IIT Kanpur Vacancy- PG & PhD Admissions for Chemical Science Graduates | Apply Now
Are you looking for IIT Kanpur PG Admissions 2026 or planning to apply for a PhD admission in a top institute? IIT Kanpur has announced admissions for MTech, MS, MDes, and PhD programmes for the July 2026 session. This is a great opportunity for students aiming for IIT Kanpur vacancy openings in research and higher education, especially those interested in Chemical Science careers and advanced technical fields.
About IIT Kanpur
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is a leading institution known for excellence in education, research, and innovation. Located in Kanpur, it offers world-class facilities and a dynamic academic environment. Established in 1959, IIT Kanpur provides diverse programs including PG and PhD admission across engineering, science, and interdisciplinary fields. It is a top choice for students seeking opportunities in IIT Kanpur vacancy roles and research-based careers. The institute is especially strong in areas like Chemical Science careers, advanced technology, and innovation-driven learning, attracting students from across India.
Programmes Offered
Applications are invited for admission to the July 2026 semester in the following programmes:
M Tech
- Aerospace Engineering
- Unmanned Aerial Systems Engineering
- Biological Sciences & Bioengineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Cognitive Systems
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Earth Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- Intelligent Systems
- Interdisciplinary Programme on Materials Science
- Kotak School of Sustainability
- Management Sciences
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Photonics Science and Engineering
- Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering
- Sustainable Energy Engineering
MS (BY RESEARCH)
- Aerospace Engineering (only in Aerodynamics, Flight Mechanics, Propulsion and Structures)
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering (only in Environmental Engineering, Structural Engineering)
- Cognitive Science
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Intelligent Systems
- Mechanical Engineering
- Photonics Science & Engineering
- Sustainable Energy Engineering
M Tech/MS (BY RESEARCH) in Cybersecurity
Only for Sponsored / Part-Time / External Candidate (without financial assistantship)
M Des
- Design
PhD
- Aerospace Engineering
- Biological Sciences & Bioengineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Cognitive Science
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Design
- Earth Sciences
- Economic Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- Humanities and Social Sciences [English, Fine Arts, Philosophy, Psychology & Sociology]
- Intelligent Systems
- Interdisciplinary Programme on Materials Science
- Kotak School of Sustainability
- Management Sciences
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Photonics Science and Engineering
- Physics
- Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering
- Statistics
- Sustainable Energy Engineering
General Information
Detailed information on PG programmes offered at IIT Kanpur is available at: PG Manual
Indian Candidates:
- Reservations [EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/DAP] shall apply as per Government of India (GoI) norms.
- Students who are in the final year of their programme (likely to finish by July 27, 2026) may also apply for provisional admission.
- Financial support (Institute Assistantship/Scholarship) will be provided to non-sponsored PhD, MTech and MS (By Research), M.Des students.
Withdrawn from the Programme:
- The last date to withdraw from the offered programme after payment of fees with a deduction of ₹2500/- is July 15, 2026.
- Withdrawal requests after this date will incur a deduction of 25% of the total fees paid.
- Withdrawal after reporting to the Institute requires a formal application addressed to the SPGC and duly signed by the DPGC and Supervisor (if assigned).
- Refunds will be processed as per DOSA norms and begin after August 24, 2026.
- Withdrawal requests must be submitted through the link: Withdrawal Request Form
Documents Required for Withdrawal Request
- Signed application for withdrawal, including details like Application Number, Department, Programme, and Amount Paid.
- Fee payment receipt.
- Bank details (Name, Branch, IFSC Code, Account Number, Address).
- Photocopy of the front page of the passbook.
Foreign Nationals:
For assistance related to foreign national applications, contact the Office of International Relations (OIR): OIR Contact. The last date for online applications under these categories is April 13, 2026. Further information is available at: Important Links
How To Apply
- The online application portal will be available from March 19, 2026, 02:00 PM to April 13, 2026, 02:00 PM. Visit the “Important Links” page to access it.
- MTech / M Des / MS (By Research) / PhD / Programme: Register and submit applications through the “apply online” page.
- The application fee is Rs. 500 for General, EWS, OBC, and OBC-NCL candidates and Rs. 250 for SC/ST and all DAP candidates. The fee is waived for ‘Foreign National’ category candidates.
- Application Fees are Non-Refundable.
- A separate application form is required for each programme or department.
