IIT BHU PhD Admission 2026: Application Open Till 13 April

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• Updated March 27, 2026 04:39 PM
• by Kowsalya Chinnadurai

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Important Dates for IIT BHU PhD Admission 2026

Eligibility Criteria for IIT BHU PhD 2026

• Eligibility varies by department and category. General requirements include:
• Master’s Degree (M.Tech/M.E./M.Pharm/M.S.): Minimum CGPA/CPI >7.0 (on 10.0 scale) or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering: Minimum 75% marks or 7.5 CPI (or 70%/7.0 CPI with 2+ years experience from central govt. funded institutions).
• Master’s in Science: Minimum 65% or 6.5 CPI at Master’s + 60% or 6.0 CPI at Bachelor’s level.
• 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates.
• Valid GATE/GPAT/NET qualification is generally required for Full-Time Regular category with Institute Assistantship.
• High CPI (8.0+) candidates from premier institutions (IITs etc.) may get exemptions or direct interview.
• Department-specific eligibility and Minimum Qualifications are detailed in the official Information Brochure (Annexure-I & II).

Selection Process for IIT BHU PhD Admission

• Shortlisting based on academic record and application.
• Shortlisted candidates appear for written test and/or interview conducted by the respective department.
• Some categories (Sponsored, External, Part-time, National Fellowship holders) may be exempted from written test.
• Final selection is based on performance in test/interview, academic merit, and availability of seats/supervisors.
• Institute Assistantship (₹37,000/month) is available for eligible Full-Time Regular candidates (subject to duties and performance).

How to Apply for IIT BHU PhD Admission 2026?

• Visit the official PG Admission Portal.
• Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Fill the online application form carefully (select department, discipline, category).
• Upload required documents and details of two referees.
• Pay the application fee online via SBI Collect.
• Submit the form and take a printout for records.
• Application Fee:
• ₹500 for GEN/OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS candidates
• ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD candidates
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Q2. What is the application fee for IIT BHU PhD 2026?

• The fee is ₹500 for GEN/OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS and ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. It must be paid online through SBI Collect and is non-refundable.

Q3. What is the eligibility for IIT BHU PhD Admission?

• Candidates need a Master’s degree with minimum CGPA 7.0 or equivalent. Bachelor’s in Engineering requires 75% or 7.5 CPI. GATE/GPAT/NET is required for most Full-Time Regular seats. Department-specific criteria apply.