IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026: IIT Guwahati invites applications for admissions to various postgraduate and doctoral programs for the session starting July 2026. These programs include MTech, MDes, MS(R), MA, and PhD across multiple disciplines. Interested candidates must apply through the official online portal within the specified time. IIT Guwahati emphasizes a detailed selection process based on academic performance, written tests, and interviews.
Also Read: IIT Delhi Admissions 2026: Apply Now for Postgraduate,PhD Programs
Vacancy Details/ Courses Offered
The disciplines and total seats for Post-Graduation courses and PhD courses which will be considered under IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026 is given below:
| Programme | Disciplines / Specializations | Available Seats |
|---|---|---|
| MTech | Computer Science and Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biosciences and Bioengineering, Agro and Rural Technology, Cyber Physical Systems, Health Sciences, Data Science, and others | Total seats vary by discipline (for example, Computer Science: 68 seats; Mechanical Engineering: 131 seats) |
| MDes | Design | 33 seats |
| MS (Research) | Energy Science and Engineering | 18 seats |
| MA | Development Studies, Liberal Arts | 90 seats |
| Programme | Disciplines / Specializations |
|---|---|
| PhD | Multiple Departments including Biosciences, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Design, Physics, Chemistry, Humanities & Social Sciences, Agro and Rural Technology, Data Science, Energy Science, Nanotechnology, and others |
IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026: Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the students selected under IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026 for both the programs is given below:
General Eligibility
PhD Eligibility
For admission to the PhD Program under IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026 a candidate must have
- 4-Year/ 5-Year Bachelor’s Degree or a Master’s Degree, with CPI 6.0 on 10-point scale (or 60% of marks), in the relevant discipline.
- For admission into PhD programme under regular category, the candidates must have one of the following qualifications for availing respective fellowships/ assistantships:
- Candidates seeking admission to the PhD programme must satisfy at least one of the following criteria: a valid GATE or CEED score; or a BTech, BDes, MSc, MA, MTech, MDes, or MS degree obtained through an on-campus regular programme from an IIT in the relevant discipline with a minimum CPI of 8.0 on a 10-point scale. Candidates from Arts backgrounds must have qualified UGC-CSIR-NET (Assistant Professorship). Applicants holding an MTech, MDes, MS (Research), or equivalent degree must either have qualified GATE/CEED at any time (validity not mandatory) or qualify in the written examination conducted by IIT Guwahati.
- For fellowship support, candidates may be funded through external agencies such as NET-JRF of CSIR/UGC/DST/DBT/ICMR/ICAR, NBHM Doctoral Scholarship, DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme (DGFS), and UGC Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (RGNF). Candidates qualified for the INSPIRE Fellowship will initially be admitted under the self-financed category and will be converted to the regular category from the effective date of fellowship upon award.
- The candidates qualified for INSPIRE Fellowship shall be admitted in self-financed category only. As and when the fellowship is awarded, they will be converted to the regular category from the “Effective Date” of fellowship.
MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA Eligibility
- For admission into MTech/ MDes/ MS(R) programmes under regular category of IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026, the candidates must have the respective qualifications for availing the Institute Assistantship:
- Valid GATE score for MTech/MS(R) programmes.
- Valid CEED score for MDes programme.
- Valid CEED score for Design background candidates for MTech in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
- NET-JRF in the relevant discipline for MS(R) in Energy Science and Engineering.
- A four-year undergraduate degree (must be an On-Campus Regular degree) from an IIT in the relevant discipline with a minimum CPI of 8.0 on a 10-point scale.
Selection Process
- The selection for IIT Guwahati admissions 2026 is conducted based on academic records, performance in written tests, and interviews. Shortlisting may involve additional criteria such as GATE / NET/ CEED scores and past educational achievements.
- Selection modes include offline, online, or hybrid methods, depending on the academic division’s decision.
- Some MTech disciplines offer seats through COAP for GATE qualified candidates, while others follow department-wise selection processes.
Admission Test Details
- The candidates applying for MTech, MDes, MS(R), and MA programs under IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026, selection tests and interviews may be conducted online or offline according to the department’s modes.
- PhD applicants under specific categories without valid GATE/ CEED scores may have to appear for an Institute Assistantship Test (IATMLA), which is an offline examination held on the IIT Guwahati campus.
- The test duration is 2 to 3 hours with discipline-wise syllabus and qualifying criteria as per category.
Documents Required
- Educational Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Degree Pass Certificates or Provisional Certificates
- GATE/ NET/ CEED Score Card (if applicable)
- Identification Proof
- Caste/ Category Certificates (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photograph
IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026: Steps to Apply
- The candidates applying under IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026 must visit the official application portal (Given below)
- Register once with personal and educational details.
- Select the desired programme and discipline.
- Pay the application fee online for each application submitted.
- Submit the complete application (all three steps must be completed).
- Multiple applications can be made using the same login but require separate fee payments.
Fee Structure/ Application Fees
- Application Fee for Female, Transgender, SC/ ST, PwD Candidates: Rs. 300
- Application Fee for Other Candidates: Rs. 600
- Fees are payable online during the application submission process.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of PhD Application Portal | 11th March 2026 |
| Closing of PhD Application Portal | 1st April 2026, 05:00 PM |
| PhD Selections | 13th May to 31st May 2026 |
| PhD Registration | 21st July 2026 |
| PhD Orientation | 22nd July 2026 |
| Opening of MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA Application Portal | 20th March 2026 |
| Closing of MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA Application Portal | 10th April 2026, 05:00 PM |
| MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA Selections | 5th May to 25th June 2026 |
| MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA Registration | 21st July 2026 |
| MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA Orientation | 22nd July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes (All Programmes) | 23rd July 2026 |
Important Links
| IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026 – PhD Admissions Information |
| IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026 – PG Admissions Information |
| Apply now |
| Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the application deadlines for IIT Guwahati admissions 2026?
Applications for PhD close on 1st April 2026, and for MTech/ MDes/ MS(R)/ MA programmes on 10th April 2026.
How can I apply for IIT Guwahati admissions 2026?
Applications must be submitted online via the official application portal only; no other modes are accepted.
Is GATE qualification mandatory for admission to MTech programmes?
For regular category seats via COAP, GATE qualification is applicable, but other categories may have different criteria involving tests and interviews.
What is the fee for submitting my application?
The application fee is Rs. 300 for female, transgender, SC/ ST/ PwD candidates and Rs. 600 for other candidates.
Can I withdraw my admission after accepting the seat?
Yes, withdrawal must be requested through the admission portal by 21st July 2026 for PhD and 20th July 2026 for postgraduate programmes with specific refund policies.
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