PhD Admission 2025 IIT Mandi – Humanities & Social Sciences (SHSS)- Apply Now!

PhD Admission 2025 at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), Himachal Pradesh

About

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi is inviting applications for its Ph.D. admission in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) for the Autumn Semester 2025. This prestigious program is designed for scholars interested in interdisciplinary and critical research in humanities and social sciences. SHSS offers a stimulating academic environment, collaborative opportunities, and access to highly experienced faculty.

Details

Position: PhD Scholar
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi
Location: Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India
Tenure: As per institute norms (generally 5 years with regular evaluation)
Salary: Institute fellowship or funding as per norms (based on GATE/NET qualifications)
Age Limit: Not specified

Research Area

Research areas include but are not limited to:

Literary Studies
Environmental Humanities
Gender Studies
Indian Philosophy
Political Thought
Development Studies
Applied and Experimental Psychology
Cultural Studies
Postcolonial Theory
Historical Anthropology
Modern Indian History

The program encourages interdisciplinary engagement, and applicants are advised to align their research interests with faculty expertise.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s Degree (M.A./M.Sc./M.Phil. or equivalent) in relevant disciplines such as English, Philosophy, History, Psychology, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, etc.
Minimum of 60% marks (or CGPA 6.5) for General/OBC category and 55% marks (or CGPA 6.0) for SC/ST/PwD candidates
Valid qualification in GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-JRF or equivalent national examination (wherever applicable)

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated research aptitude
Publications, academic writing samples
Familiarity with qualitative or quantitative research methodologies

Key Responsibilities

Conduct high-quality, original research in chosen area
Engage with faculty and peers in interdisciplinary collaboration
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
Participate in academic seminars, workshops, and conferences
Support teaching, mentoring, or academic activities as required

Application Process

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must apply online through the IIT Mandi admission portal: Click here

Important Dates (Tentative)

Start Date of Applications: 03rd April 2025 (from 09:00 AM IST)
Last Date for Application Submission: 25th April 2025 (till 05:30 PM IST)
Shortlisted Candidates Announcement: By 01st May 2025
Written Entrance Examination (Online): Between 05th and 06th May 2025
Online Interviews for Shortlisted Candidates: Between 15th and 16th May 2025

Note: All above-mentioned dates are tentative and may be changed at the discretion of the admissions committee.