when will the admission process for Phd JAN 2026 begin for humanities and social sciences department.
PhD Admissions in Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) – IIT Madras
Session: January 2026
The admission cycle for the PhD program in the Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) Department at IIT Madras for the January 2026 session will run from April 4, 2025, to October 31, 2025.
Key Dates
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Application Portal Opens (for all MS & PhD research programs): March 1, 2025
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Application Window for Jan 2026 Session: April 4, 2025 – October 31, 2025
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Selection Process: Written tests and/or interviews conducted by the department after applications close
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Admissions Cycle: HSS offers PhD admissions twice a year – January and July
Application Process
Applicants must apply online through the official IIT Madras Research Admission Portal: research.iitm.ac.in. Applications are valid only when submitted during the specified admission window.
Summary
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | March 1, 2025 |
| Application period (Jan 2026) | April 4 – Oct 31, 2025 |
| Admission session begins | January 2026 |
Further Information
For detailed information on eligibility, areas of research, and selection guidelines, applicants are encouraged to check:
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The Research Admissions Office at IIT Madras:
resadmission@iitm.ac.in
If you are planning to apply for the January 2026 PhD intake at IIT Madras (HSS Department), the application window is from April 4 to October 31, 2025. The process is fully online, and shortlisted candidates will be invited for tests/interviews before final selection.