The BITS Pilani Goa Summer Research Program (BGSRP) 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for young scholars and researchers to engage in advanced research projects under the guidance of experienced faculty members. This internship is designed for students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Science, Engineering, and Humanities.

Overview of BGSRP 2025

The program is hosted by Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, which is a prestigious institution known for cutting-edge research and academic excellence. Selected candidates will work on specific projects, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to the latest research methodologies.

Program Duration

The BGSRP 2025 internship will be conducted offline from the 1st week of June 2025 to the last week of July 2025, with a maximum duration of 60 days.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for BGSRP 2025, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Must be an Indian citizen.
• Should be pursuing Undergraduate (UG) or Postgraduate (PG) degrees from a recognized institution in India or abroad.
• Recent graduates (within six months of obtaining their degree) seeking research experience for profile enhancement may also apply.
• Must have a minimum aggregate of 60% or a CGPA of 6.32 on a 10-point scale at all levels.
• Students from the following disciplines are encouraged to apply:
  • Engineering: Computer Science & Information Systems, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
  • Sciences: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics.
  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Economics and Finance, Humanities & Social Sciences.
• Preference will be given to candidates who are KVPY/DST INSPIRE fellows.
• No financial support (stipend) is provided to selected candidates.

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Application Deadline: March 22, 2025 (6 PM IST)
• Letter of Recommendation (LOR) Submission: March 22, 2025
• Shortlisted Candidates Announcement: 1st week of April 2025
• Internship Start Date: 1st week of June 2025
• Internship End Date: Last week of July 2025

Available Research Areas

Selected interns will work on projects from various disciplines. The project list will be available on the official website. Departments offering research projects include:

• Biological Sciences
• Computer Science & Information Systems
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Economics & Finance
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Humanities & Social Sciences
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mathematics
• Physics

How to Apply?

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply:

1. Online Application:
   • Visit the official BGSRP 2025 website and fill out the online application form: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/goa/bgsrp/
2. Required Documents:
   • A Bonafide Certificate from the college principal/Head of Department (HOD)/Institute Director.
   • A Letter of Recommendation (LOR) from a faculty member (HOD/teacher) to be sent to bgsrpquery@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in before the deadline.
3. Submission:
   • Ensure that all details are filled correctly, and upload the necessary documents.
   • Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Selection Process

• Applications will be evaluated based on academic merit and motivation for research.
• Selected candidates will be notified via email and the BGSRP website in April 2025.

General Instructions for Selected Candidates

• Accommodation: Available in the student hostel at subsidized rates.
• Food Facilities: Mess/canteen services are available on a payment basis.
• Identity Cards: Temporary ID cards will be issued for campus access.
• Project Report: Interns must submit a detailed project report and deliver a final presentation at the end of the program.
• Research Conduct: Interns cannot publish or present their research findings without written permission from their faculty guide.
• Attendance: Absence without prior approval may lead to termination from the program.
• Medical & Transport: These expenses are not covered by the institute.

BGSRP-2025 Summer Internship – List of Projects

Sr. No.	Name of the Investigator	Department	Title of the Project Problem	Area of the Project Problem
1	Prof. Ramesh Vasan	EEE	Simulation of uncooled infrared photo detectors using alloyed Ge(1-x)Snx.	Optoelectronics
2	Prof. Nitin Sharma	EEE	Development of Software GNSS Receiver for ISRO	Communication Systems/Signal Processing
3	Prof. Shilpa Gondhali	Mathematics	Computation of quantum invariants of class of links using python	Knot Theory (Topology)
4	Prof. Sudipta Chatterjee	Chemistry	The Role of Metal-Pincers in Electrocatalytic Water Splitting	Inorganic Chemistry
5	Prof. Kiran Vankayala	Chemistry	Cost-efficient materials for green hydrogen production	Materials Chemistry
6	Prof. Amrita Chatterjee	Chemistry	Aggregation-Induced emission based Red emissive carbon dots for detection of toxic analytes	Organic Chemistry
7	Prof. Mainak Banerjee	Chemistry	1. Mechanochemical tandem C-H bond activation of heterocycles. 2. Design of functionalized imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-based drug scaffolds and their synthesis by Green Technologies	Organic Chemistry
8	Prof. Rabi Narayan Panda	Chemistry	1. Molybdenum Oxide Based materials for Semiconducting and Optothermal applications 2. Polymer coated Fe(/Co)-Ni nano-alloy formation and characterization	Materials Chemistry
9	Prof. Saurav Bhattacharya	Chemistry	Synthesis of polyfunctional organic linkers for the design and development of novel Bismuth-based metal-organic framework (Bi-MOF) catalysts	Inorganic Chemistry
10	Prof. Bhavana P	Chemistry	Electrocatalysis using metalloporphyrin – metal oxide hybrid materials	Inorganic Chemistry
11	Prof. Sachin Waigaonkar	Mechanical Engineering	Characterization of Polymeric Materials for Processability and Mechanical Properties	Materials and Manufacturing (Mechanical Engg)
12	Prof. Iniyan Thiruselvam N	Mechanical Engineering	Design, development and characterization of medical-grade polymers for guided surgery	New product development and testing
13	Prof. Ch V V S N V Prasad	Economics and Finance	“Ecotourism”: A roadmap to promote tourism in Goa	Ecotourism
14	Dr. Arfat Ahmad Sofi	Economics and Finance	Green Growth, inequality and Welfare Interface	Economic Growth and Environment
15	Dr. R. L. Manogna	Economics and Finance	Climate change impacts and food security: A study of Asian economies	Food security, climate risk, agricultural innovation
16	Dr. Aabhaas Vineet Mallik	Physics	Real space theoretical study of two-dimensional superconductors with impurities and magnetic fields	Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
17	Prof. Prasanta Kumar Das	Physics	1. Studying some aspects of Neutrino Oscillation using the Quantum Information 2. Probing Dark Matter using the Galaxy Rotation Curve data	High Energy Physics and Quantum Information, Astronomy & Astrophysics
18	Prof. Tarun Kumar Jha	Physics	On Aspects of Magnetized Neutron Stars	Nuclear-Astrophysics
19	Prof. Raghunath Ratabole	Physics	Wavelets in Field Theory	Quantum Field Theory
20	Prof. Richa Singhal	Chemical Engineering	Next generation energy storage: Develop advanced carbon nanofiber-based composites for next-gen energy storage devices	Materials synthesis and characterization
21	Prof. Sonal Ayakar	Biological Sciences	Development of probiotic fermentative process	Biotechnology

Contact Information

For any queries regarding the program, applicants can reach out to:

Prof. Prasanta Kumar Das
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
K K Birla Goa Campus
NH-17B, Zuarinagar, Goa – 403726, India
Email: bgsrpquery@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in

The BITS Pilani Goa Summer Research Program (BGSRP) 2025 is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in research and academic growth. With access to advanced laboratories, expert mentorship, and a rigorous learning environment, this program offers a significant stepping stone for students aiming for a career in research and innovation. Apply now and take a step towards a transformative research experience!