Ph.D. Admission (Part-Time)

Application Procedure

All candidates seeking admission to the **Ph.D. program (Part-Time)** at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad must apply online through the admission portal.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to verify that they meet all eligibility requirements before applying. Please refer to the official information brochure.

Steps to Apply:
  1. Complete the **registration step** before applying.
  2. Verify your email using the link sent to your registered email address after registration.
  3. Login to the application portal using your registration number.
  4. Read the instructions carefully before proceeding.
  5. Start your application using the “Registration” tab.
  6. Fill in all mandatory fields (marked with *). If a field is not applicable, write "NA".
  7. Upload necessary documents (marksheets, degree certificates, category certificates) in PDF format.
  8. Submit the application after completing all details.
  9. Save a PDF copy of your completed application, as it will be required during the admission process.

Ph.D. Admission (Part-Time) Eligibility Criteria

  • (a) Professional Employment: The candidate should be professionally employed and able to enroll in the Ph.D. program while continuing their job. Research can be conducted either at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad or at their parent organization.
  • (b) Experience Requirement: Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in a regular post at PSUs, research organizations, organizations with MoU with IIT (ISM), UGC/AICTE-approved higher education institutions, or globally reputed corporate organizations.
  • (c) GATE/NET/CAT/GMAT Exemption: Candidates with the above experience requirement are exempt from qualifying exams like GATE/NET/CAT/GMAT. However, they must meet Ph.D. eligibility as per the institute’s manual.
  • (d) NOC Submission: Candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of admission. If NOC is not submitted initially, an undertaking must be provided. The Ph.D. degree will only be awarded upon NOC submission.
  • (e) Financial Assistance: No financial aid will be provided by IIT (ISM) Dhanbad to Part-Time Ph.D. candidates.
  • (f) Interaction with Faculty: Candidates can interact with faculty members when they visit the IIT (ISM) IIIF Centres in Delhi or Kolkata.
  • (g) Coursework Completion: Candidates may be permitted to complete Ph.D. coursework at other IITs or transfer credits, subject to approval from the Dean (Academic) through their allotted Supervisor.