IIIT Hyderabad PhD Spring 2027 admissions open: apply by November 20

The International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIIT Hyderabad) has announced the opening of PhD Spring 2027 admissions for seven doctoral programmes. The application portal became active on October 14, 2026, and will remain open until November 20, 2026.

This admission cycle offers a second opportunity for doctoral candidates to join research work by January 2027, catering to those who may have missed the earlier Monsoon intake without a full-year wait. The application process is entirely online, with shortlisted candidates required to attend in-person technical interviews at the IIIT Hyderabad campus in Gachibowli, Hyderabad.

Application Process and Key Dates

Candidates interested in the PhD Spring 2027 programmes must complete a two-stage online application process: initial registration followed by filling a detailed application form. A non-refundable application fee of Rs 2,500 is required for all applicants. The institute has outlined a schedule for the admission cycle, including dates for shortlist announcements, interviews, and final selections.

Applicants are advised to visit the official admissions portal at pgadmissions.iiit.ac.in to complete their applications. The screening process is based on academic performance and standardised examination scores.

Eligibility Criteria and Programmes Offered

To be eligible for the PhD Spring 2027 admissions, applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% in their qualifying degree. IIIT Hyderabad, a research-led deemed university, is offering seven doctoral programmes known for their interdisciplinary research focus in computing and allied fields. Each programme is linked to a dedicated research centre within the campus.

Engineering graduates holding a BE, BTech, ME, or MTech degree are generally eligible for most programmes. Specialised programmes, such as Bioinformatics, also accept candidates from science or information technology backgrounds. The final offer of admission is based solely on interview performance.

Financial Support and Required Documents

Full-time PhD students at IIIT Hyderabad receive a monthly stipend. NET or GATE qualified full-time PhD students are eligible for a monthly stipend ranging from Rs 37,000 to Rs 42,000. Other full-time PhD students receive a monthly stipend between Rs 31,000 and Rs 35,000. In addition, students are provided with teaching assistantship opportunities and travel grants to present their research effort at conferences.

Applicants must submit several documents as part of their online application. These include an updated resume, detailed marksheets of all qualifying degrees, a recent photograph, and a Statement of Purpose. The Statement of Purpose should ideally name the applicant’s target research centre.

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