PhD Admissions 2026 in Chemical Engineering and Related Research Areas at IIT Hyderabad Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad in

PhD Admissions 2026 are open in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad.

The call highlights a strong research environment with opportunities in catalysis and energy, bioengineering and biotechnology, process systems engineering, advanced materials, fluid mechanics, polymers and soft matter, mineral processing, and AI/ML in chemical engineering. The department emphasizes interdisciplinary research, world-class infrastructure, global collaborations, and a vibrant campus.

Eligibility includes MTech/ME/MS (by research) in Chemical Engineering or allied fields, BTech with valid GATE, government fellowship holders such as DST-INSPIRE, DBT, UGC, and industry professionals with external funding and NOC. The post also states that a valid GATE score is not required for MTech/ME/MS applicants in Chemical Engineering or allied fields.

Deadline: 28 April 2026 (5:00 PM IST).

How to apply: submit the application through the IIT Hyderabad PhD admissions portal and consult the department brochure and instructions before applying. Queries can be sent to the department contact email listed in the announcement.

This opportunity is especially relevant for students interested in chemical engineering, materials science, biotechnology, computational engineering, and AI-enabled process research.