Ph.D

Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW), New Delhi offers the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme across 12 engineering, science, and management disciplines in both full-time and part-time modes. IGDTUW is India’s first women’s technical university and admits only women candidates. The minimum programme duration is 3 years, with a total fee of INR 1,15,000 for the minimum tenure. Admission is through IGDTUW’s Research Admission Test (RAT) and interview.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 22 June 2026.

Key Points

• Both full-time and part-time Ph.D modes available, allowing working professionals to pursue research
• GATE or UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidates are directly exempted from the IGDTUW RAT
• Funded full-time scholars may receive JRF (INR 37,000 per month) or SRF (INR 42,000 per month) fellowships

IGDTUW Ph.D Fees 2026

The total programme fee for the minimum 3-year Ph.D tenure at IGDTUW is a uniform INR 1,15,000 across all 20 programme variants. Fees increase proportionately if the programme extends beyond 3 years. Hostel is optional and charged separately.

• Hostel charges are INR 1,13,000 per year, optional and excluded from total above.
• Fees increase proportionately if the programme extends beyond minimum 3 years.
• JRF or SRF funded scholars may receive tuition fee waivers.
• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before taking admission.

IGDTUW Ph.D Admission 2026

Ph.D admissions at IGDTUW are through the IGDTUW Research Admission Test (RAT) followed by an interview. Candidates holding valid GATE or UGC-NET/JRF scores are exempted from the RAT and proceed directly to the interview stage. Applications opened on 1 June 2026 with a deadline of 22 June 2026. Written test and interviews are expected in July to August 2026, with the new session commencing in August 2026.

Important Dates

• Apply online through the official IGDTUW admissions portal before 22 June 2026.
• GATE or UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidates may skip RAT and proceed to interview directly.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold an M.Tech, M.E., MCA, or M.Sc in the relevant discipline from a recognised university with minimum 60 percent (55 percent for SC/ST).
• A valid GATE or UGC-NET/JRF score exempts candidates from the IGDTUW RAT.
• Candidates without GATE or NET must qualify the IGDTUW RAT and interview.
• Only women candidates are eligible to apply at IGDTUW.

Admission Process

• Register on the IGDTUW admissions portal during the notification window before 22 June 2026.
• GATE or UGC-NET/JRF holders proceed directly to interview; others sit for the RAT written test in July 2026.
• Attend the departmental research committee interview in July to August 2026.
• Merit list is prepared based on RAT or GATE score and interview performance.
• On selection, deposit the prescribed fee and complete enrolment formalities at the department.

✓ Opt for this if

• Women with PG degree targeting doctoral research at Delhi’s government technical university
• GATE or UGC-NET/JRF qualifiers wanting RAT exemption and direct interview access
• Aspiring faculty or researchers in engineering, science, or management fields
• Delhi NCR working professionals seeking part-time funded Ph.D alongside careers

✗ Skip if

• Male candidates (IGDTUW exclusively admits women)
• Candidates without PG degree or minimum 60 percent in master’s programme
• Those targeting IITs or IISc for higher-ranked international research profiles
• Students expecting industry placement outcomes rather than academic research careers

IGDTUW Ph.D Scholarships 2026

Ph.D scholars at IGDTUW can access national fellowships and state scholarships. Funded full-time scholars receive monthly stipends that can offset total programme costs significantly.

• Apply for UGC and DST fellowships on the respective national portals.
• Delhi government scholarships also apply to eligible Ph.D scholars at IGDTUW.

IGDTUW Ph.D FAQs

Ques. Can men apply for Ph.D at IGDTUW?

Ans. No. IGDTUW is India’s first government technical university exclusively for women. All Ph.D programmes at IGDTUW are open to women candidates only. Male applicants are not eligible regardless of academic qualifications or GATE scores.

Ques. Is GATE mandatory for Ph.D admission at IGDTUW?

Ans. GATE is not mandatory but provides an advantage. Candidates with a valid GATE or UGC-NET/JRF score are exempted from IGDTUW’s Research Admission Test (RAT) and proceed directly to the interview. Without GATE or NET, candidates must qualify the RAT written test before the interview round.

Ques. Can working professionals pursue Ph.D at IGDTUW through part-time mode?

Ans. Yes. IGDTUW offers part-time Ph.D across most disciplines, including CSE, IT, Electrical Engineering, ECE, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Architecture, and Chemistry. Part-time scholars typically complete the programme in a longer duration than the minimum 3-year full-time tenure. Eligibility and admission criteria are the same across both modes.

Ques. What monthly stipend does an IGDTUW Ph.D JRF scholar receive?

Ans. Full-time Ph.D scholars who qualify UGC-NET/JRF receive INR 37,000 per month as JRF stipend for the first two years, upgraded to INR 42,000 per month as SRF from the third year onwards. DST INSPIRE fellows receive INR 31,000 per month. Funded scholars may also receive tuition fee waivers.

Ques. Which disciplines are available for Ph.D at IGDTUW in both full-time and part-time modes?

Ans. Ph.D in Chemistry, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, and Physics are available in both full-time and part-time modes at IGDTUW. Ph.D in Architecture and Planning, Mechanical and Automation Engineering, and Management are offered in full-time only. Part-time Architecture is also available as a separate programme variant.