Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad, an institute of national importance in Karnataka, has announced 3 fellowship positions for Doctor of Philosophy (full-time and part-time) and Postdoctoral Fellowship under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme: Phase-II. The positions fall in the areas of Electronics System Design and Manufacturing, Information Technology, and IT Enabled Services, offering research scholars a chance to pursue doctoral or postdoctoral work at the institute for the academic year 2026-27.
IIIT Dharwad Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Fellowship Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026
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Last Date
31 Oct
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About IIIT Dharwad Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Fellowship Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad
- Post Name
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)
- Job Location
- Dharwad, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid GATE/NET score for Ph.D.; No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer for Part-time Ph.D.
- Tenure
- Maximum 5 years or until completion of Ph.D., whichever is earlier, for Full-time Ph.D.; up to 1 year for Postdoctoral Fellowship
Vacancy Breakdown
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
1
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
1
Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | 1 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | 1 |
| Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)2 posts
- Qualification
- M.E./M.Tech./MCA/M.Sc. or an equivalent degree in relevant disciplines, with a valid GATE/NET score or qualification through a national-level selection process conducted by IIIT Dharwad or any other recognized national-level examination. Minimum CGPA/CPI of 6.0 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and 5.5 for SC/ST/PwD candidates, or minimum 60% marks for General/OBC/EWS candidates and 55% marks for SC/ST/PwD candidates in aggregate. B.E./B.Tech./MCA degree holders may also be considered for direct Ph.D. admission as per the applicable Institute norms.
- Experience
- Part-time candidates must be an employed professional working in industry, an R&D organization or academia and must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer.
- Note
- Reservation applicable as per the norms of the Government of India.
- Mode
- Full-time and Part-time
- Tenure
- Maximum 5 years or until completion of Ph.D., whichever is earlier (Full-time)
Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)1 post
- Qualification
- Must hold a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and possess strong research credentials demonstrated through quality publications and/or patents.
- Experience
- Strong research credentials demonstrated through quality publications and/or patents.
- Age Limit
- 40 years or below
- Tenure
- Up to 1 year
Age Limit
40 years or below for Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Based on academic qualifications, research credentials, experience and other relevant criteria; mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility does not guarantee selection.
- 2Test and/or Interview
Conducted for shortlisted candidates, who are informed through email about the schedule.
Salary Structure
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Pay: Full-time: Rs. 46,250/month for Years 1-2 and Rs. 52,500/month for Years 3-5, plus 16% HRA. Part-time: no fellowship under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme; candidate is self-supported or supported by the employer.
Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)
Pay: Rs. 1,08,393/month (including HRA), plus Rs. 1,00,000 contingency support per year and Rs. 2.10 lakh travel support, as applicable under the scheme.
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | Full-time: Rs. 46,250/month for Years 1-2 and Rs. 52,500/month for Years 3-5, plus 16% HRA. Part-time: no fellowship under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme; candidate is self-supported or supported by the employer. |
| Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) | Rs. 1,08,393/month (including HRA), plus Rs. 1,00,000 contingency support per year and Rs. 2.10 lakh travel support, as applicable under the scheme. |
How to Apply
- 1Open the IIIT Dharwad Rolling Ph.D. Advertisement Google Form if applying for the Full-time or Part-time Ph.D. position.
- 2Select the appropriate Ph.D. option in the form.
- 3Fill in the prescribed Postdoctoral Fellowship application form if applying for the PDF position.
- 4Submit the application online on or before 31 October 2026.
Important Details
- The award of fellowship is subject to availability of funds from the funding agency, fulfilment of the applicable Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme conditions and satisfactory performance.
- Candidates receiving financial support under this scheme shall not simultaneously receive funding or fellowship from any other Government of India or State Government scheme.
- Mere fulfilment of the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission or selection, and the decision of the Competent Authority, IIIT Dharwad, is final.
Research Areas
- Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM)
- Information Technology (IT)
- IT Enabled Services (ITES)
Fellowship and Financial Support
Ph.D. - Full-time
Fellowship: Rs. 46,250/month for Years 1-2; Rs. 52,500/month for Years 3-5
Duration: Maximum 5 years or until completion of Ph.D., whichever is earlier
Additional Benefits: 16% HRA, as applicable under the scheme and subject to availability of funds
Ph.D. - Part-time
Fellowship: No fellowship under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme
Duration: As per Institute regulations
Additional Benefits: Candidate shall be self-supported or supported by the employer
Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF)
Fellowship: Rs. 1,08,393/month (including HRA)
Duration: Up to 1 year
Additional Benefits: Rs. 1,00,000 contingency support per year and Rs. 2.10 lakh travel support, as applicable under the scheme
| Category | Fellowship | Duration | Additional Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. - Full-time | Rs. 46,250/month for Years 1-2; Rs. 52,500/month for Years 3-5 | Maximum 5 years or until completion of Ph.D., whichever is earlier | 16% HRA, as applicable under the scheme and subject to availability of funds |
| Ph.D. - Part-time | No fellowship under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme | As per Institute regulations | Candidate shall be self-supported or supported by the employer |
| Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) | Rs. 1,08,393/month (including HRA) | Up to 1 year | Rs. 1,00,000 contingency support per year and Rs. 2.10 lakh travel support, as applicable under the scheme |
Institute Work and Assistantship
Full-time Ph.D. scholars and Postdoctoral Fellows shall contribute 40 hours per month towards Institute activities. At least 10 hours per month shall be devoted to administrative assistantship, and the remaining hours may be assigned towards teaching assistantship and/or other academic or Institute responsibilities as assigned by the Competent Authority.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91 0836-2250879, 9449732959
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate who already receives another government fellowship apply?
Yes, but candidates receiving financial support under this scheme cannot simultaneously receive funding or fellowship from any other Government of India or State Government scheme.
Is the fellowship guaranteed once a candidate is selected?
No. The award of fellowship is subject to availability of funds from the funding agency, fulfilment of the applicable scheme conditions and satisfactory performance.
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