Sciences and Humanities (interdisciplinary research)
Program Structure:
Coursework: Candidates may need to complete a few advanced courses in their research area.
Research Work: The primary focus is on original research leading to a dissertation.
Teaching Assistantship: Ph.D. students may be involved in teaching or assisting in courses.
Duration:
The program typically takes 4-6 years to complete, depending on the research area and progress.
Financial Support:
Ph.D. students receive a stipend as per institute norms.
Additional funding may be available for conferences, workshops, and research-related travel.
Collaborations:
IIIT-Delhi has collaborations with industry and academic institutions, providing opportunities for joint research and internships.
Visit the official website of IIIT-Delhi: https://www.iiitd.ac.in.
Check the Admissions section for Ph.D. notifications.
Fill out the online application form and upload required documents (e.g., transcripts, research proposal, qualifying exam scores).
Pay the application fee.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview/written test.
For further queries, contact:
Email: phd-admissions@iiitd.ac.in
Phone: +91-11-26907400