Paid Summer Fellowship Programme | IIT Madras Recruitment | Chemistry Graduates Apply Now
Are you looking for a Summer Fellowship Programme at a premier institute? IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 invites applications for the Summer Fellowship Programme, offering an exciting opportunity for Chemistry Graduates, a paid two-month research internship for engineering, science, management, and humanities students to gain hands-on exposure to high-quality academic research at IIT Madras.
About IIT Madras
Indian Institute of Technology Madras is one of India’s premier institutions for higher education and research. Through IIT Madras Recruitment initiatives such as the Summer Fellowship Programme, IIT Madras nurtures young talent by providing early exposure to advanced research, academic mentorship, and interdisciplinary learning in a globally recognized research environment.
Summer Fellowship Programme – 2026
IITM’s Summer Fellowship Programme is a two-month opportunity with a stipend, aimed at enhancing awareness and interest in high-quality academic research among young students from Engineerin
g, Management, Sciences, and Humanities backgrounds. This goal-oriented summer internship is undertaken at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras.Eligibility:
Candidates pursuing the 3rd year of UG (BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg./3-year B.Sc. with Chemistry, Physics & Mathematics) or the 3rd or 4th year of Integrated / Dual Degree in Masters Programme (M.E./ M.Tech / M.Sc), and 1st year of M.Sc./M.A,/ MBA with an outstanding academic background in terms of high ranks in University examinations are encouraged to apply. Applicants should highlight academic performance, achievements, including papers presented at seminars, projects executed, design contests participated in, score/rank in Mathematics Olympiad, and any other awards/distinctions obtained.
[Students from IITs are not eligible to apply.
Programme Period: The Summer Fellowship Programme is likely to commence from 18th May 2026 to 17th July 2026.
Stipend: A stipend of Rs.15000/- per month will be given for a maximum period of 2 months, prorated for the actual period of internship at IIT Madras.
Hostel: Hostel and Mess facilities will be provided on a payment basis, subject to availability.
Participating Departments:
1. Engineering Departments:
- Aerospace Engg
- Applied Mechanics & Biomedical Engg.
- Bio Technology
- Chemical Engg.
- Civil Engg.
- Computer Science & Engg.
- Data Science and AI
- Engineering Design
- Electrical Engg.
- Mechanical Engg.
- Medical Science and Technology
- Metallurgical & Materials Engg.
- Ocean Engg.
2. Science Departments:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
3. Humanities & Social Sciences
4. Management Studies
Required Documents for Registration:
- Student Recent Passport Size Photo (Max file size 2MB @ File format/ JPEG / PNG)
- Category Certificate (If applicable) (Max file size 2MB @ File format: PDF)
- Student Aadhar Card (Max file size 2MB @ File format: PDF)
- Bonafide: Letter from the Institute: Should certify that you are a bona fide student, issued by the Head of Institution (download template of UG / DD Bonafide and PG Bonafide) (Max file size 2MB @ File format: PDF)
- Academic Certificate / Mark sheet: Starting from 10th, 12th / Polytechnic, and all semester mark sheets up to the most recently completed one as a single consolidated
- PDF (Max file size 2MB @ File format: PDF)
- Upload a short Statement of Purpose (not more than one page). Include your areas of scientific interest, potential major project ideas, and any other relevant information for evaluating your candidature.
- A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100/- (Mode of payment – Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI)
Note:
- There is no need to send a hard copy of the applications to IIT Madras.
- The submitted application can be viewed in the portal using the username and password sent to your registered email address.
- Please ensure that all the relevant data and enclosures are uploaded online.
- Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
- Letter from your University / College: Should certify that you are a bona fide student, issued by the Head of Institution.
Important Dates:
- The portal will be activated on 02.02.2026.
- The last date for Online Submission: 02.03.2026 at 5.00 p.m.
