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IIT Bombay PhD Courses & Fees 2024: Admission Dates, Seats, Eligibility, Placements

Q: How many students are placed during IIT Bombay PhD placements?

The key highlights of IIT Bombay PhD placements over the past three years are presented below: Particulars PhD Placement Statistics (2022) PhD Placement Statistics (2023) PhD Placement Statistics (2024) Registered students 177 166 230 Participated students 62 131 117 Students placed 28 41 32 Placement percentage 45% 31% 27.35%

Q: What is the PhD fee at SJMSOM IIT Bombay?

The total tuition fee is inlcusive of admssion fee, examination fee, caution deposit, and charges for many other facilities provided by the institute during the programme. The total tuition fee for the PhD programme at SJMSOM is INR 96,000. Note that the mentioned fee is as per unofficial sources, hence, is subject to revision.

Q: Is GATE required for PhD in IIT Bombay?

GATE is one of the entrance exams for PhD admission. However, aspirants can also get admission in PhD based on CSIR NET/ CEED/ UGC NET or written test conducted by the institute. The shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview round for final selection. Along with GATE score, candidates also need to fulfil the eligibiltiy requirements. Aspirants must complete Bachelor or Masters or equivalent degree in Engineering/ Technology or master's or equivalent degree in Science or Arts/ Commerce with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PwD category) for PhD admission.

Q: What is the fee of PhD offered by IIT Bombay?

The total tuition fee for PhD ranges between INR 75,000 - INR 3.55 lakh. The given fee range includes fee of different PhD courses. This fee is taken from unofficial sources and hence is subject to changes. Candidates can visit IIT Bombay's official website (iitb.ac.in) for more information.

Q: How can I get admission to PhD of IIT Bombay?

To get admission in PhD course at IIT Bombay, candidates first need to fill out the application form. Aspirants who have completed a Bachelor or Masters or equivalent degree in Engineering/ Technology or master's or equivalent degree in Science or Arts/ Commerce with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PwD category) are eligible to apply for PhD course. The application fee for PhD is: Category PhD Application Fee General INR 300 SC/ ST/ PWD/ Women candidates INR 150 After filling out the application form, students are shortlisted based on GATE / CSIR NET/ CEED / UGC NET/ Entrance Exam scores. The shortlisted candidates are then further called for a personal interview round.

Q: What are the scholarships offered to PhD students from IIT Bombay?

The institute offers fellowships to PhD students. Additionally, the PhD students also receive a QIP scholarship of INR 6,000 for a duration of two years and INR 6,400 in the third year and INR 10,000 contingency per annum. There are different types of scholarships available such as CSIR fellowship, Teaching Assistantship, Research Assistantship, and Private/Government scholarships.

Q: How are IIT Bombay PhD placements?

The placement data regarding PhD placementsat IIT Bombay are currently unavailable. The overall IIT Bombay placement data shows that in 2024, around 683 students were placed. The data claimedthat majority of the students placed were placed in the IT/Software sector. However, which course had the most amount of placements as well as howmany PhD students got placed isstill unknown.

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IIT Bombay Ph.D.
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The GATE 2025 results have been announced for IIT Bombay PhD course. Along with this, the minimum qualifying GATE 2025 cutoff is also out branch and category-wise. By visiting the official website, the candidates who appeared for the exam can log in and check their results.

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IIT Bombay PhD Eligibility & Highlights 2024

IIT Bombay offers a minimum of a three-year PhD course in 27 specialisations. Admission to PhD programmes is entrance-based. Candidates seeking admission must meet the minimum eligibility criteria. IIT Bombay accepts for PhD programmes in online mode.

It is crucial for all the applicants to meet the eligibility conditions and have the relevant documents. The fee vary form one PhD specialisation to another. The table given below mentions common eligibility criteria, selection, and fee details:

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Eligibility & Selection

PhD (Common for all specialisations)

Eligibility: Bachelor or Masters or equivalent degree in Engineering/ Technology or master's or equivalent degree in Science or Arts/ Commerce with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PwD category).

Selection criteria: GATE/ CSIR NET/ CEED/ UGC NET/ written test + interview

*The mentioned fee is taken from unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative.

Return on Investment

Total Tuition Fees₹ 21.3K - 8.1L

Median Package₹ 17.9L

Eligibility Criteria

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Graduation score60%

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

4.63 yearsOffered by Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management, IIT Bombay

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M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering

6 years

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IIT JAM

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M.A. + Ph.D. in Philosophy

6 years

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GATE

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₹8.08 L

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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₹6.74 L

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M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Energy Science and Engineering

6 years

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IIT JAM

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering

5 years

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Ph.D. in Design

3 years

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₹21.25 K

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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₹6.74 L

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Geoinformatics and Natural Resources Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering

5 years

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Ph.D in Nanotechnology

3 years

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PhD in Design

3 yearsOffered by Industrial Design Centre - IIT Bombay

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science

5 years

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₹6.74 L

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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₹6.74 L

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

5 years

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GATE

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₹6.74 L

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

5 years

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GATE

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Earth Sciences

5 years

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GATE

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M.Tech. + Ph.D. in Urban Systems

5 years

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GATE

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IIT Bombay
Fees details 2025

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	₹ 21.25 K - 1.5 L
Hostel	₹ 1.39 L
One-time Payment	₹ 11.6 K - 18.3 K
Total fee	₹ 1.72 L - 3.08 L

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IIT Bombay PhD Admission Dates 2024

Find below the key dates for PhD admission:

Dates	Past Events
27 Mar '25 - 21 Apr '25	Ph.D. Application 2025 start and end date without late fee
6 Jan '25	Ph.D. (Spring Sem) Instruction begins (tentative)

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IIT Bombay PhD Admission Process 2024: How to Apply?

The application process is online. Students must submit the application within the due date. The s involved in the application form filling are further as follows:

1: Visit the official website- https://www.iitb.ac.in/.

2: Fill the application form.

3: Upload documents.

4: Pay the application fee.

5: Download and print the application form.

Important Documents for IIT Bombay PhD Application Process

Scanned photograph and signature
Marksheet of the last semester/ consolidated marksheet of the qualifying degree
Result awaited Students have to upload their latest/ previous
semester marksheet
Caste certificate (if applicable)
PwD certificate (if applicable)
Sponsorship certificate (if applicable)
Statement of purpose

IIT Bombay PhD Application Fee

Below-mentioned is the IIT Bombay PhD and MS by Research application process and application fee:

Course Name	Application Fee
PhD	Women/ SC/ ST/ PwD: INR 150 All other Students: INR 300

Total Seats Available

Courses	Seats
M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Operations Research	15
M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering	12
M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Energy Science and Engineering	22
M.A. + Ph.D. in Philosophy	11

IIT Bombay PhD Placements

Find below the key highlights of the IIT Bombay PhD placements for 2022-23 session:

Particulars	Statistics (2023) Phase 1
PhD highest package	INR 29 LPA
PhD average package	INR 16 LPA

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IIT Bombay	₹ 17.92 LPA	₹ 21.25 K - 8.08 L	-/-
PUMBA Compare	-/-	-/-	-/-
ITM University Gwalior Compare	-/-	₹ 2.1 L - 2.8 L	-/-
UWSL, Karnavati University Compare	-/-	₹ 1.65 L - 3.3 L	-/-
Technocrats Institute of Technology Compare	-/-	-/-	-/-
IIT Tirupati Compare	-/-	₹ 15 K	-/-

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IIT Bombay PhD Scholarships

PhD students recieve QIP scholarship of INR 6,000 for two years and IN 6,400 for third year and contingency of INR 10,000 per annum. Find below IIT Bombay PhD scholarships:

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Private/ Government Scholarship for PhD students	PDF
CSIR Fellowship for PhD students	PDF
Teaching Assistantship	PDF
Research Assistantship	PDF

For all PhD specialisations and eligibility, Download: IIT Bombay PhD Admission Brochure 2022-23

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