Is JEE Main mandatory for B.Tech admission at DTU?

Yes. A valid JEE Main 2026 Paper-I score is mandatory for B.Tech admission at DTU. No other engineering entrance exam is accepted. Admission is determined entirely by JEE Main rank through JAC Delhi counselling.

What is the eligibility for the Delhi quota in DTU B.Tech admission?

The Delhi quota covers candidates who appeared in Class 12 from a school located in NCT Delhi. Your home address does not determine eligibility. If your Class 12 school was in Delhi NCT, you qualify for the Delhi quota, which covers 85% of DTU B.Tech seats.

How many B.Tech seats and branches does DTU offer?

DTU offers 2,514 B.Tech seats across 19 specialisations. Approximately 2,137 seats are in the Delhi quota and 377 are in the All-India quota.

How many rounds does JAC Delhi counselling have for DTU B.Tech?

JAC Delhi 2026 ran four main counselling rounds followed by one Spot Round. Candidates could upgrade their allotment in each main round. The Spot Round fills remaining vacancies after Round 4 is completed.

What entrance exam is required for DTU M.Tech admission?

A valid GATE score in the relevant paper is required for regular M.Tech seats at DTU. A non-GATE sponsored or self-financed route exists but is available only if GATE-category seats remain after the GATE merit list is fully exhausted.

Which entrance exams does DTU MBA (DSM) accept?

DSM DTU accepts CAT, MAT (Paper-based or Computer-based), and CMAT scores for MBA admission through the CMAC portal. CAT candidates are given first priority. MAT and CMAT candidates are considered after all eligible CAT candidates have been placed.

Is work experience mandatory for MBA admission at DTU?

No. Work experience is not mandatory for DSM DTU MBA admission. Fresh graduates are eligible to apply. Relevant work experience may be evaluated positively during the Personal Interview stage but does not determine shortlisting.

Can final-year undergraduate students apply for DTU MBA?

Yes. Students appearing in their final year of graduation are eligible to apply for DSM DTU MBA through CMAC. Final admission is confirmed only after submitting the qualifying degree result showing the required minimum percentage (60% for GEN/OBC-NCL, 50% for SC/ST/PwD).

Does DTU offer any management quota or direct admission?

No. DTU does not offer a management quota or direct admission for any programme. All B.Tech seats are filled through JEE Main merit via JAC Delhi. M.Tech and MBA seats are filled through GATE and CMAC merit lists respectively.

What scholarships are available for DTU students?

DTU students can access the Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST), Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (25% to 100% fee waiver for family income below INR 4,50,000), Central Sector Scholarship for Class 12 board toppers, and Delhi Government scholarships for OBC-NCL and minority students. Most schemes are applied for through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

DTU Ph.D Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Badli, New DelhiState UniversityEstd 1952NAAC Grade A+ 3.4

4.2

(1833 Reviews)

DTU Latest Updates and News

30 May, 2026 DTU has announced Ph.D Mechanical Engineering Fee Structure for AY 2026-27. The total academic fee is ₹ 66,600 .

Total fees

INR 65,100

full course, no visits

Median pay

INR 13 LPA

PG NIRF 2025 filing

Test score

50%

entrance score for interview

Seats

DTU fellowship seats in ME

In This Page▾

01AboutCourse details, fees, dates and outcome in one flow 02Should you pick itWhen this seat fits and when it does not 03EligibilityMarks, degree and work papers you need 04Admission ProcessForm, test, interview and joining steps 05Admission DatesThe full admission cycle from form to class 06FeesFull course fee with visit cost toggle 07Will your rank get you inScore ranges for the Ph.D. seat check 08ScholarshipsSchemes that can lower your course cost 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering is a three-year, part-time research course for working students who can study with a supervisor while keeping their job. DTU is known for its engineering work in Delhi NCR, its NAAC A+ grade and its #30 NIRF Engineering rank. The full course fee without visit cost is INR 65,100. Admission uses a DTU entrance test, or an exemption through NET, GATE, JRF or the working professional route. Mechanical Engineering lists 10 DTU fellowship seats, while part-time seats depend on supervisor slots. The NIRF 2025 PG median pay is INR 13 LPA, not a Ph.D-only pay figure.

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Fees

The total with Delhi visit cost is INR 1.01 Lakhs while the fee without visits is INR 65,100. The tuition fee is INR 28,000 for the course. You pay the admission year fee first, and DTU fixes the later yearly fee in the brochure. The visit cost is only an estimate for food and travel.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Admission year fee	INR 33,700	Full course, as published for year 1
Year 2 and year 3 fees	INR 31,400	Full course, as published for later years
Tuition fee inside total	INR 28,000	Three academic years
Total, no visits	INR 65,100	Full course total
Total with Delhi visits	INR 1.01 Lakhs	Fee plus estimated visits

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Admission Dates

The 2027 form is expected in Nov 2026 and classes are expected in Feb 2027. The DTU 2027 calendar is not out, so every row is Tentative. You should watch the form first, then the test list, entrance test, interview, final result, document check and joining report.

Event	Date	Status
Registration starts	Nov 2026	Tentative
Registration, last date to apply	Dec 2026	Tentative
Eligible and exempted list	Dec 2026	Tentative
Entrance test	Jan 2027	Tentative
Entrance result	Jan 2027	Tentative
Interview and presentation	Jan 2027	Tentative
Final result and seat offer	Jan 2027	Tentative
Document check and fee payment	Jan 2027	Tentative
Joining report	Feb 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Feb 2027	Tentative

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Eligibility

The Mechanical route needs 55% marks in a linked M.Tech or 75% marks in a linked B.Tech. Reserved, EWS and PwD students get 5% relaxation. You also need NOC and work proof for part-time study, because DTU checks whether your job leaves time for research.

Requirement	What you need
M.Tech route	55% marks in Mechanical-linked Engineering or Technology
Direct B.Tech route	75% marks and proven research work
Relaxation	5% for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and PwD
Part-time papers	NOC, experience proof and time for research

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Admission Process

DTU uses five steps: form, entrance test or exemption, interview, final result and document check. You fill the form, then DTU shortlists you for the test or accepts your NET, GATE, JRF or work route. The department then checks your research proposal, and you lose the seat if you miss the fee date.

Step	What you do
Online form	Fill the DTU form and pay the form fee
Entrance or exemption	Write the test or submit accepted proof
Interview	Present your research proposal to the department
Final result	Check the selected list and offer
Join seat	Pay the fee and give the joining report

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Cutoff

The entrance test needs 50% for General and 45% for reserved groups before interview. These are score floors, not rank cutoffs. The interview also needs 50% or 45%, so a test pass alone does not give the seat. Supervisor fit and proposal quality matter after that.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
General	50% entrance and 50% interview	DTU Ph.D. rule, 2026
SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD	45% entrance and 45% interview	DTU Ph.D. rule, 2026
NET, GATE, JRF route	Entrance test waived	Interview still required

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Placements

The NIRF 2025 PG median pay is INR 13 LPA, and DTU does not publish a Ph.D-only placement rate. Treat this as campus strength, not a promise for this research course. Mechanical research students usually use their thesis, guide and workplace link for academic, lab or industry roles.

Metric	Value
PG median pay	INR 13 LPA
Ph.D-only placement rate	Not published
Course outcome	Research, teaching, lab and industry research roles
Recruiter data for Ph.D Mechanical	Not published by branch

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Scholarships

The biggest listed help in this page is INR 65,100 through a full fee support case. Category and income schemes can also cut the fee. You must keep the income paper, category paper and DTU admission proof ready, because most schemes ask for all three.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Full fee support	Need-based or approved research support	INR 65,100
Central Sector Scheme	Income up to INR 8 Lakhs	INR 20,000
SC or ST post-matric	SC or ST with low family income	INR 25,000
EWS help	EWS certificate and income proof	INR 15,000

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Ranking

DTU is #30 in NIRF Engineering 2025 and holds NAAC A+ grade. India Today placed it #9 among engineering colleges in 2025. These ranks speak about the institute, while the Ph.D. decision still depends on supervisor fit and the research area.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF Engineering	2025	#30
India Today Engineering	2025	#9
NAAC	latest cycle	A+
DTU system	2026	ISO 9001:2015

Should you pick Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) at DTU?

This course suits working students who can give steady time to research.

Pick it if:

You want research near Delhi labs: DTU sits in Delhi NCR, so meetings with companies and labs are easier to plan.

You work during the week: part-time admission asks for NOC and experience papers, so keep both ready before applying.

You have NET or GATE: DTU can waive the entrance test, but the interview still decides the seat.

You need low fees: the full course fee is INR 65,100, so the cost stays smaller than most work breaks.

Skip it if:

You want a campus job after Ph.D.: DTU does not publish Ph.D-only pay, so treat the degree as research training.

Your office cannot give time: part-time rules ask your duties to leave enough hours for research.

You cannot visit DTU when asked: document check and joining happen in person at the Mechanical department.

You need a fixed part-time seat count: the published 10 seats are DTU fellowship seats, not a part-time promise.

Counsellor's advice

If your office gives NOC and time, apply early and prepare your research proposal. If either paper is missing, wait for the next intake.

Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Eligibility▾

Degree: M.Tech or Master by Research in Mechanical-linked fields needs 55% marks.

Direct B.Tech: Mechanical-linked B.Tech needs 75% marks and proven research work.

Relaxation: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and PwD students get 5% marks relaxation.

Part-time paper: You need NOC, experience proof and time for research.

Work route: Industry professionals need more than 5 years of work experience and a research proposal.

Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the DTU admission form and pay the registration fee before the last date.

Entrance test: DTU holds a 90-minute CBT with research methods and Mechanical questions.

Exemption route: NET, GATE and JRF candidates may skip the test if DTU accepts the proof.

Interview: The department hears your research proposal and gives 30% weight to the interview.

Join seat: Pay the admission fee, clear document check and submit the joining report.

Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Admission Dates 2027

▾

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

Nov 2026

Registration starts

Start the DTU Ph.D. form when the portal opens.

Tentative

Dec 2026

Registration, last date to apply

Submit the form and fee before the last date.

Tentative

Dec 2026

Eligible and exempted list

Check whether DTU has accepted your test exemption.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Entrance test

Write the DTU CBT if you do not have an accepted exemption.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Entrance result

Check whether your score lets you reach the interview.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Interview and presentation

Present your research proposal to the Mechanical department.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Final result and seat allotment

Check the selected list and keep admission papers ready.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Fee payment and document check

Pay the admission fee and give original papers for checking.

Tentative

Feb 2027

Reporting and joining report

Submit the joining report to the Mechanical department.

Tentative

Feb 2027

Classes start

Meet the supervisor and begin course work.

Source: DTU Ph.D admission brochure and revised schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.

DTU Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Fees 2027

▾

This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add Delhi visit cost.

Admission year fee

Full course, as published for year 1

INR 33,700

Year 2 and year 3 fees

Full course, as published for later years

INR 31,400

Add Delhi visits

Campus visit food and travel

Per month × 30, INR 1,200 a month

INR 36,000

Total course fee

INR 65,100

3 years · DTU Code B academic fee, visit cost not added

Total course fee

INR 1.01 Lakhs

3 years · academic fee + estimated Delhi visits

Education loan EMI

INR 1,098

7 yr · 10.5% per year

Cost per year

INR 21,700

INR 65,100 over 3 years

Education loan EMI

INR 1,705

7 yr · 10.5% per year

Cost per year

INR 33,700

INR 1.01 Lakhs over 3 years

Source: DTU Ph.D admission brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a Ph.D. seat at DTU?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use DTU's Ph.D. score rules.

DTU Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see the likely help. Confirm the final amount with DTU.

Delhi Technological University Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to DTU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

Compare with

NSUTJamiaNIT DelhiIIT DelhiIGDTUW

This page

Delhi Technological University

Delhi

Compared with

Netaji Subhas University of Technology

Delhi

Compared with

Jamia Millia Islamia

Delhi

Compared with

National Institute of Technology Delhi

Delhi

Compared with

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Delhi

Compared with

Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women

Delhi

Total fees3 years, no visits

INR 65,100

DTU Code B fee

INR 90,000

INR 24,900 more, full course

INR 48,000

INR 17,100 less, full course

INR 75,000

INR 9,900 more, full course

INR 1.20 Lakhs

INR 54,900 more, full course

INR 55,000

INR 10,100 less, full course

Median payPG median, NIRF 2025

INR 13 LPA

not Ph.D-only

INR 13 LPA

Same pay, PG median

INR 11 LPA

INR 2 LPA less, PG median

INR 10 LPA

INR 3 LPA less, PG median

INR 20 LPA

INR 7 LPA more, PG median

INR 8 LPA

INR 5 LPA less, PG median

Entrance scorePh.D. score floor

50%

general score floor

50%

Same score

50%

Same score

60%

10 points higher, entrance floor

70%

20 points higher, entrance floor

50%

Same score

SeatsMechanical Ph.D. seats

DTU fellowship seats

2 fewer, published seats

2 more, published seats

2 fewer, published seats

5 more, published seats

4 fewer, published seats

NIRF rankEngineering 2025

#30

institute rank

#70

40 places lower, NIRF

#24

6 places higher, NIRF

#65

35 places lower, NIRF

28 places higher, NIRF

#151

121 places lower, NIRF

In short

If your supervisor is at Netaji, compare research fit first. If fees decide the choice, DTU stays one of the lower cost options.

In short

If your supervisor is at Jamia, compare research fit first. If fees decide the choice, DTU stays one of the lower cost options.

In short

If your supervisor is at National, compare research fit first. If fees decide the choice, DTU stays one of the lower cost options.

In short

If your supervisor is at Indian, compare research fit first. If fees decide the choice, DTU stays one of the lower cost options.

In short

If your supervisor is at Indira, compare research fit first. If fees decide the choice, DTU stays one of the lower cost options.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on DTU Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering)

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Should I take DTU Ph.D Mechanical if I work full time?▾

Yes, if your office gives NOC and enough research time. DTU accepts part-time candidates, but the department will still ask for experience proof and a research proposal. Keep your supervisor idea ready before the form, because the interview checks whether the topic can work.

Is this Ph.D worth the fee?▾

Yes, the fee is low for a doctoral course. The full DTU fee is INR 65,100 without visit cost, and even the visit estimate takes it to INR 1.01 Lakhs. Check travel and leave from office before you decide, because those will affect your real cost.

Is this course better for research or campus jobs?▾

It is better for research, teaching and industry research roles. DTU does not publish a Ph.D-only placement rate, while the NIRF PG median pay is INR 13 LPA. Use that pay as a campus signal, not as a job promise for this course.

Should I apply if I have only a B.Tech?▾

Yes, but only if your B.Tech is Mechanical-linked and you have 75% marks with proven research work. The usual route is easier through a relevant M.Tech with 55% marks. If you use the B.Tech route, prepare a stronger proposal before the interview.

Who should skip this part-time Ph.D?▾

Skip it if your office cannot give time, NOC or proof of experience. DTU asks part-time students to show that job duties leave enough research time. Without that paper, you may clear the score rule and still miss the seat at document check.

Is it safe to count on the 10 seats?▾

No, not for part-time admission alone. The 10 seats are listed as DTU fellowship seats in Mechanical Engineering, while part-time seats depend on supervisor slots. Apply if your topic fits a guide, and ask the department about slot availability before paying the fee.

Will NET or GATE make admission safer?▾

It helps, but it does not finish admission. DTU can waive the entrance test for NET, GATE, JRF and similar proof, but the interview still carries weight. Use the exemption to save test effort, then focus on your research proposal and supervisor match.

Should I wait for the next intake?▾

Wait only if your NOC, experience proof or proposal is not ready. The next 2027 dates are estimates, with registration expected in Nov 2026 and classes in Feb 2027. If your papers are ready, apply in the next form cycle and keep time for the interview.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

You fill the DTU Ph.D. form, write the entrance test or submit accepted exemption proof, then attend the department interview. DTU needs 50% in the test and interview for General candidates, with 45% for reserved groups. After selection, pay the fee and complete document check.

What is the full fee for DTU Ph.D Mechanical?▾

The full academic fee is INR 65,100 for three years under the Code B fee table. The page also shows INR 1.01 Lakhs when estimated Delhi visits are added. Check the official fee notice before payment, because visit cost depends on your travel plan.

Can I get a scholarship or fee help?▾

Yes, but it depends on category, income and the portal that accepts your papers. The calculator above shows possible help from INR 15,000 to INR 65,100. Keep income proof, category proof and admission proof ready, then confirm the final amount with DTU.

What happens if I miss document check?▾

You can lose the seat if you miss the document check or fee date. DTU asked selected Mechanical candidates to report with NOC, marksheets, certificates and admission fee in the last cycle. Keep originals ready early, because part-time students have extra work papers.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 24, 2026

DTU: 2 Answered Questions

Should I opt for DTU mechanical or IIIT Delhi CSE?

Sanjana KapoorLives in New Delhi

The choice depends on what matters the most to you.

If placements, faculty and research opportunities are your top most priority, choose IIIT Delhi CSE. In this respect, IIITD CSE beats DTU Mechanical by a large margin. But if you want the best of campus, college environment, cultural fests and brand name, DTU Mechanical is a much better choice.

I would personally recommend IIIT Delhi, as it offers top notch placements. But if you’re truly passionate about Mechanical, choose that branch. Do not take your interest for granted while choosing your branch/degree.

Are courses in DTU and NSIT flexible? Can students from lower branches study a minor in C.S. easily?

Akriti Banerjeelives in New Delhi

As an NSUT student, the new CBCS (choice based credit system) allows you to choose your fields of study. This makes for more flexible courses. Also, NSUT has an excellent coding environment which will help you for your minor in Computer Science. Many students over there pursue coding, despite being from a branch other than IT/COE.

In DTU, you will have electives starting from 5th semester.These are department and general electives. IIIT Delhi offers the most flexible courses. Other than some fixed category credits, all the subjects are choice based.

Thus, in terms of providing flexible courses, this is the order of preference- IIITD> NSUT>DTU.

View All Questions and Answers

Comments

No Comments To Show

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWS LETTER

COLLEGE NOTIFICATIONS

EXAM NOTIFICATIONS

NEWS UPDATES

Download the Collegedunia app on

DTU Latest Updates and News

About DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Fees

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Admission Dates

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Eligibility

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Admission Process

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Cutoff

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Placements

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Scholarships

DTU Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Ranking

Should you pick Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) at DTU?

Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Admission Dates 2027

DTU Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Fees 2027

Will your score get you a Ph.D. seat at DTU?

DTU Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) Scholarship Calculator

Delhi Technological University Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) vs similar colleges

FAQs on DTU Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering)

DTU: 2 Answered Questions

Should I opt for DTU mechanical or IIIT Delhi CSE?

Are courses in DTU and NSIT flexible? Can students from lower branches study a minor in C.S. easily?

Comments

Are You Interested in this College?

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWS LETTER