IIT Tirupati PhD admission 2026: documents and upload sizes
IIT Tirupati's Visvesvaraya PhD form (2026-27) closes on 23 October 2026 at 5 PM. Upload a photo up to 500KB, a signature up to 200KB, and every certificate, mark sheet and the SoP as a PDF up to 1024KB. Fee is Rs 400 or Rs 200, and you can pick at most three divisions.
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IIT Tirupati's Visvesvaraya PhD (Electronics and IT, Phase II) application is open from 15 October 2026, 12:00 PM, to 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM. The photo can be JPG, JPEG or PNG up to 500KB, the signature up to 200KB, and every certificate PDF up to 1024KB. Anything above these limits is the usual reason the form refuses a file.
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Document sizes for the IIT Tirupati PhD form
| Document | Format | File size (KB) | Dimensions | Other rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport size photo | JPG, JPEG, PNG | Up to 500 | Not listed | Recent passport photo |
| Signature | JPG, JPEG, PNG | Up to 200 | Not listed | Your own signature |
| 10th certificate | Up to 1024 | Not applicable | One file | |
| 12th / Diploma certificate | Up to 1024 | Not applicable | Or equivalent | |
| UG degree + mark sheet | Up to 1024 each | Not applicable | Degree certificate and consolidated mark sheet | |
| PG degree + mark sheet | Up to 1024 each | Not applicable | Degree certificate and consolidated mark sheet | |
| Community / PwD certificate | Up to 1024 each | Not applicable | Only if you claim it | |
| GATE / national exam score | PDF, JPG, JPEG | Up to 1024 each | Not applicable | Only the exams that apply to you |
| First page of a publication | PDF, JPG, JPEG | Up to 1024 each | Not applicable | Only if you have one |
| SoP / research proposal | Up to 1024 | Not applicable | Uploaded with the application |
Source: IIT Tirupati, Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Scheme 2026-27 admission page, Documents tab (2026).
Dates, fee and how many divisions you can pick
- Opens 15 October 2026, 12:00 PM. Closes 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Written test or interview, results and reporting dates: the institute says they will be updated soon.
- Application fee: Rs 400 for GEN, EWS and OBC-NCL men; Rs 200 for women in those categories and for SC, ST and PwD. It is non-refundable.
- You can apply to more than one division, but to three at most.
Prepare the files in four steps
- Scan every certificate. Use one PDF per document, not a photo of a photo.
- Check the size. Right-click the file and look at its size in KB; 1024KB is the ceiling.
- Shrink only what is over. Compress that PDF and open it again to make sure the text is still readable.
- Name files clearly. Use names like 10th_certificate.pdf, so you pick the right file on each upload row.
The most common mistake is combining the degree certificate and mark sheet into one file when the form has two separate rows. Upload them in their own rows. Our guide on compressing a PDF for upload explains how to shrink a scan without making it unreadable.
Which research areas are open?
The scheme page lists these areas. Computer Science and Engineering: Theoretical Computer Science, Microelectronics and VLSI, AI/ML, IoT and High-Performance Computing. Electrical Engineering: Microelectronics and VLSI, and Power Engineering. Physics: Photonics. A Statement of Purpose is mandatory with the form.
Is GATE or NET compulsory, and can I enter without NET?
It depends on your degree, and NET is only one of several accepted exams. The eligibility table for full-time admission says: an M.E, M.Tech or MS(R) in Engineering (and some IIT or CFTI integrated or dual degrees) needs no additional exam. A master's in the relevant sciences, humanities or management from any recognised university needs a National Level Eligibility Test such as GATE, UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, NBHM, INSPIRE or JEST, valid at the time of admission. A 4-year bachelor's from any recognised institute needs a minimum CGPA of 7.0 out of 10 (6.5 for EWS and OBC-NCL, 6.0 for SC, ST and PwD) plus a GATE score valid at admission.
A score alone does not guarantee entry: the selection committee calls eligible candidates for a written test (if any) and an interview. The page says nothing about backlogs; it sets CGPA minimums, so write to admissions@iittp.ac.in before you pay if you have one.
Part-time PhD for working professionals
Part-time candidates need the same educational qualification, but a GATE or NET score is not required. They must be employed in an industry, organisation or institution within commutable distance of IIT Tirupati, with at least two years of professional experience on the last date. They also upload proof of employment (ID card or latest salary statement) and a No-Objection Certificate or undertaking, each a PDF up to 1024KB.
Checklist before you submit
- Photo and signature are within 500KB and 200KB.
- All certificates are PDFs of 1024KB or less and open cleanly.
- SoP or research proposal is uploaded.
- Category certificate is attached if you claim a concession.
- You saved the payment reference number and printed the filled form.
- Self-attested copies of certificates are ready for reporting; admission is cancelled without them.
For queries, the institute lists admissions@iittp.ac.in and 0877 250 3532 (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days). A cleaner signature file is easy with the signature resizer; another institute's upload round is in our IIT BHU PG portal guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for IIT Tirupati PhD under the Visvesvaraya scheme 2026?
The online application closes on 23 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. It opened on 15 October 2026 at 12:00 PM.
What size should my photo, signature and certificates be?
The photo can be JPG, JPEG or PNG up to 500KB and the signature the same formats up to 200KB. Certificates and mark sheets are PDFs up to 1024KB each, and exam scores such as GATE can be PDF, JPG or JPEG up to 1024KB each. The page lists no pixel size.
Is there an application fee?
Yes: Rs 400 for GEN, EWS and OBC-NCL male candidates, and Rs 200 for women in those categories and for SC, ST and PwD candidates. It is not refunded.
How many divisions can I apply to?
You can apply to more than one division, with a maximum of three.
Is GATE compulsory for the Visvesvaraya PhD at IIT Tirupati?
Not for every route. A master's in engineering such as M.E or M.Tech needs no additional exam, while a science, humanities or management master's from any recognised university needs a national-level test such as GATE, UGC-NET or CSIR-NET. Part-time candidates do not need a score.
Which areas can I pick?
The scheme page lists Computer Science and Engineering (Theoretical Computer Science, Microelectronics and VLSI, AI/ML, IoT, High-Performance Computing), Electrical Engineering (Microelectronics and VLSI, Power Engineering) and Physics (Photonics).
Is part-time PhD possible for working professionals?
Yes, if you are employed within commutable distance of IIT Tirupati and have two years of professional experience on the last date. Proof of employment and an NOC or undertaking must be uploaded.
Sources
- IIT Tirupati: Admissions under Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Scheme 2026-27 (checked 2026-10)
- IIT Tirupati website (checked 2026-10)
- IIT Tirupati: PhD online application portal linked from the page (checked 2026-10)
Rules and limits change. Always check the latest official notification or portal before you submit a form.