IIT Roorkee SPARK 2026 – A Summer Research Internship Program
The IIT Roorkee SPARK fellowship is a prestigious institute-funded summer research internship designed to provide research exposure to talented undergraduate students across India. With a stipend of ₹3000 per week, this program offers hands-on training in cutting-edge domains including life science research.
About the Institute
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee is one of India’s oldest and most reputed technical institutions. Known for excellence in engineering, science, and interdisciplinary research, IIT Roorkee actively promotes undergraduate research through structured internship programs like IIT Roorkee SPARK.
About IIT Roorkee SPARK Program
The IIT Roorkee SPARK (Summer Program for Awareness, Research, and Knowledge) fellowship aims to:
- Provide early exposure to advanced research
- Encourage innovation and academic excellence
- Motivate students to pursue higher studies at IIT Roorkee
- Strengthen research foundations in science and engineering
Eligibility Criteria
Students who are currently enrolled and have completed at least two semesters of an undergraduate degree (B.E./B.Tech./BS-MS/M.Sc) in a relevant discipline from any institute in India are eligible to apply.
- CGPA ≥ 7.5 for IITs / IISc
- CGPA ≥ 8.0 for NITs / IISERs / NISER
- CGPA ≥ 8.5 for students of other institutes
Guidelines
- Please login to submit your application and view the status of your application.
- Applications need to be submitted through an online portal where applicants will upload the last semester marksheet of their current degree, a photograph, a 500-word research statement, and a brief 1-2 page resume.
- For students from other institutes, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) will also be required upon joining.
- Applicants need to mention names of five faculty members of their choice from the list of faculty members interested in having a summer intern.
FAQs
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Are MTechs eligible/Are BSc students eligible/Are final year BTech students eligible?
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No. ONLY BTech/BE/B.Arch./BS-MS/MSc students who would have done two semesters before summer 2026 and have atleast a semester remaining after summer 2026 are eligible.
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What is a research statement? Where to upload it?
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You need to mention your motivation of doing research, any research background, and areas of interest. It need not mention the specific project you are applying since you may be applying for several projects. Attach it along with resume or transcript.
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Will I get an acknowledgment? What does the status mean?
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Currently, we do not have the acknowledgment feature. If files have been uploaded and at least one priority of faculty is set, your application is considered submitted. Decision on application will come on or before 10th April.
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When will summer internship be held? Can I take leave in between?
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Internship should preferably be of 6-8 weeks. Tentative date is starting from May 20th, 2026 . Leave is not permitted during internship.
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Why the CGPA criteria cannot be relaxed? OR I am having a CGPA of 6 but I have great research credentials; why you do not consider me? OR Is CGPA everything? OR why my institute is not listed along with IITs or NITs?
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The minimum CGPA criteria CANNOT be relaxed.
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How are you going to select students?
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Selection committee will look at all your credentials based on the information provided and make decision. We cannot entertain requests for more information.
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My files are not being uploaded? OR I cannot see files after uploading?
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First check the size restrictions, prefer pdf file size less then 200 kB and max 200 kB. There are online tools available to reduce picture sizes if needed. Let us know by email or on portal if you have followed the instructions and yet not able to upload/view files.
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How to convert % to cgpa?
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Follow the usual practice of your institute, if they have a guideline in this regard. Otherwise divide % by 10.
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There is no submit button.
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Once you submit documents and set priorities, applications are considered submitted. Please make sure before uploading files as the files cannot be changed.
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I am having problems uploading files.
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Please read the instructions on portal carefully and follow the given format. You will not be able to change once uploaded. If you want to change complaint us through complaint box given on your portal.
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What will be the criteria of selection?
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Selection criteria will be determined by selection committee.
The IIT Roorkee SPARK summer research internship is a valuable opportunity for undergraduate students aiming to build a strong foundation in life science research and interdisciplinary sciences. With structured mentorship, financial support, and access to advanced laboratories at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, this program helps students transition from classroom learning to real-world research experience. For life science students aspiring toward higher studies, research careers, or biotechnology innovation, IIT Roorkee SPARK can be a defining step in shaping a successful scientific career.
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