18 Apr 2026
Up to ₹22,000 per month with support covering hostel accommodation, meals, travel, and contingencies.
8 weeks (16 May – 10 July 2026)
Undergraduate students (3rd year and above) from institutions across India other than IIT Kharagpur in science, engineering, medicine, or humanities.
Recommendation letters required during the application process.
Deadline: 18 Apr 2026
Want to spend your summer doing real research at an IIT campus? The IIT Kharagpur GRISHMA Internship 2026 might be one of the most interesting options out there this year.
This 8‑week undergraduate research program brings students from colleges across India to IIT Kharagpur, where they work directly with faculty on real research problems. And yes, the program comes with financial support that covers most expenses during the stay.
If you are in your third year or above and curious about research careers, this program is worth a serious look. I have seen many students overlook IIT research programs simply because they assume they are only for IIT students. That is not the case here.
Program IIT Kharagpur GRISHMA Internship 2026
| Institute | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
| Program Type | Undergraduate Summer Research Internship
| Duration | 8 Weeks
| Program Dates | 16 May – 10 July 2026
| Applications Open | 5 April 2026
| Application Deadline | 18 April 2026
| Results | 24 April 2026 (Tentative)
| Cohort Size | 180–200 students
| Fellowship | Up to ₹22,000 per month + expenses covered
| Location | IIT Kharagpur Campus
If you are exploring similar opportunities, it also helps to check our complete guide to IIT Internships 2026 where we track multiple programs across IIT campuses.
The IIT Kharagpur GRISHMA Internship 2026 is an undergraduate summer research program run under the KRITI initiative at IIT Kharagpur. It invites students from universities and colleges across India to spend eight weeks working on a mentored research project.
Participants join faculty research groups and work alongside doctoral researchers and postdocs. The idea is simple but powerful. Instead of just attending lectures, students experience how research actually happens.
You will explore a research question, analyze data or experiments, and eventually present your findings at the end of the program. The experience often becomes a strong addition to higher studies applications or research careers.
And if research internships interest you, you might also want to look at the IIT Delhi Summer Research Fellowship 2026 which follows a similar research‑focused structure.
Not every student can apply. The program has a few specific requirements.
The program is competitive. Academic performance matters, but your statement of purpose and recommendation letters also carry weight.
The financial support is one reason the IIT Kharagpur GRISHMA Internship 2026 attracts hundreds of applications each year.
Selected students receive a fellowship of up to ₹22,000 per month. The amount is distributed based on the actual duration of participation, calculated on a daily pro‑rata basis.
The support is designed to cover essential living costs during the program.
Honestly, very few research internships offer such a comprehensive support structure for undergraduates.
The internship is multidisciplinary. Students from many academic backgrounds can participate.
Research projects typically span:
Students are matched with faculty supervisors based on their interests and preferences during the selection process.
If you enjoy research programs like this, you may also want to explore the NISER Summer Internship 2026 or the PRL Summer Internship 2026, both well known among science students.
The eight weeks are not just lab work. The program mixes research with broader academic exposure.
The core of the internship is a faculty‑guided research project. Students work with professors, doctoral researchers, and postdocs to explore a defined research problem.
Weekly sessions expose students to ideas beyond their specific project. These include technical workshops and multidisciplinary seminars.
At the end of the program, participants prepare a research report and present their work to faculty and peers. This presentation becomes a key outcome of the internship.
Selection is done in multiple stages. The process looks at both academic performance and research potential.
The final list of selected candidates is expected around 24 April 2026 (tentative).
The application window is quite short, just about two weeks. So do not wait until the last day.
You can also browse all opportunities on Talentd if you are still comparing multiple internships this summer.
The competition can be tough. A few simple things can make your application stronger.
One small tip I often give students. Avoid generic statements like “I am passionate about research.” Instead, mention a specific topic or problem that genuinely interests you.
Many summer internships offer certificates. Research internships like this offer something more valuable, experience inside a real academic research environment.
Working with IIT Kharagpur faculty, interacting with PhD scholars, and presenting your work can significantly shape your academic direction. For students planning higher studies, this exposure can be incredibly useful.
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