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Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Part Time) at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad - A part-time doctoral research program offered by the Department of Civil Engineering. This program spans 5-6 years and focuses on advanced research in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and contemporary civil engineering applications. Designed for working professionals with minimum 2 years experience. Primary entrance exam: UGC-NET or GATE. Admission Status: PhD admission conducted on rolling basis. 2026-27: Applications April 4 - May 1, 2026; Interviews May 26-28, 2026; Merit list June 4, 2026; Joining July 1, 2026.

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Part-time program for professionals
Flexible schedule
Institute Assistantship available
Interdisciplinary research opportunities
Access to research facilities
Sandwich PhD program available

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IIT Dhanbad Latest Updates and News

21 May, 2026 IIT Dhanbad PhD Fee Structure 2026 is also out. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.22 Lakhs.

IITISM Ph.D (Civil Engineering) Fees

Fees: One-time admission fee Rs. 69,268 (UR/OBC-NCL/EWS) or Rs. 63,268 (SC/ST/PwD).

IITISM Ph.D (Civil Engineering) Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Applications	April 4 - May 1, 2026
Interviews	May 26-28, 2026
Merit list	June 4, 2026
Joining	July 1, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility: Master's in Civil Engineering or related discipline with 60% marks/CGPA 6.0, minimum 2 years professional experience, UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE qualification.

Admission Process

Admissions: Merit-based selection with online application, document verification, shortlisting, and personal interview.

Online application
document verification
shortlisting
interview
merit list
fee payment
physical admission
medical fitness

IITISM Ph.D (Civil Engineering) Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Type	Amount
Institute Assistantship (first 2 years)	Rs. 37,000/month
Institute Assistantship (3rd-5th year)	Rs. 42,000/month
Contingency grant	Rs. 30,000/annum

Scholarships: Institute Assistantship Rs. 37,000/month (first 2 years) or Rs. 42,000/month (3rd-5th year), Contingency grant Rs. 30,000/annum.

IITISM Ph.D (Civil Engineering) FAQs

Q1-Minimum qualification: Master's in Civil Engineering with 60% marks/CGPA 6.0.

Ans. Master's in Civil Engineering with 60% marks/CGPA 6.0.

Q2-Professional experience mandatory: Yes, minimum 2 years.

Ans. Yes, minimum 2 years.

Q3-Program duration: 5-6 years part-time.

Ans. 5-6 years part-time.

Q4-Research areas: Structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering.

Ans. Structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering.

Q5-Advantages: Continue career while pursuing research, flexible schedule.

Ans. Continue career while pursuing research, flexible schedule.

Q6-Career prospects: Researcher, faculty, civil engineer, consultant, academic positions.

Ans. Researcher, faculty, civil engineer, consultant, academic positions.

IIT Dhanbad Ph.D Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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