IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027
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PGEE is IIIT Hyderabad's computer-based test for M.Tech, MS by Research and PhD admission; Monsoon 2027 dates are not announced yet. The Postgraduate Entrance Examination (PGEE) was last held on 2 May 2026, for the Monsoon 2026 cycle.
The 2026 cycle covered five M.Tech programmes and research programmes in engineering, sciences and humanities, with exam centres in 28 states and union territories. M.Tech admission rests only on the written exam, while MS and PhD applicants also go through an on-campus interview.
PGEE at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | IIIT Hyderabad |
| Level | Postgraduate and research entrance |
| Purpose | M.Tech (2 years), MS by Research (2 years), PhD (5 years) |
| Mode | Computer-based: General Aptitude paper (90 minutes) and subject paper (90 minutes) |
| Sitting (2026 cycle) | 2 May 2026, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Negative marking | 25% in both papers |
| Application fee (2026) | Rs 3,100; non-refundable |
| Exam centres | Many cities; the 2026 list covers 28 states and union territories |
| Minimum marks | 60% or equivalent in the qualifying degree, for all programmes |
| Official website | pgadmissions.iiit.ac.in/pgee |
Important dates (Monsoon 2027 cycle)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit card | Not announced yet |
| Results and M.Tech seat allocation | Not announced yet |
| MS by Research and PhD interviews | Not announced yet |
Previous cycle: PGEE Monsoon 2026
| Event | Date (2026 cycle) |
|---|---|
| Application portal | 20 February to 5 April 2026 (the 31 March closing date was extended) |
| Admit cards released | 21 April 2026 |
| Entrance exam | 2 May 2026 |
| M.Tech result and round 1 | 9 May 2026; round 2 on 15 May, round 3 on 20 May, final round on 30 June 2026 |
| Research-admission exam result | 11 May 2026 |
| MS by Research interviews | 10 and 11 June 2026 |
| PhD interviews | 12 and 13 June 2026 |
| Interview results | 18 June 2026 |
Programmes (2026 cycle)
| Programme | Disciplines |
|---|---|
| M.Tech | Computer Science and Engineering; Computer Science and Information Security; Product Design and Management; Computer Aided Structural Engineering; VLSI and Semiconductor Technologies |
| MS by Research and PhD | Computer Science and Engineering; Electronics and Communication Engineering; Civil Engineering; Bioinformatics |
| PhD only | Computational Linguistics; Computational Natural Sciences; Spatial Informatics; Cognitive Science; Human Sciences |
Sources: PGEE Monsoon 2026 page; PGEE syllabus; M.Tech admission process; MS/PhD admission process. Checked on 5 October 2026.
Conducting Body
IIIT Hyderabad
Category
Other
Level
National
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application opens | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
| Application closes | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
| Exam date | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is from the PGEE Monsoon 2026 page; the 2027 rules are not published yet. Every programme needs at least 60% or equivalent in the qualifying degree.
| Programme | Qualifying degree | Papers |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech CSE, CSIS; MS/PhD CSE | B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech (all branches), 4-year B.S with Maths, M.Sc, MCA, MA (Maths) | CSE + General Aptitude |
| M.Tech PDM | Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Design or Science (4 years after Class 12), or Master's in Science or Computer Applications; one year of product-development experience or internship is recommended | CSE + General Aptitude |
| M.Tech CASE | B.E/B.Tech in Civil or Mechanical Engineering | Civil + General Aptitude |
| M.Tech VLSI | B.E/B.Tech/4-year B.S in ECE, EEE, Electronics and Instrumentation, Telecommunication, Electrical or Power Electronics; M.Sc in Electronics or Physics | ECE + General Aptitude |
| MS/PhD ECE | Same degrees as CSE | ECE + General Aptitude |
| MS/PhD Civil | B.E/B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, CSE, ECE or EEE; 4-year B.S with Maths | Civil + General Aptitude |
| MS/PhD Bioinformatics | M.Sc in fundamental sciences; B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech/4-year B.S in CS, IT, Biotech, Bioinformatics or BioMed; MCA | General Aptitude |
| PhD Computational Linguistics | Same degrees as CSE | General Aptitude |
| PhD Computational Natural Sciences | M.Sc in fundamental sciences; M.E/M.Tech/B.E/B.Tech in CS, IT, Biotech, Bioinformatics or BioMed; MCA; 4-year B.S with Maths | General Aptitude |
| PhD Spatial Informatics | M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc (all branches), MCA, MA (Geography) | General Aptitude |
| PhD Cognitive Science | B.E/B.Tech, 4-year B.S, MBBS, MD, MA, M.Sc or M.Tech in Cognitive Science, Psychology, Linguistics, Philosophy, Sciences or related disciplines | General Aptitude |
| PhD Human Sciences | Master's in any Humanities, Social Science, Science or Technology discipline; B.E/B.Tech | No exam |
- SAARC country nationals are eligible and are treated on par with Indian nationals.
- An applicant applies for one mode only: M.Tech, or MS/PhD.
- PhD applicants with a high GATE score can be shortlisted directly for interview; a CFTI graduate with a GPA of 7 or more out of 10 can be shortlisted for PhD interviews without PGEE after internal screening.
Source: PGEE Monsoon 2026 page and MS/PhD admission process (2026 cycle).
Exam Pattern
PGEE has two computer-based papers. The page does not state question counts or marks.
| Paper | Duration | Content |
|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude | 90 minutes | Basic aptitude, logical reasoning and basic questions on computers and mathematics |
| Subject paper (CSE, ECE or Civil, by graduation discipline) | 90 minutes | Engineering Mathematics plus the discipline syllabus |
| Total | 3 hours | 2 May 2026: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
- Negative marking: 25% for wrong answers in both papers.
- Programmes needing only the General Aptitude paper: Bioinformatics, Computational Linguistics, Computational Natural Sciences, Spatial Informatics and Cognitive Science; Human Sciences has no exam.
- M.Tech admission is based solely on the written exam (General Aptitude and subject test).
- MS by Research and PhD applicants have an additional on-campus interview.
- Language of the paper: not stated on the PGEE pages.
Source: PGEE syllabus page and PGEE Monsoon 2026 page (2026 cycle).
Syllabus
General Aptitude
- Basic aptitude, logical reasoning, basic questions on computers and mathematics
Engineering Mathematics (common to CSE, ECE and Civil)
- Linear Algebra: matrices, rank, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors
- Calculus: integration, differentiation, limits, continuity, series convergence, maxima and minima, mean value theorem, partial derivatives, ordinary differential equations, initial and boundary value problems
Computer Science and Engineering
- Digital Logic; C Programming; Data Structures; Basic Algorithms and Problem Solving
- Discrete Mathematics and Probability Theory; Relational Databases (functional dependencies, SQL); Computer Networks; Operating Systems
Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Networks Theory; Signals and Systems; Electronic Devices; Analog Circuits
- Digital Electronics and CMOS Circuits; Analog and Digital Communication; Probability and Random Processes
Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering: solid mechanics, structural analysis, concrete structures, steel structures
- Hydraulics and Water Resources Engineering
- Other maths topics: Laplace and Fourier transforms
Source: PGEE syllabus (updated February 2026).
How to Apply for IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027
Steps follow the PGEE Monsoon 2026 pages; the 2027 steps will be published when the portal opens.
- Log in to the IIIT Hyderabad admissions portal and open Postgraduate, then PGEE-M.Tech or PGEE-MS/PhD. Apply for one mode only.
- Fill the application form and pay the Rs 3,100 application fee (non-refundable).
- Download the admit card when released and take the computer-based exam.
- M.Tech: results and seat-allocation rounds follow. To accept a seat, pay the Rs 10,000 admission fee (non-refundable) plus Rs 2,50,000 first-semester tuition, Rs 2,60,000 in all (2026-27).
- MS by Research and PhD: shortlisted candidates attend a subject interview on campus, and results follow the interviews.
| Item (2026-27) | Amount |
|---|---|
| PGEE application fee | Rs 3,100 |
| M.Tech tuition | Rs 5,00,000 per year; no stipend from the Institute (GATE/CEED scholars get a stipend as per AICTE norms) |
| MS by Research tuition | Rs 60,000 per year; stipend Rs 6,000 to Rs 16,000 per month (Rs 16,000 in the first semester) |
| PhD tuition | Rs 60,000 per year; stipend Rs 31,000 to Rs 35,000 per month, or Rs 37,000 to Rs 42,000 through the AICTE Doctoral Fellowship for GATE/NET-qualified students |
- Hostel and mess are extra: about Rs 6,000 and Rs 5,000 per month on the fee page (the M.Tech page says about Rs 50,000 per semester).
Source: PGEE Monsoon 2026 page, M.Tech process and fee page (2026 cycle).
Apply online on the official portal: https://admportal.iiit.ac.in/admissions.php
Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027?
IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027 is conducted by IIIT Hyderabad.
What is the eligibility for IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027?
Eligibility is from the PGEE Monsoon 2026 page; the 2027 rules are not published yet. Every programme needs at least 60% or equivalent in the qualifying degree. Programme Qualifying degree Papers M.Tech CSE, CSIS; MS/PhD CSE B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech (all branches), 4-year B.S with Maths, M.Sc, MCA, MA (Maths) CSE + General Aptitude M.Tech PDM Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Design or Science (4 years after Class 12), or Master's in Science or Computer Applications; one year of…
What is the exam pattern of IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027?
PGEE has two computer-based papers. The page does not state question counts or marks. Paper Duration Content General Aptitude 90 minutes Basic aptitude, logical reasoning and basic questions on computers and mathematics Subject paper (CSE, ECE or Civil, by graduation discipline) 90 minutes Engineering Mathematics plus the discipline syllabus Total 3 hours 2 May 2026: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Negative marking: 25% for wrong answers in both papers. Programmes needing only the General Aptitude paper…
What is the syllabus of IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027?
General Aptitude Basic aptitude, logical reasoning, basic questions on computers and mathematics Engineering Mathematics (common to CSE, ECE and Civil) Linear Algebra: matrices, rank, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors Calculus: integration, differentiation, limits, continuity, series convergence, maxima and minima, mean value theorem, partial derivatives, ordinary differential equations, initial and boundary value problems Computer Science and Engineering Digital Logic; C Programming…
How do I apply for IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027?
Steps follow the PGEE Monsoon 2026 pages; the 2027 steps will be published when the portal opens. Log in to the IIIT Hyderabad admissions portal and open Postgraduate, then PGEE-M.Tech or PGEE-MS/PhD. Apply for one mode only. Fill the application form and pay the Rs 3,100 application fee (non-refundable). Download the admit card when released and take the computer-based exam. M.Tech: results and seat-allocation rounds follow. To accept a seat, pay the Rs 10,000 admission fee (non-refundable)…
What is the official website of IIIT Hyderabad PGEE Monsoon 2027?
The official website is https://pgadmissions.iiit.ac.in/pgee/.