Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Palakkad PhD and MS by Research Program Admission 2022, Apply now
IIT Palakkad PhD and MS Research Admission 2022 – Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IITPKD) invites applications for admission to the M.S. (Research) and PhD Programs for the academic session beginning in December 2022
IIT Palakkad PhD and MS Research Admission 2022
Important Dates
- Advertisement to Appear: 07 October, 2022
- Application Portal Opens: 10 October, 2022
- Last date for submission of application online: 30 October, 2022 23.59 Hrs
- Shortlist to appear On or before 09 November 2022
- Interview dates During: 23 November – 15 December, 2022
- Selection list to appear: 17th December 2022
- Date of Admission: To be announced
Eligibility Criteria
For MS
- The minimum educational qualifications for admission to the MS by research degree are as follows:
- Candidates with a four year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences or a Master’s degree in sciences with a valid GATE score in relevant discipline.
- Candidates with a good academic record, having memberships in professional bodies, approved by the MoE/UGC/AICTE, are also eligible for admission to the MS programme of their parent discipline provided they have a valid GATE score and have passed both part A and part B of the membership examinations.
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences from a Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI) with an exceptionally good academic record in an eligible discipline provided he/she has a minimum CGPA of 8.0 (7.5 for OBC- NCL and 7.0 for SC/ST/PwD) on a 10.0 point scale.
For PhD
- The minimum educational qualifications for admission to the PhD program of the Institute are as follows:
PhD in Engineering
- Candidates with a Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology or a Master’s degree by Research in Engineering/Technology with a good academic record.
- Candidates with Master’s degree in Sciences with a good academic record and of exceptional merit are eligible for the relevant Engineering discipline. They should have a valid GATE score or UGC / CSIR-LS & JRF/ NBHM or equivalent qualification in the relevant area tenable for the year of registration.
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences with an exceptionally good academic record and valid GATE score in an eligible discipline will be considered for direct admission to PhD
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences from a Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI) with an exceptionally good academic record in an eligible discipline provided he/she has a minimum CGPA of 8 (7.5 for OBC- NCL and 7.0 for SC/ST/PwD) on a 10.0 point scale.
PhD in Sciences
- Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences/Medical /Pharma/Veterinary Sciences/Allied Health Sciences with good academic record and valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR-LS&JRF /NBHM/INSPIRE/ICMR/JEST or other similar National Level
- Fellowships or equivalent qualification tenable for the current financial year in the relevant area.
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences with an exceptionally good academic record and valid GATE score in an eligible discipline will be considered for direct admission to PhD
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences from a Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI) with an exceptionally good academic record in an eligible discipline provided he/she has a minimum CGPA of 8 (7.5 for OBC- NCL and 7.0 for SC/ST/PwD) on a 10.0 point scale
PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences
- Master’s degree in Humanities with good academic record and valid GATE score or UGC-NET/JRF or other similar National Level Fellowships or equivalent qualification tenable for the current financial year in the relevant area.
- Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences with exceptionally good academic record with a valid GATE score.
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’ degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences with an exceptionally good academic record and a valid GATE score will be considered for direct admission to PhD.
- Candidates who have qualified for the award of four year Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Sciences from a Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI) with an exceptionally good academic record in an eligible discipline provided he/she has a minimum CGPA of 8 (7.5 for OBC- NCL and 7.0 for SC/ST/PwD) on a 10.0 point scale.
Application Process
- Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website www.iitpkd.ac.in. & https://resap.iitpkd.ac.in/
- Online application form is available at the Institute website iitpkd.ac.in. After filling the form, please take a printout and keep it for records.
- A valid OBC-NCL /EWS certificate must be uploaded with the Online application and submitted at the time of admission
- Candidates called for an interview must bring with them a printed copy of the application that they submitted online along with originals and photocopies of the relevant certificates.
- Candidates are advised Please read the instructions given in the admission brochure carefully before filling up the application form are available in the University website
Application Fee
- For GN/OBC-NCL/EWS Male Candidates : Rs.100/-
- For GN/OBC-NCL/EWS Female Candidates : Rs.50/-
- For SC/ST and PwD candidates : Rs.50/-
- Mode of Payment : Online through Debit Card / Credit Card / ATM cards / Online Banking
Selection Procedure
- Eligible candidates possessing the minimum educational qualifications (as given in section 6.3) and satisfying additional and stiffer criteria set from time to time, will be called for an interview and/or test by the Selection Committee.
- All applicants are required to upload a statement of purpose (SOP) in support of their application in pdf format in the research admission portal.
- SOP should list research areas in the order of preference.
- SOP should not exceed 500 words.
- SOP should be submitted in pdf format.
- The applications of foreign nationals may be considered with or without a personal interview /test.
- Based on the academic record and the performance of the candidates in the interview and/or test, the Selection Committee will recommend to the Chairman, Senate the names of candidates found suitable for admission.
For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website
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