IITB is inviting applications for IIT Bombay Research Internship Award 2024-25. The last date of application is October 17.
About the Awards
IITB Research Internship Award is designed to be an educational and professional research experience. These awards are available for specific research projects. The details of these projects are made available to the candidates so that they can apply for projects of their interest and can prepare themselves well for a rigorous selection procedure.
About IITB
IIT Bombay has made concerted efforts to align its R&D focus with the national goal of achieving technological self-reliance. Students and faculty conduct research projects in thrust areas of science and engineering. Its preeminent position at the cutting-edge of research is reflected in its impressive list of research projects, which cater to both our national needs and global developments.
Eligibility
- Should be in the Second year of a Masters program, or third / fourth year of a Bachelors program. Branch / discipline of study will be as per the project requirements specified by IIT Bombay Faculty (Internship Guide).
- Should be among the top 10% in all the previous years in your discipline in the College / University / Institute. A certificate from the Principal (in the prescribed format) to this effect will have to be submitted at the time of applying.
- Duration of internship four to six months between December and June
- Should be a full-time student while applying and till the completion of the Internship. You may submit a partial project report before (e.g., in April) the completion of the Internship (e.g., in June) if the academic calendar of your College / Institute / University requires you to do so, with the prior consent of the Internship Guide.
- Should be able to work full-time for the Internship. Part-time internship is not allowed. A certificate to the effect that there are no course work requirements during the internship period has to be submitted at the time of applying.
Duration & Stipend
The number of interns will be restricted to the number of projects available. The selected interns are required to work full time for four to six months on the project and will be given a fixed stipend of Rs. 15,000/- per month. On-campus accommodation cannot be provided. Candidates will have to arrange for their own accommodation.
Important dates
| Task | Tentative Timeline |
| Start and Last Date for submission of Application form | Extended till October 17, 2024 |
| Shortlisting | October 21-28, 2024 |
| Dates for Interview | November 06-14, 2024 |
| Selection Process | Results will be declared by 1st week of December |
| Joining of Internship | 2nd week of January, 2025 |
| Duration of Internship | January 2025 to June 2025 |
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply online via this page.
Selection Process
The selection procedure consists of preliminary screening of applications, followed by test/ interview.
Selection depends upon consistently brilliant academic performance (relative rank in the class/University), work carried out by the student besides his regular academic work, participation/recognition in competitions such as Techfest, Olympiads, National Talent Search Exams, and performance in the interview.
