The Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIITD) offers a Part-Time Ph.D. program for working professionals and individuals who wish to pursue research while continuing their professional commitments. Below is an overview of the admission process, books, merit list, and merit-based selection criteria:
Eligibility Criteria:
A Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, or related disciplines) with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
For candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., BTech), exceptional academic performance and research potential may be considered.
Relevant work experience (preferred but not mandatory for part-time Ph.D. candidates).
Application Process:
Applications are typically invited twice a year (check the official website for exact dates).
Candidates must submit an online application form along with:
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Research proposal
Letters of recommendation
Academic transcripts
Proof of work experience (if applicable)
Entrance Exam/Interview:
Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for an interview.
Some candidates may need to clear a written test or provide valid GATE/NET scores (if applicable).
Selection Criteria:
Academic performance
Research proposal quality
Performance in the interview
Work experience (for part-time candidates)
The books and study material for the Ph.D. program depend on the research area. Some common areas and recommended books include:
Computer Science and Engineering:
Algorithms: Introduction to Algorithms by Cormen, Leiserson, Rivest, and Stein.
Machine Learning: Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning by Christopher Bishop.
Data Structures: Data Structures and Algorithms in Python by Michael T. Goodrich.
Electronics and Communication:
Digital Signal Processing by John G. Proakis.
Communication Systems by Simon Haykin.
Mathematics and Computational Sciences:
Numerical Methods for Engineers by Steven C. Chapra.
Linear Algebra and Its Applications by Gilbert Strang.
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI):
Designing Interactive Systems by David Benyon.
Candidates are advised to consult their potential supervisors for specific recommendations based on their research topic.
The merit list is prepared based on:
Academic performance (CGPA/percentage in qualifying degrees).
Quality of the research proposal.
Performance in the interview.
Work experience (for part-time candidates).
The merit list is published on the official IIITD website after the selection process is completed.
IIITD follows a merit-based selection process for Ph.D. admissions.
Factors considered include:
Academic records (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees).
Research potential (evidenced by publications, projects, or proposals).
Interview performance.
Relevance of work experience (for part-time candidates).
Part-time Ph.D. candidates are expected to spend a significant amount of time on campus for research activities.
The duration of the part-time Ph.D. program is typically longer than the full-time program.
Financial assistance (e.g., stipends) may not be available for part-time candidates.