PhD Admissions in Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering

PHD, Engineers, Materials Science
India
8 November 2025
Full Time PhD position

Job Description

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) invites applications for its PhD program in Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering (MSME) starting January 2026. This prestigious program offers cutting-edge research opportunities in nanomaterials, biomaterials, functional materials, and computational materials science.

Program Details

Title PhD Admissions – Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering
Organization / Institute Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH)
Location Kandi, Sangareddy, Telangana, India
Program Type Full-Time / Direct PhD / External PhD
Session January 2026
Application Deadline As per institute schedule
Research Areas Energy Materials, Structural Materials, Biomaterials, Functional Materials & Devices, Computational Materials Science (AI/ML), Sustainable Metallurgy
Eligibility Master’s (ME/MTech/MSc) or Bachelor’s (BE/BTech) in relevant discipline with valid GATE/NET; Direct PhD for high CGPA candidates
Funding / Fellowship Institute fellowships, MoE funding, or project assistantships
Contact [email protected]
Official Website https://msme.iith.ac.in
Apply Now https://www.iith.ac.in/phdadmissions/

About the Department

The Department of Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad is recognized for its interdisciplinary research combining materials innovation, computational design, and sustainable process engineering. With a strong emphasis on nanotechnology, the department integrates experimental and theoretical research to address global challenges in energy, environment, and healthcare.

Research Areas

PhD candidates will have the opportunity to work in frontier domains such as:

  • Energy Materials – Nanostructured materials for batteries, fuel cells, and hydrogen storage.

  • Structural Materials – Alloy design, fatigue and fracture, and high-performance composites.

  • Functional Materials & Devices – Perovskites, semiconductors, and optoelectronic thin films.

  • Computational Materials Science & AI/ML – Data-driven materials discovery and simulation.

  • Advanced Characterization of Materials – Microscopy, spectroscopy, and in-situ diagnostics.

  • Sustainable Metallurgy – Green extraction and recycling technologies.

  • Healthcare & Biomaterials – Smart implants and nanostructured drug delivery systems.

Who Can Apply

Regular PhD

  • Master’s degree (ME/MTech/MSc) or Bachelor’s (BE/BTech) in any relevant discipline with a valid GATE score.

  • MSc or equivalent with a valid GATE score.

  • Candidates qualified in INSPIRE, CSIR-UGC NET JRF, or DBT JRF.

  • BTech students from CFTIs with a CGPA ≥ 8.0 (no GATE required).

  • External PhD: For working professionals from industry / research labs (with NOC).

Direct PhD

  • For students with exceptional academic records (CGPA ≥ 9.0) in BTech/BE/BS/MSc from IITs, NITs, IISERs, or equivalent institutions.

  • Higher stipend compared to regular MoE funding.

Fellowship & Support

  • Competitive monthly stipend and contingency grants.

  • Direct PhD students receive a higher fellowship based on institute norms.

  • Access to world-class laboratories, computational clusters, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

  • On-campus accommodation and support for research dissemination (conferences, workshops).

Why Join IIT Hyderabad?

  • Globally recognized for interdisciplinary nanotechnology research.

  • Strong international collaborations and state-of-the-art facilities.

  • Vibrant campus fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

  • Tailored training programs to develop next-generation materials scientists.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should visit the official IIT Hyderabad PhD Admissions Portal and apply online:
👉 https://www.iith.ac.in/phdadmissions/

For queries, contact: [email protected]

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Disclaimer

All information provided here is based on official sources from IIT Hyderabad. Applicants are advised to verify details on the official website before applying.

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