IIT Delhi, University of Queensland Open Applications for Joint PhD Programme Commencing July 2026

Applications are invited from candidates across diverse disciplines, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Humanities, and Social Sciences. 

The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia, and Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) have announced opening of Expressions of Interest for their Joint Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme, commencing in July 2026.

The collaborative programme offers candidates opportunity to undertake cutting-edge research under supervision of leading academicians from both the institutes, as well as experiencing academic environments of India and Australia.

Upon successful completion, graduates of this programme will be awarded a joint PhD degree from UQ and IIT Delhi.

Applications are invited from candidates across diverse disciplines, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

EoIs can be submitted online until 7:00 PM (IST) on Wednesday, 7 January 2026, via the official website: https://uqiitd.org/study. For prospective students, online information sessions will also be orgainsed on November 11, 2025 (registration link- https://shorturl.at/QQoIe) and December 10, 2025 (registration link- https://shorturl.at/vjVp1), where they will be able to get more information about the programme structure, eligibility, and application process.

As per a statement issued by IIT Delhi, UQ–IIT Delhi Joint PhD Programme exemplifies the growing commitment between Australia and India to promote high-impact research collaborations, foster innovation, and strengthen academic ties.