M.S.(R) Admission 2023-24 Semester II

M.S.(R) admission will be offered based on the merit list prepared using valid GATE score (70% weightage) and marks obtained in the written test (30% weightage). Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for an online written test. There will be no interviews. The details on written test is provided below. GATE score other than Mechanical Engineering will not be considered. The eligibility criteria are available here

List of shortlisted candidates for MS(R) admission test is available here

The letter sent to shortlisted candidates with instructions for written test is available here

PhD Admission 2023-24 Semester II

The detailed evaluation criterion along with the required documents supporting the evaluation, can be obtained from our websiteAll Ph.D. candidates need to appear for an online written test and an online/offline interviews. The details of written test and interviews are provided below.

List of selected candidates for Ph.D. admission is available here

List of shortlisted candidates for Ph.D. admission test is available here

The letter sent to shortlisted Ph.D. candidates with instructions for written test and interviews is available here

Written test for MS(R) and Ph.D. admission

MS(R) and Ph.D. applicants are required to appear for an online written examination using CodeTantra platform.

Date of written tests: 16 November 2023, 9:30 AM – 11:45 AM. Please join at least 15 minutes before the start time.

Invitation letter for written test is already emailed to the shortlisted candidates.

The list of shortlisted candidates for written test is available in this link

Shortlisting criteria for the written test is available in this link

Invitation letter for appearing the written test is available here

Note: Candidates are advised to come a day prior to the written test.

This test will comprise compulsory sections on Applied Mathematics and Basic English, followed by another section based on your first choice of the stream
Fluid and Thermal Sciences (FTS)
Manufacturing Sciences (MFS)
Robotics and Automation (RA)
Solid Mechanics and Design (SMD)
The syllabus for the written test is available here

Note: Please note your application reference number. You will need to enter this on your answer sheet during the written test.

Please indicate your choice of paper by filling out this Google form on or before 10 November 2023.

Registration/Mock Test on CodeTantra: Your email id and contact details have been shared with them for the account registration process. Once accounts are registered, an OTP mail will be delivered to your registered email id from This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . You need to follow the instructions mentioned in the OTP mail to set the password for your account and login. To make you feel comfortable with the test taking platform, an AI proctored mock test will be opened. Please feel free to contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. in case of any related queries during the mock exam.

Mock Test timings: 09:00 AM on 9th Nov 2023 to 07:00 PM on 15th Nov 2023

Technical Interviews for Ph.D. admission

All Ph.D. applicants are required to appear for interviews conducted either online or offline based on your preferred mode. The schedule for interviews is as follows:

• Online mode: 16 November 2023 (12 Noon onward)
• Offline mode: 17 November 2023 (reporting time: 9 AM, place: ME Department)

Please indicate your choice of online/offline interviews by filling out this Google form on or before 10 November 2023. For the technical interviews, please remain available for the entire day, and plan your journey accordingly in case you are appearing for the offline mode of interviews. Please note that the interview will be technical. Questions will be broad based as well as in specialization indicated in your application.

Documents needed

For admission, we require your certificates, marksheets and project reports of the bachelor’s and master’s (if any) degrees. Kindly email the following documents (if not already uploaded with the application), in support of your application, to the Convener DPGC, ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) on or before November 15, 2023 (mention your application number in the subject of the email):

1. Scanned copies of certificates and mark sheet of the Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degrees (if any)

2. GATE score card. Students with only Bachelor's Degree in Engineering must submit an original GATE scorecard (exempted for Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from CFTI's).

3. Scanned copy of certificate supporting your category, if you belong to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, or PH category

4. No objection certificate for candidates who are presently employed

5. Sponsorship certificate from your parent institute/organization if you have applied under the sponsored scheme

In addition to the above documents, Ph.D. applicants must also email:

1. Statement of research (1-2 Pages)
2. Abstract of Master’s thesis/bachelor project (not more than 1 page)
3. GATE score card (if any)
4. Two reference letters (Email has been sent to the referees that you have submitted in your application for submitting recommendation online. Please inform the referees to check their email, including junk/spam folders)

TA reimbursement: For Ph.D. admissions (where an interview is a must), the to-and-fro second class or sleeper class railway fare or ordinary bus fare will be reimbursed to all SC/ST/PwD candidates who will be appearing for the test/interview in person. The candidates will have to produce tickets for obtaining reimbursement.

Dr. Santanu De
Convener, Department Postgraduate Committee (DPGC)
Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Kanpur
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OR

Mr. Anil Kumar Arya
Junior Superintendent
IIT Kanpur
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Phone: 0512-2597627