IITB Research Internship Awards 2024-25 – Apply Online
IITB Research Internship Awards 2024-25 – Apply Online. Interested and eligible applicants can check out all of the details on the same below:
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. 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 is subject to availability
Kindly visit the “How To Apply” page for applying.
Click on the following link: https://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/rnd/HRMSLoginPage.jsp for submitting application form
Important Dates:
| Task | Tentative Timeline |
|---|---|
| Start and Last Date for submission of Application form | September 13, 2024 to October 03, 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 |
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.
Education and research are the twin pillars of IITB and the ambience is one in which new ideas and creativity can flourish. A key goal of the Institute is to provide a creative atmosphere in which higher studies and research thrive amongst the students and the faculty. IIT Bombay’s commitment to merging education with the creation of knowledge provides a fertile ground for productive research that has led to a range of scientific and technological achievements.
We feel that the main ingredient for successful R & D is enthusiastic young minds. It is from this view point that we have introduced the IITB Research Internship Awards to engage bright external students on it challenging research projects.
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 20% in the previous year 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 January 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.
Selection Procedure:
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.
Return train fare by the shortest route (IInd / Sleeper Class) will be paid to outstation candidates called for interview. You will have to submit the ticket for onward journey and photocopy of the ticket for the return journey.
The interns will have only IITB faculty as advisor.
Only one proposal from one faculty member will be considered
If a faculty member has not received any intern for his proposal, he/she may select from the pool of applicants applied for other proposal belonging to his/her department by giving fair opportunity to all the candidates. This should be informed to all the candidates before interview.
A candidate who has not been selected for any other proposal should be selected.
On-campus accommodation cannot be provided. Candidates will have to arrange for their own accommodation.
Contact Us:
1. For Queries :-
Internship Team (022-2159 3946)
Email id :- [email protected]
2. For Technical Issues (while filling the form):-
Software Team (022-25765949)
Email-id :- [email protected]
How To Apply:
The application process consists of an online application to be submitted through this webpage. A link to appropriate forms will be available here when the application process begins. Please read the description and eligibility criteria carefully before filling the application form.
For applying, click on the following link:
https://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/rnd/HRMSLoginPage.jsp
- It is mandatory to register before filling the application form.
- After clicking on the above link kindly click on the “New Applicants register here.”
- Fill in the mandatory fields to get registered.
- Login to fill the application form with your new username and password.
- Please click on the last line mentioning IITB RESEARCH INTERNSHIP AWARDS 2023-24 (Please do not use this link for Position under Project given in Job Opportunities page)
The online application requires:
- Uploading your statement of purpose (500 Characters) describing your interest in research and how diversity and this opportunity would advance your goals. Applications for internship must be accompanied by a statement of purpose answering questions such as: Why is an applicant interested in a particular project? What specific background, skills, and experience does an applicant have for the project? What is the applicant’s long term career plan? What role does this project play in it? What role does an internship at IITB play in the career plan? This list is only illustrative and the applicants are encouraged to think beyond these questions while writing their statement of purpose.
FAQ:
- Where can I find the application form?
Kindly visit How to Apply for applying/queries.
2. What further career opportunities are possible after completing the internship? After completion of internship will these students be given preference for M.Tech/Phd?
We strongly encourage interns to apply for M.Tech/Phd. There is no official preference for interns but it is expected that internship experience will prepare candidate well and may be counted during admission interview if found relevant.
3. Can students who are not in the top 10% apply?
The basic requirement for the interns is they should be among the top 10% in all the previous years.
4. Can IITB students apply for these awards?
No
5. Can students who are pursuing MCA apply?
Yes.
6. If UG students have to spend 6 months / one semester for the internship, what happens to their other courses during this semester in their respective colleges?
OR
If I do full time internship at IITB what happens to my course work and lectures in my college?
This scheme is available for the students who do not have any course work to be done in their colleges. In some cases the colleges require students to do one course at the place of project/internship. This may be possible under CEP model (http://www.iitb.ac.in/~cep) provided the project investigator finds value in this and the course instructor allows this.
7. Are M.Sc students allowed to apply for this scheme?
Yes, subject to meeting the other eligibility criteria.
8. Is this scheme available for part time work?
No.
9. Can I get information about other schemes for external student’s projects?
Kindly visit the website http://www.iitb.ac.in/academic/toTraining.jsp for other schemes.
10. Is this a degree programme?
This is not a degree programme.
11. Can I participate in IITB placements (i.e. campus recruitment program)?
No. However, you may apply to work in research projects being carried out at IITB.
12. Can a student apply in IITB Research Internship in his/her 3rd year B.E/B.Tech?
Yes you can apply. However, the final decision about whether you are eligible or not will be taken by the project investigator.
13. Are integrated MSc. students eligible for this IITB Research Internship Awards?
Yes.
14. Can the work be submitted for final degree project?
Yes, subject to the permission of the project investigator.
15. Can I propose my own research project?
Internships are available on the projects floated by IIT Bombay faculty only.
16. I have completed B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.Tech./MCA/MA/MBA; Can I apply?
No. A candidate who has finished studies or has obtained the relevant degree is not eligible to apply.
17. I have attached my resume for internship.
Please apply in the prescribed form. Kindly visit How to Apply for applying/queries.
18. My branch/discipline/department is not included in the projects. Can I apply to projects of other disciplines?
Yes subject to the suitability of your background.
19. Can I apply to multiple projects?
Students can apply for multiple projects but will be selected for only one project.
20. Can a candidate work on two projects?
No.
21. My college is not listed in the drop down menu of the application form?
Kindly select “Others” option in the drop down menu and mention your ‘college name’.
22. I am a student of Integrated M.Sc. which consists of 10 semesters but you have made provision of only 4 semesters for PG degree.
Please include first three years as your UG years with a remark in the last column that “these are actually first three years of an integrated M.Sc. course”.
23. Can the intern take leave during the internship?
Yes as per rule in force.
24. Will I get a response back if I submit my application online?
Yes.
25. What are some skill areas I can work on to make myself more competitive?
Please see the description of the projects you are interested in.
26. What are the expected working hours?
Usual working hours of the institute are from 9:15am to 5.45pm Monday through Friday. However most technical people work beyond these hours.
27. Can an M.Tech. student apply who is undergoing degree studies currently as given in eligibility table?
Yes.
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