PG-EAM - Graduate Program in Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering
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Admission Process

The Graduate Program in Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering (PG-EAM) at ITA conducts admission processes for new students in Master’s and Doctoral programs.

📅 Calendar

The admission process takes place twice a year, with specific dates for each academic term.

Check the complete official Graduate Programs calendar: 🔗 ITA Graduate Programs Calendar (in Portuguese)

Applications for the next selection process will take place between April 1st and May 4th, 2026 (for classes starting in the second semester of 2026). Please refer to specific announcements for detailed and updated information.

📋 Application and Regulations

To apply to PG-EAM, you must follow the rules established by ITA’s Graduate Programs and consult the program’s internal regulations at Regulations.

Access complete information and submit your application:

At the link above you will find:

  • Current announcements
  • Required documentation
  • Application deadlines
  • Detailed schedule

🎯 Selection Process Stages

The PG-EAM selection process consists of multiple evaluation stages:

1. Mandatory Exams

⚠️ IMPORTANT: All applicants must take a logic and basic mathematics exam, unless they have passed this exam since 2022.

For Master’s and PMG candidates:

  • Basic mathematics exam (mandatory)
  • English proficiency exam (mandatory)

For Doctoral candidates:

  • Basic mathematics exam (mandatory)
  • English proficiency certificate (TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, etc.) - required at enrollment

2. Documentation and Academic Analysis

  • Academic transcripts
  • Updated CV/resume (Lattes curriculum for Brazilian candidates)
  • Preliminary research proposal
  • Diplomas (bachelor’s for master’s; master’s for doctorate)

3. Advisor Selection

  • Identification of faculty advisor compatible with research topic
  • Approval by intended advisor

4. Program Council Evaluation

  • Final analysis of all documentation
  • Collegial decision on admission

💡 Important Recommendation

Prior Contact with Faculty

PG-EAM strongly recommends that candidates contact in advance faculty members accredited to the program with whom they identify regarding research topics. Before making contact, it is highly recommended that candidates check the professor’s detailed profile on the website (previous publications, Lattes curriculum, etc.) to verify if there is a real affinity and alignment of interests.

Why make prior contact?

  • ✅ Learn about available research lines
  • ✅ Verify compatibility of interests
  • ✅ Understand availability of positions
  • ✅ Get guidance about the process
  • ✅ Increase your chances of admission

How to find faculty members?

Check the complete list of accredited faculty by research area:

🔗 Research Areas and Faculty

Browse the three program areas:

  • EAM-1: Aircraft Design, Structures and Aerospace Systems
  • EAM-2: Aerospace Propulsion and Energy
  • EAM-3: Materials, Manufacturing and Automation

Each area lists permanent faculty with their research lines and links to their CVs (Lattes curriculum).

📚 General Requirements

For Master’s Degree

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields
  • Good academic performance
  • English proficiency
  • Alignment with program research lines

For Doctoral Degree

  • Master’s degree in Engineering or related fields
  • Research track record (publications, projects)
  • Advanced English proficiency
  • Research proposal aligned with the program

⚠️ Special Information

Military Personnel

Brazilian military (Air Force, Army, or Navy) must follow specific procedures from the Graduate Program in Operational Applications (PPGAO).

Foreign military personnel must submit their application through their country’s embassy to the Brazilian Air Force General Staff, which will coordinate with PPGAO.

More information: 🔗 www.ppgao.ita.br (in Portuguese)

Civil Servants of the Air Force Command

Civil servants must obtain prior authorization through the Administrative Subdepartment (SDA) of DCTA.

📞 Questions?

For additional clarification about the admission process:

🚀 Next Steps

  1. ✅ Check the calendar for the next admission process
  2. ✅ Explore research areas and identify faculty of interest
  3. ✅ Contact potential advisors
  4. ✅ Prepare your documentation
  5. ✅ Follow the official announcement for application

Good luck! 🎓