Can you join the IIT Delhi Ph.D. at any time?

Yes, through the department, centre or school research committee, with approval of the Dean, Academics. Data Sources: IIT Delhi Prospectus 2026-27.

Do IIT Delhi courses include joint degrees with foreign universities?

Yes. IIT Delhi offers joint Ph.D. degrees with the University of Queensland, NYCU Taiwan and Sorbonne University. There is also a joint M.Sc. in Biological Science with Sorbonne. Data Sources: IIT Delhi Prospectus 2026-27.

Does IIT Delhi offer an Integrated M.Sc?

No. The M.Sc at IIT Delhi is a 2-year programme in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Economics, Cognitive Science or Biological Sciences. The Chemistry department separately runs a four-year B.S., admitted through JEE Advanced. Data Sources: IIT Delhi postgraduate programmes https://academics.iitd.ac.in/postgraduate-programs/ .

Does IIT Delhi offer a B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence?

No. IIT Delhi's B.Tech list names 15 branches and none of them is Artificial Intelligence. At undergraduate level you study AI through Computer Science and Engineering or through Mathematics and Computing. The School of Artificial Intelligence admits at M.Tech, MS Research and PhD level only. Data Sources: IIT Delhi B.Tech programmes https://academics.iitd.ac.in/b-tech/ .

Are IIT Delhi online courses equal to a full degree?

No. They are short certificate and diploma programmes from the Continuing Education Programme office, not a substitute for the B.Tech or M.Tech. IIT Delhi announced three in September 2026: an Executive Certificate in Agentic AI Systems, an Online Post Graduate Diploma in VLSI Design, and an Executive Programme in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Batch 3 . Data Sources: IIT Delhi homepage https://home.iitd.ac.in/ .

What is the IIT Delhi courses eligibility for the B.Tech?

A qualifying JEE Advanced rank in your category, plus the exam's Class 12 marks criterion. Both apply together. Data Sources: JoSAA 2026 https://josaa.nic.in/ .

IIT Delhi Courses 2026: Full List, Eligibility and Duration

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IIT Delhi Courses 2026

IIT Delhi courses fall into three groups: undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral. The IIT Delhi UG courses are the B.Tech, Dual Degree, B.S. and B.Des. The IIT Delhi PG courses are the M.Tech., M.Sc., MBA and several other degrees. You enter these IIT Delhi courses through different exams, so start with the exam and then pick the course.

IIT Delhi courses 2026 follow a new curriculum that has run since 2025-26, with more hands-on work and more choice.

B.Tech branches

Four years, JEE Advanced and JoSAA

M.Tech. specialisations

Two years, GATE

Departments

Plus 9 centres and 6 schools

How many courses does IIT Delhi offer?

IIT Delhi offers more than 11 degree types, with 15 B.Tech branches and 42 M.Tech. specialisations. The IIT Delhi degree courses also include a PG Diploma, a joint M.Sc. with Sorbonne and joint Ph.D. degrees. The courses in IIT Delhi are not open to every exam route, so check the entry exam in the list below.

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IIT Delhi Courses List 2026

The IIT Delhi courses list below names each degree, its areas and the exam you need. This IIT Delhi courses list covers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral degrees. It leaves out short certificate programmes, which sit under IIT Delhi online courses. IIT Delhi courses for undergraduates need JEE Advanced or UCEED. IIT Delhi courses for postgraduates need GATE, JAM, CEED or CAT.

Course	Areas	Entry through
B.Tech.	15 branches	JEE Advanced and JoSAA
Dual Degree (B.Tech. and M.Tech.)	Chemical, CSE, Mathematics and Computing	JEE Advanced and JoSAA
B.S.	Chemistry	JEE Advanced and JoSAA
B.Des.	Design	UCEED
M.Tech.	42 specialisations	GATE
M.Sc.	Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, Biological Science, Cognitive Science	JAM; GATE for Cognitive Science
M.Des.	Industrial Design	CEED
MBA	General; Telecommunication Systems Management	CAT
Executive MBA	Part-time, evening classes	Written test and interview
M.S.(R.)	Research degree in engineering and science units	GATE or written test
M.P.P., M.A.	Public Policy; Culture, Society and Thought	Written test or interview
Ph.D.	All departments, centres and schools	Written test or interview

The 15 B.Tech branches are Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, and Electrical (Power and Automation). The rest are Energy, Engineering and Computational Mechanics, Engineering Physics, Materials, Mathematics and Computing, Mechanical, Production and Industrial, Textile and Design. The B.Tech in Design uses JEE Advanced, with UCEED as a qualification. Most IIT Delhi courses sit under a department, a centre or a school, and every one of those units offers a Ph.D.

What B.S. courses does IIT Delhi offer?

IIT Delhi offers one B.S. course, in Chemistry. You enter it through JEE Advanced and JoSAA, like the B.Tech. In JoSAA 2026, the B.S. Chemistry Open closing rank was 8,823 for gender-neutral seats.

Which course is the best course in IIT Delhi?

IIT Delhi does not rank its courses. The best courses in IIT Delhi for you depend on your rank and interest. Computer Science and Engineering closes at the lowest rank, 128 in JoSAA 2026, which shows the highest demand. Read the IIT Delhi cutoff page for every branch.

Does IIT Delhi offer a B.Tech in AI?

No. The IIT Delhi B.Tech list has no AI branch. The Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence is one of the six schools. IIT Delhi PG courses cover intelligent systems in M.Tech. specialisations such as Machine Intelligence and Data Science, and Computing and Intelligent System Engineering.

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Certificate Programme in Cloud Computing and DevOps (CEP)

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This certificate programme from IIT Delhi builds practical capability in digital transformation and technology management. It is aimed at mid-level and senior professionals looking to upskill without a career break.

Total fees: ₹1.5 L
Duration: 6 months
Level: PG

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M.S. (Research) in Transportation Safety (TRY - TRIP-C)

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MS (Research)

A research-focused master's programme at IIT Delhi in Transportation Safety, where students work under a faculty supervisor on an original thesis. Coursework in infrastructure design, structures, water resources and environmental systems supports the research and prepares graduates for R&D careers or a Ph.D.

Total fees: ₹1.6 L
Duration: 2 years
Level: PG

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M.Tech. in Cyber Security (JCS)

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MTech/ME

This two-year M.Tech at IIT Delhi trains students in network security, cryptography and digital forensics through advanced courses and a project-based thesis. It suits graduates aiming at specialised engineering or research careers.

Total fees: ₹1.6 L
Duration: 2 years
Level: PG

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M.Tech. in Transportation Safety (TRIP-Centre)

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MTech/ME

A postgraduate engineering programme at IIT Delhi specialising in Transportation Safety, covering infrastructure design, structures, water resources and environmental systems. It includes coursework, laboratory work and a master's thesis.

Total fees: ₹1.6 L
Duration: 2 years
Level: PG

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Senior Leadership Programme (CEP)

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CEP

An executive education course at IIT Delhi that strengthens knowledge of strategy, leadership and general management. Faculty-led sessions and applied assignments equip participants for larger responsibilities.

Total fees: ₹3.5 L
Duration: 6 months
Level: PG

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IIT Delhi Online Courses

IIT Delhi online courses are short certificate and diploma programmes, not online degrees. The Continuing Education Programme runs these IIT Delhi online courses. IIT Delhi says it now offers Online Post Graduate Diploma programmes through that office. The B.Tech, M.Tech. and MBA degrees are full-time IIT Delhi courses on campus.

Does IIT Delhi offer online courses for working professionals?

Yes, through IIT Delhi online courses from the Continuing Education Programme and through part-time degrees. The Executive MBA runs in the evening for people with at least 3 years of work experience. Part-time M.Tech. needs an employer's No Objection Certificate, and the employer must be within 50 km of IIT Delhi. Read the current list of certificate programmes on the CEP site at cepqip.iitd.ac.in, because batches and dates change.

IIT Delhi Courses Eligibility Criteria

IIT Delhi courses eligibility depends on the degree, and the M.Tech., M.Des., MBA and Ph.D. need 60% marks or a 6.0 CGPA. The marks below are for General, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates. IIT Delhi UG courses need a Class 12 pass, and IIT Delhi PG courses need a bachelor's or master's degree. SC, ST and PwD candidates get a relaxation of 5% marks or 0.5 CGPA in the qualifying degree.

B.Tech, Dual Degree and B.S.: a place in the top 2,50,000 of JEE Main and a JEE Advanced rank. You also need 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC, ST and PwD). A place in your board's top 20 percentile also qualifies.
B.Des.: a UCEED score. You can apply in any Class 12 stream if you passed in 2026 or appear in 2027.
M.Tech.: a four-year engineering degree or a relevant M.Sc. with 60% or 6.0 CGPA and a valid GATE score.
M.Sc.: 55% or 5.5 CGPA, with the subject rules of each programme, and a JAM score.
M.Des.: a relevant degree with 60% or 6.0 CGPA, a valid CEED score and an interview.
MBA: a three-year bachelor's degree with 60% or 6.0 CGPA and a valid CAT score. The department then holds a personal interview.
Executive MBA: the same degree and marks, and 3 years of work experience.
Ph.D.: a master's degree with 60% or 6.0 CGPA. If you do not hold an M.Tech. or equivalent, you also need a valid GATE, JEST or CEED score or a national fellowship.

IIT Delhi advertises its PG courses every March and October, so watch the admissions page before each cycle.

What is the eligibility for the IIT Delhi MBA?

You need a bachelor's degree of three years or more with 60% or 6.0 CGPA. You also need a valid IIT Delhi MBA CAT score. The MBA in Telecommunication Systems Management accepts engineering, science, commerce and economics graduates. Selection is by personal interview.

Can you join IIT Delhi courses without JEE?

Yes. IIT Delhi courses such as the B.Des need UCEED, the M.Tech. needs GATE, the M.Des. needs CEED and the M.Sc. needs JAM. Only the B.Tech, Dual Degree and B.S. need JEE Advanced.

IIT Delhi Courses Fees

IIT Delhi courses fees start at Rs 7,500 a semester for the M.Sc. and reach Rs 3,00,000 a semester for the full-time MBA. The table shows the tuition fee for the 2026 entry year. Tuition is charged per semester, so a longer course costs more in total. The IIT Delhi fees page gives hostel, exam and other charges for these courses in IIT Delhi.

Course	Tuition fee per semester
B.Tech., B.Des., B.S., Dual Degree	Rs 1,00,000
M.Sc., M.A.	Rs 7,500
M.Tech., M.S.(R.), M.Des. and M.P.P. with assistantship	Rs 17,500
Ph.D. full time	Rs 7,500
MBA full time	Rs 3,00,000

Do all IIT Delhi courses cost the same?

No. Tuition for IIT Delhi courses changes with the degree and, for the B.Tech, with family income. Families with income of Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh pay one third of the B.Tech tuition. Families below Rs 1 lakh and all SC, ST and PwD students pay none. The Dual Degree tuition falls to Rs 17,500 a semester from the ninth semester.

IIT Delhi Courses Duration

IIT Delhi courses duration is four years for the B.Tech and B.S., and five years for the Dual Degree. The IIT Delhi PG courses run for two years. The Ph.D. takes longer, and the time depends on your research.

Course	Duration	Source
B.Tech., B.S.	4 years	JoSAA 2026
Dual Degree	5 years	JoSAA 2026
M.Tech., M.Sc., M.Des., MBA, M.A.	2 years	IIT Delhi academics site
Ph.D.	Typically 3 to 6 years	IIT Delhi academics site

Plan the cost of your IIT Delhi degree courses around these durations, since each semester carries its own fee.

How long is the IIT Delhi B.Tech?

The IIT Delhi B.Tech is a four-year course with eight semesters. It is the longest of the IIT Delhi UG courses except the Dual Degree. The Dual Degree is a five-year course and gives a B.Tech. and an M.Tech. together. IIT Delhi has not published the length of the B.Des on a page read for this guide, so check the UCEED brochure.

How long does the IIT Delhi Ph.D. take?

The Ph.D. is the longest of the IIT Delhi courses and typically takes 3 to 6 years, as per the academics site. You can join at any time of the year, and your course registration starts in the next semester. The Department of Management Studies runs its Ph.D. as a 4-year course with an option to finish in 3, up to a maximum of 7 years.

Commonly asked questions

Answers to what readers ask most often.

Q: Does IIT Delhi have an undergraduate course in management?

No. The MBA is a postgraduate course through CAT and an interview. The IIT Delhi UG courses are the B.Tech, Dual Degree, B.S. and B.Des. Data Sources: IIT Delhi Prospectus 2026-27.

Q: Is the M.Sc. among the IIT Delhi courses an integrated course?

No. The M.Sc. is a two-year course through JAM. The only B.S. is in Chemistry. Data Sources: IIT Delhi academics site and IIT Delhi Prospectus 2026-27.

Q: Which of the IIT Delhi courses need a GATE score?

The M.Tech. needs GATE, with 60% or 6.0 CGPA in your degree. IIT and other CFTI students with 8.0 CGPA or more can get a waiver. Data Sources: IIT Delhi Prospectus 2026-27.

Q: Is the M.S.(R.) one of the IIT Delhi courses?

Yes. This IIT Delhi courses option is a research degree with less coursework than the M.Tech. Entry follows the M.Tech. rules. Data Sources: IIT Delhi Prospectus 2026-27.

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