The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar invites applications from eligible B.E./B.Tech. students for a one-semester research internship. This immersive program offers selected students an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research under the guidance of IIT Ropar faculty members.
The internship is designed to provide undergraduate engineering students with hands-on experience in research labs, where they contribute to real-time academic projects in Mechanical Engineering. This program takes place in offline mode at IIT Ropar and aligns with the institute’s semester schedule—either in the Summer (July/August) or Winter (December/January) sessions.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline |
| Duration | 3 to 4 months |
| Location | IIT Ropar, Punjab, India |
| Application Window | Open year-round (processed one month before semester begins) |
| Stipend | No stipend (Possible faculty-funded support in some cases) |
| Accommodation | Limited on-campus housing; otherwise off-campus arrangements required |
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Note: Applications are accepted at any time, but are reviewed approximately a month before each semester begins.
Participants can choose from a wide variety of research topics. Here’s a snapshot of available projects (selected list):
| Faculty Member | Project Themes |
|---|---|
| Prof. Anupam Agrawal | Aerospace alloys forming, Metal additive manufacturing simulations |
| Dr. Chander Shekhar Sharma | Microelectronics thermal management, Condensation enhancement techniques |
| Dr. Ekta Singla | Kinova robot workspace analysis, ROS-based digital twin development |
| Dr. Prabhat Kumar Agnihotri | Crack modeling in composites, Hypervelocity impact simulations |
| Dr. Ravi Kant | Laser material processing, FEM simulations |
| Dr. Srikant S. Padhee | AI for drone-based digital twins, AI-based control systems for mechanical structures |
Tip: Students are encouraged to explore the IIT Ropar Faculty to align their interests with ongoing research.
Each upload must be in PDF format and not exceed the specified file size (usually 1 MB).
The online form includes (but is not limited to) the following fields:
The final selection will be based on:
Shortlisted candidates will be notified directly by the department.
| SN | Faculty Name | Project Title – 1 | Project Title – 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prof. Anupam Agrawal | Forming of high-strength alloys for aerospace applications | Multiphysics and MD simulation of Metal Addtive manufacturing Processes |
| 2 | Dr Chander Shekhar Sharma | Thermal management of microelectronics | Micro/nano engineered textures for enhanced condensation and evaporation |
| 3 | Dr Chandrakant K Nirala | Multiphysics simulation of Micro-EDM Plasma | Experimental optimization for conventional and non-conventional micromachining processes |
| 4 | Dr Devranjan Samanta | ||
| 5 | Dr Dhiraj Kumar Mahajan | ||
| 6 | Dr Ekta Singla | Workspace Analysis of Kinova robot in an aisle of a vertical farm. | ROS based digital twin development for a robotic system. |
| 7 | Prof. Harpreet Singh | Cold Spray based Additive Manufacturing | Cold spray for laser ablation resistance |
| 8 | Dr Himanshu Tyagi | ||
| 9 | Dr Jitendra Prasad | ||
| 10 | Dr Lipika Kabiraj | Atomization | Swirling flow |
| 11 | Dr Manish Agrawal | Deep learning for physical systems | |
| 12 | Dr Navaneeth K Marath | ||
| 13 | Prof. Navin Kumar | Dsign and Development of Underwater Vehicle | Development of Biomedical Devices |
| 14 | Dr Prabhat Kumar Agnihotri | Modelling crack in multifunctional compsoites | Hypervelocity impact simulations |
| 15 | Dr Prabir Sarkar | Development of a room cooler and | Research in automobile aesthetics |
| 16 | Dr Rajendra K Munian | Mesh Generation and Its Influence on Accuracy in FEA | Vibration Analysis in a rotating machinary |
| 17 | Dr Rakesh Kumar Maurya | ||
| 18 | Dr Ravi Kant | Laser processing materials | FEM simulation of Laser material processing |
| 19 | Dr Sachin Kumar | Failure Analysis of Engineering Structures | Fatigue life estimation of composite structures under themo-mechanical loading |
| 20 | Dr Samir Chandra Roy | Fatigue analysis of material | Cavitation erosion behavior study |
| 21 | Dr Satwinder Jit Singh | ||
| 22 | Dr Srikant Sekhar Padhee | AI assisted Digital twin generation of drones. | AI based Control system for mechanical system. |
Tip: Students are encouraged to explore the faculty profiles to align their interests with ongoing research.
For queries or assistance regarding the internship program:
Mechanical Engineering Office
IIT Ropar, Satish Dhawan Block
Phone: +91-1881-23-2352 / 2353
Email: office-me-1@iitrpr.ac.in
No, the internship does not come with a stipend. However, some faculty members might provide project-based financial aid.
Yes, you can select your preferred session in the form. Applications are processed before each semester begins.
Accommodation is subject to availability. Off-campus arrangements may be required.
Unfortunately, candidates below the specified CGPA threshold are not eligible.
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