Campus Times | Lucknow 

Indian Institute of Information Technology Lucknow has announced the start of its PhD admission process for the July 2026 academic session. The institute is inviting online applications from eligible candidates in the disciplines of Engineering, Management, and Mathematics. Interested applicants can submit their forms through the official portal until May 25, 2026.

Three Admission Categories Offered

The institute has introduced three distinct categories for PhD aspirants:

• Self-Financed Full-Time Research Scholars: Candidates admitted under this category will not receive financial support from the institute. However, applicants holding fellowships or funding from agencies such as CSIR, UGC, DAE, NBHM, DST, DBT, ICAR, ICMR, or ICPR are also eligible to apply under this category.

• Working Professionals: Designed for candidates currently employed, allowing them to pursue doctoral research alongside their professional commitments.

• “ASHA” (Aspiring Students in Higher Academics): A dedicated category aimed at encouraging students to take up advanced research and academic careers.

Application Fee Details

• General/OBC Candidates: ₹1500

• SC/ST/PwD Candidates: ₹1000

Important Dates to Remember

• Last Date to Apply Online: May 25, 2026

• Shortlist for Interview Announcement: May 30, 2026

• Interview Dates (Tentative): July 20–21, 2026

• Result Declaration (Tentative): July 25, 2026

• Admission Completion: July 29–30, 2026

Additional Support for Researchers

The institute also aims to promote research exposure by offering financial assistance to selected scholars for participation in conferences and workshops. Candidates shortlisted for interviews must carry a printed copy of the application form along with all relevant academic and supporting documents at the time of the selection process.

Aspiring researchers are encouraged to apply early and ensure all eligibility criteria are met before submission.