IIT Roorkee SPARK 2026 – Summer Research Internship Program
IIT Roorkee SPARK 2026 – A Summer Research Internship Program
The IIT Roorkee SPARK fellowship is a prestigious institute-funded summer research internship designed to provide research exposure to talented undergraduate students across India. With a stipend of ₹3000 per week, this program offers hands-on training in cutting-edge domains including life science research.
About the Institute
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee is one of India’s oldest and most reputed technical institutions. Known for excellence in engineering, science, and interdisciplinary research, IIT Roorkee actively promotes undergraduate research through structured internship programs like IIT Roorkee SPARK.
About IIT Roorkee SPARK Program
The IIT Roorkee SPARK (Summer Program for Awareness, Research, and Knowledge) fellowship aims to:
- Provide early exposure to advanced research
- Encourage innovation and academic excellence
- Motivate students to pursue higher studies at IIT Roorkee
- Strengthen research foundations in science and engineering
Eligibility Criteria
Students who are currently enrolled and have completed at least two semesters of an undergraduate degree (B.E./B.Tech./BS-MS/M.Sc) in a relevant discipline from any institute in India are eligible to apply.
- CGPA ≥ 7.5 for IITs / IISc
- CGPA ≥ 8.0 for NITs / IISERs / NISER
- CGPA ≥ 8.5 for students of other institutes
Guidelines
- Please login to submit your application and view the status of your application.
- Applications need to be submitted through an online portal where applicants will upload the last semester marksheet of their current degree, a photograph, a 500-word research statement, and a brief 1-2 page resume.
- For students from other institutes, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) will also be required upon joining.
- Applicants need to mention names of five faculty members of their choice from the list of faculty members interested in having a summer intern.
FAQs
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You need to mention your motivation of doing research, any research background, and areas of interest. It need not mention the specific project you are applying since you may be applying for several projects. Attach it along with resume or transcript.
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Currently, we do not have the acknowledgment feature. If files have been uploaded and at least one priority of faculty is set, your application is considered submitted. Decision on application will come on or before 10th April.
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First check the size restrictions, prefer pdf file size less then 200 kB and max 200 kB. There are online tools available to reduce picture sizes if needed. Let us know by email or on portal if you have followed the instructions and yet not able to upload/view files.
The IIT Roorkee SPARK summer research internship is a valuable opportunity for undergraduate students aiming to build a strong foundation in life science research and interdisciplinary sciences. With structured mentorship, financial support, and access to advanced laboratories at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, this program helps students transition from classroom learning to real-world research experience. For life science students aspiring toward higher studies, research careers, or biotechnology innovation, IIT Roorkee SPARK can be a defining step in shaping a successful scientific career.
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