SARIP 2026 Internship Program at IIT Kanpur | Life Sciences | Apply Online
Looking for a prestigious internship program to boost your research profile? The SARIP 2026 initiative at IIT Kanpur offers postgraduate and dual-degree students an exceptional chance to work in a vibrant research ecosystem. This program is designed to nurture innovation, strengthen academic foundations, and accelerate your IIT Kanpur career journey through real-world research exposure.
About the Institute
IIT Kanpur is one of India’s premier institutions known for excellence in science, engineering, and interdisciplinary research. Through its Office of Outreach Activities (OOA), the institute promotes advanced research engagement and provides students with access to state-of-the-art laboratories, expert faculty mentorship, and global research visibility.
About the SARIP Program:
The objective of SARIP Program is to promote the culture of research and interdisciplinary education among the post graduate students. It is open to students of IIT Kanpur as well as students from other recognized academic institutions across the country. This program provides a platform to students for exploring their innovative ideas and to richly benefit from their interaction with the researchers and experts at IIT Kanpur. The state of art research environment at IIT Kanpur may influence and motivate the SARIP participants for pursuing advanced research as their career option.
- SARIP 2026 Tentative Schedule: Internship Program: May 11, 2026 to July 10, 2026.
- Advertisement: Advertisement for SARIP-2026 Internship will be released on January 28, 2026.
- Registration: Opening of Online Registration Portal: February 02, 2026 (4:00 PM) till February 22, 2026.
- Fee Payment: Registration confirmation with the payment of administrative fees: March 23 to March 29, 2026
Eligibility & Application (SARIP) for this Internship Program:
Category 1: SARIP for Non-IIT Kanpur Students
Eligibility Criteria
- Students who are in the 4th year of a 5-year Dual Degree programme
- Students who are pursuing M.Sc / M.Tech / Any Postgraduate Degree programmes
- Applicants must have a minimum CPI of 6.0 (or 60%).
- CPI up to the last completed semester, as available at the time of application, will be taken into consideration
Documents to Keep Ready (for online application)
- Recent passport-size photograph (.jpg)
- Single PDF file containing all the required documents
- Transcript(s) / Marksheet(s) supporting the cumulative CPI obtained.
- Research proposal (not more than 500 words)
- Degree Marksheet and Degree Certificate
- Dual Degree students should upload the Transcript(s) / Marksheet(s) up to the 7th semester.
- Submission of one Letter of Recommendation (LOR) is mandatory to complete the registration process.
- If a faculty member does not wish to provide the recommendation letter directly to the student, they may also send the recommendation letter via email ([email protected])
- Violation of the above rules may result in rejection of the application.
Category 2: SARIP for IIT Kanpur Students
Eligibility Criteria
- Students who are in the 4th year of a 5-year Dual Degree programme
- Students of M.Sc / M.Tech / Any Postgraduate Degree programmes
- Applicants must have a minimum CPI of 5.5.
- CPI up to the last completed semester, as available at the time of application, will be taken into consideration
Documents to Keep Ready (for online application)
- Recent passport-size photograph (.jpg)
- Single PDF file containing all the required documents
- Transcript(s) / Marksheet(s) supporting the cumulative CPI obtained.
- Research proposal (not more than 500 words)
- Degree Marksheet and Degree Certificate
- Dual Degree students should upload the Transcript(s) / Marksheet(s) up to the 7th semester.
Important Notes for this Internship Program:
- Letter of Recommendation (LOR) is not required for IITK participants. However, the names of two potential referees (IITK faculty) must be provided in the application form.
- IIT Kanpur students enrolled in Academic Summer Courses are generally not permitted to participate in SARIP.
- Students with CPI ≥ 8.5 may be allowed to undertake SARIP along with a summer course, subject to mentor consent.
- Violation of the above rules may result in rejection of the application..
The SARIP 2026 internship program is a golden opportunity for postgraduate students aiming to strengthen their research portfolio and build a strong IIT Kanpur career pathway. With access to world-class mentorship and facilities, this internship can significantly enhance your academic and professional trajectory. Apply before the deadline and take a decisive step toward advanced research excellence.
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