Applications are now open for the prestigious SPARK 2025 Summer Internship at IIT Roorkee, offering a competitive stipend and unmatched research exposure. This detailed guide provides all necessary information about eligibility, application procedures, documents required, deadlines, benefits, selection process, and common FAQs — everything you need to know before applying.
The SPARK Internship Program, offered by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, aims to provide a platform for undergraduate students to engage in advanced research under the mentorship of faculty from IITR. With a stipend of ₹2500 per week, this initiative is ideal for those aspiring for a research-oriented career or considering postgraduate or doctoral studies at top-tier institutes.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Institute | IIT Roorkee |
| Program Name | SPARK 2025 |
| Duration | ~6 weeks (Tentative start: May 19, 2025) |
| Stipend | ₹2500 per week |
| Mode | In-person, at IIT Roorkee |
| Last Date to Apply | May 4, 2025, by 11:59 PM IST |
| Result Announcement | By or before May 12, 2025 |
To be eligible, applicants must:
| Institute Category | Minimum CGPA |
|---|---|
| IITs / IISc | 7.5 |
| NITs / IISERs / NISER / IIEST / UM-DAE-CBS | 8.0 |
| Other Institutes | 8.5 |
Note: Final-year students or students who graduate before or during the summer of 2025 are not eligible.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | May 4, 2025 (11:59 PM IST) |
| Internship Start Date | Around May 19, 2025 |
| Duration | Approximately 6 weeks |
| Final Selection List Announcement | On or before May 12, 2025 |
Visit the official SPARK portal on the IIT Roorkee website and create your login credentials to begin the application process: https://spark.iitr.ac.in/student
Ensure the following documents are ready for upload:
All documents should be under 200 KB in size and preferably in PDF format.
The research statement is a key component of the application and should include:
Note: You do not need to target a specific project.
The selection committee’s decision will be final, and no individual queries will be entertained.
Upon successful completion of the internship, each participant will receive an official certificate signed by the Dean (SRIC), mentioning:
For any technical issues or queries:
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