M.S. by Research in Chemical Engineering

Prospective M.S. by Research candidates:

The Chemical and Materials Engineering (CME) program at IIT Goa invites applications from talented and motivated individuals for its Master of Science (M.S.) by Research programmes in Chemical Engineering.

The ElectroChemical Energy Laboratory (Ecel) is actively looking for highly driven M.S. by research candidates passionate about electrochemical energy conversion, energy storage technologies, sustainable fuels, and related emerging areas.

If you are eager to contribute to cutting-edge research and create a meaningful impact in the clean energy landscape, we encourage you to apply.

Admission Timeline

Applications are open twice a year:

• Autumn Semester (April-May)

• Spring Semester (October-November)

Eligibility Criteria :

M.S. applicants must meet the institute's admission requirements and hold one of the following qualifications:

b) B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Chemical Engineering or any branch of Engineering, Technology, and Interdisciplinary areas, with an academic background consistent with the Electrochemical Engineering research areas.

c) 4-year Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or equivalent degree with an academic background consistent with the research areas of the CME program

d) Master’s degree in Science (M.Sc.) with the disciplines consistent with the research areas of the CME program

In addition, candidates must have a valid GATE score in the relevant subject1

1Candidates with (a) M.E./M.Tech. degree, (b) Graduates from CFTIs, and/or (c) 2 years of relevant experience are exempted from having a valid GATE score

Please refer to the official admission advertisement for detailed eligibility conditions.

M.S. by Research topic offered by  Ecel for Autumn AY 2026-27:

• Rechargeable Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) - Based Batteries for Safe and Sustainable Green Energy Storage or Any other topic related with "Electrochemical energy conversion and storage processes".

For more information, please refer to the following links:

M.S. by  admissions at IIT Goa: https://iitgoa.ac.in/master-of-science-by-research-programs/

Chemical and Materials Engineering at IIT Goa: http://iitgoa.ac.in/chemical-and-material-science-vision/

• Autumn Semester of AY 2026-27:

- Click here to apply for the Autumn Semester of the Academic Year 2026-2027

- Detailed Advertisement for M.S. Admissions for the Autumn Semester of Academic Year 2026-2027

- Last date for submitting an online application form: 03 May, 2026. Extended to 10/05/2026 (Sunday)