IIT Gandhinagar · NIRF #18 Engineering
Ph.D. in Engineering at IIT Gandhinagar
Six years of deep research, real funding, and zero shortcuts at NIRF #18.
Key numbers
NIRF Engineering Rank
#18
Total Intake
60
Program Duration
6 Years
Placement Rate (2025)
70%
Investment
₹1.9L total
~₹0.3L per year
- Annual Academic Fee₹31,700per year
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
M.Tech/ME or equivalent in relevant discipline
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
70%
Top recruiters
Low Fee + Scholarship Support
The total program fee is just ₹1.9L across six years, and scholarship options are available. Between that and the built-in teaching assistantship, you’re looking at a research journey that won’t bury you in debt.
The verdict
Good fit
This is a solid pick if you’re genuinely research-obsessed and want the IIT tag without the Bombay/Delhi hype. The 6-year timeline and academic recruiter list make it clear: this is a launchpad for labs, faculty positions, and deep R&D—not a quick corporate pivot. Verify latest assistantship stipends directly with IITGN since our data confidence here is moderate.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Research & Academia
- ✓ Teaching & R&D Careers
- ✓ IIT Brand Value
Doesn't match
- ✗ Fast Corporate Entry
- ✗ High Starting Salary
- ✗ Short Degree Duration