Are you looking to spend your summer gaining hands-on research experience at one of India’s premier institutes? The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has officially opened applications for its Summer Undergraduate Research Exposure (SURE) Internships 2026.
This is a golden opportunity for top-performing undergraduate and postgraduate students from non-IIT Hyderabad colleges to work under the mentorship of esteemed IIT faculty. With a total of 250 openings—including a dedicated 100 seats exclusively for female candidates—this two-month paid internship is highly competitive.
Here is everything you need to know about the IIT-H SURE Internship 2026, from strict eligibility criteria to the application process and important deadlines.
| Feature | Details |
| Program Name | Summer Undergraduate Research Exposure (SURE) 2026 |
| Host Institute | IIT Hyderabad (IITH) |
| Total Intake | 250 Interns (100 exclusively reserved for girls) |
| Duration | 1 to 2 months (Between May 15, 2026, and July 14, 2026) |
| Stipend | Up to Rs. 15,000 (Based on duration) |
| Application Mode | Online Web Portal Only |
| Last Date to Apply | March 10, 2026 |
IITH ensures that selected interns are financially supported and comfortably housed during their research stint.
Before applying, ensure you meet the rigorous academic requirements.
Note: Current IIT Hyderabad students and B.Sc. students are NOT eligible to apply.
1. Eligible Degrees and Years:
2. Academic Excellence (The Top 20% Rule):
Applicants must rank in the top 20% of their batch based on their CGPA or percentage across all previous years in their specific discipline. This rank must be officially certified by the Head of the Institution or Principal at the time of application.
3. Enrollment Status:
You must be a full-time, regular student at the time of application and throughout the internship.
The application process is entirely online. Emailed or offline applications will be immediately rejected.
The selection process is merit-based. It includes a preliminary screening of your application followed by an online interview with the respective department or mentor faculty. Recognition in Olympiads, National Talent Search Exams, or prior research work will give you an edge.
Selected candidates will be notified exclusively via email. No communication will be sent to unselected applicants.
Can B.Sc. students apply for the SURE Internship?
No, B.Sc. students (even those in triple majors) are not eligible for this program.
I don’t have my 1st-semester marksheet yet. Can I still apply?
Unfortunately, no. If your previous semester’s results have not been published, you are not eligible to apply this year.
Is there an application fee?
No, the SURE internship application and program are completely free of cost.
Can I change my mentor after being selected?
No, you cannot change your mentor once allotted, as you select your preferred guide during the initial application process.
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