Turn Your Curiosity into Research.
An M.S. by Research in Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras offers an opportunity to explore a challenging engineering problem in depth while developing the skills to become an independent researcher. Rather than simply learning what is already known, you will work closely with faculty to investigate questions that can lead to new insights, methods, and technologies. The programme provides a strong foundation in aerospace engineering while giving you the freedom to pursue research aligned with your interests. Through interaction with faculty, research groups, laboratories, and sponsored projects, you will gain experience in formulating problems, developing solutions, analysing results, and communicating your findings.
Whether you aspire to pursue a PhD, build a career in Research and Development, or work on advanced technologies in the aerospace and engineering industries, the M.S. by Research programme at IIT Madras can be a starting point for meaningful research and innovation.
If you are curious, motivated to solve open-ended problems, and ready to explore beyond the textbook, we invite you to consider pursuing your M.S. by Research at IIT Madras.
A research-based post-graduate programme.
Minimum duration: 1 12 years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission through GATE and testinterview for regular candidates and testinterview for sponsored candidates.
Open for candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Civil Chemical Computer Science Electrical Mechanical Metallurgical Naval Architecture OR Master's degree in Physics Mathematics Chemistry.
Also open for candidates with degree in other branches of engineering if they have three years experience in an Aerospace industry organization.
Attractive fellowship and opportunities to work on sponsored projects.
Possibility of conversion to Ph.D. subject to good performance.
Syllabus for interview can be found Click Here
For details of admission procedure and eligibility criteria, visit Research@iitm
Any further queries may be directed to aeoffice@smail.iitm.ac.in
