IIT Dharwad MS Admissions 2024 is currently open. The last date to apply for the MS program is May 15, 2024. The institute will announce the shortlisted candidates list from May onwards. IIT Dharwad conducts entrance tests and personal interviews to allow admission to the MS program. The test and interview are scheduled to be held from May 18, 2024, to June 06, 2024. 

IIT Dharwad offers an MS program for a duration of 2 years. Candidates must have a qualifying degree in BTech/ BE/ MCA/ MSc with a minimum of 60% marks to be eligible for this course. Along with this, a valid GATE score is also required. This program is offered under different categories such as Teaching Assistantship (TA), Financial Assistantship, CSR, Project Assistantship, and External (EX) schemes. The total fee charged by the institute for the MS program is INR 68,500 for the general candidates and INR 63,500 for the SC/ ST/ PwD candidates. 

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IIT Dharwad MS Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for MS admission at IIT Dharwad, candidates must fulfill certain eligibility requirements set by the institute. Given below is the table that contains the IIT Dharwad MS eligibility for each department:

Department Eligibility
Computer Science and Engineering BTech/ BE in Computer Science and Engineering or other branches or MCA or MSc in Computer Science; Valid GATE scores 
Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering BTech/ BE in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or any related stream; Valid GATE scores 
Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering BTech/ BE in Mechanical Engineering or Materials and Metallurgical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or other related streams; Valid GATE scores 

NOTE: Candidates who have B.Tech. or equivalent degree from IITs or BS degree from IISc with minimum CPI/CGPA of 8.0 are exempted from the requirement of GATE scores. 

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IIT Dharwad MS Selection Criteria

On fulfilling the minimum requirements, the eligible candidates are invited for the first round of interviews through video conferencing. After the first round interview, the shortlisted candidates will be called for the seond round interviews. IIT Dharwad will display a merit list of the candidates and further will be called for the admission process. 

The IIT Dharwad MS Application process is as follows:

  • Read all the instructions given in the brochure carefully before filling up the application form.
  • Please note that the application is to be filled in one go. There is no save and proceed option.
  • pay the application fee through SBI e-collect facility.
  • Note down SBI e collect reference No
  • Start online application form.
  • Fill in all particulars including SBI e-collect reference No.
  • Take a print/ save a pdf copy of the preview of the completed application form
  • Final submission of application form
  • Note down the submission ID for future reference

Application fees: INR 200 (Gen/Gen (EWS)/OBC/ all other candidates), and INR 100 (Women/SC/ST/PwD category candidates)

Documents Required:

The Following Documents are Required for IIT Dharwad Admission Process.

  • Skype Id / Gmail Id for G-meet.
  • Passport-size photo whose size is less than 50 kb.
  • Educational details from secondary school onwards.
  • GATE qualification details.
  • Statement of Purpose (pdf file).
  • Proof of application fee payment (pdf file). 
  • List of fellowship/ awards Publications and any other achievements/information.

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IIT Dharwad MS Financial Assistance

IIT Dharwad offers financial support to the candidates admitted to three of the departments of the MS program. For more details, check out the table given below:

Department Categrories Stipend
Computer Science, and Engineering Teaching Assistantship, Project Assistantship, and External INR 25,000; additional HRA
Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering INR 31,000; 16% HRA
Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering Teaching Assistantship, and Project Assistantship NA

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FAQS

Ques.What is the grading system followed by the IIT Dharwad MS program?

Ans.IIT Dharwad follows a 10-point scale grade system for every course taken by the student, he/she is assigned a grade based on his/her combined performance in all the assessments.

Ques.Can IIT Dharwad cancel one’s admission to the MS Research program?

Ans.Yes, IIT Dharwad can cancel one’s admission to the MS Research program on the basis of below:

  • The registration of a student whose progress is not found to be satisfactory by the RPC or who has not enrolled is liable to be canceled.
  • The registration of a student who has not submitted his/ her thesis before the end of three years from the date of joining is liable to be canceled.

Ques.Can a research scholar take leaves during the MS program at IIT Dharwad?

Ans.A student may be permitted by the Dean (AP) to withdraw from the program for a semester or longer for health reasons or any other valid grounds if duly recommended by the RPC. 

Ques.Which Candidates will be permitted to participate in the Selection Process of the Institute?

Ans.Based on the information provided by the applicants, a list of eligible candidates called for the selection process will be declared on the Institute website on the date specified in the schedule. Only eligible candidates are permitted to participate in the selection process. 

Ques.Can the Person Working in Colleges or Universities be allowed to take admission under MS Program at IIT Dharwad?

Ans.No, The option of external registration is for applicants who are working in well-equipped scientific institutions, laboratories, R&D establishments, and industrial organizations engaged in research-based activities. Persons working in colleges/universities are NOT eligible under this category.

Ques.Does IIT Dharwad Provide any Financial Help to Students admitted Through Teaching Assistantship?

Ans.Yes, The assistantship is payable for a maximum duration of two and half years or till the date of defense whichever is earlier. At present, the monthly rate of assistantship is ₹12400. To get the Teaching Assistantship stipend, the students concerned must assist in teaching, research, and/or administrative work as assigned by the respective Academic Unit to the extent of 8 hours of work per week.