Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) has opened applications for its Ph.D. programme for the Winter Session 2026, inviting candidates interested in advanced research across six disciplines. The last date to submit applications online is November 15, 2026.

The doctoral programme offers research opportunities in Computational Biology, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Human-Centered Design, Mathematics, and Social Sciences and Humanities. Eligibility requirements and application guidelines vary by discipline and are available on the institute’s official admissions website.

IIIT-Delhi provides financial assistance to eligible full-time Ph.D. scholars to support their research and academic development. The support includes a monthly fellowship of ₹60,000, assistance for purchasing a laptop or desktop, and additional funding for research-related expenses.

Scholars can also receive ₹1.5 lakh to support visits of up to two weeks to laboratories abroad, providing opportunities to interact with researchers and gain exposure to ongoing international research. In addition, the institute offers a Professional Development Allowance (PDA) of ₹2.5 lakh for attending academic conferences and workshops.

The institute said its doctoral programme emphasises rigorous research, faculty mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration. It aims to prepare scholars to contribute to academia, industry and society through research and innovation.

Prof. Sumit Darak, Dean of Academic Affairs at IIIT-Delhi, said the institute provides Ph.D. scholars with an environment focused on impactful research and interdisciplinary collaboration, supported by financial assistance and travel grants for international exposure.

He added that IIIT-Delhi graduates currently hold faculty positions at reputed institutions and research roles in industry, both in India and abroad. The institute has invited candidates with a strong interest in research to apply for the upcoming session.

Applicants can review discipline-specific eligibility criteria and complete the online application through the official website: https://iiitd.ac.in/admission/phd/oct2026.

For admission-related queries, candidates can contact the Ph.D. admissions team at phd-admissions@iiitd.ac.in. -A Arti