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Important Dates

Online Portal opens on	February 28, 2025
Application Submission Deadline	April 01 April 21, 2025
Program Commencement	May 01, 2025

About the Programme

We are excited to introduce the Institute Internship Programme 2025 (Hybrid mode) (iINT-'25) at IIIT Kottayam! This program is designed to inspire and engage both undergraduate and postgraduate students in the exciting world of research and innovation.

Over the course of four to eight weeks, you will have the chance to work closely with your mentor. You can join us in person at the IIIT Kottayam campus for two weeks, or feel free to work online from wherever you feel most comfortable! If you are passionate about exploring new ideas, we encourage you to dive into interdisciplinary research. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with various research groups, which will really boost your research experience.

Eligibility

Institute Internship 2025 is open to all students who are currently undergoing undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Engineering, Computer Applications, and Mathematics.

Internship Fee

• Programme Fee: ₹5000/- (Rupees Five Thousand only)..

• Payment is to be done ONLINE only.

• Fee once paid will not be refunded.

Documents required before registration

The student must be ready with the following documents before initiating the registration process.

1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume of the student.

2. Consent from the Mentor of IIIT Kottayam – Follow the procedure given below to obtain the Consent Form.

   Step 1: Students shall select a mentor from among the faculties working in the same area of interest and contact them through e-mail given in the Faculty Profile
   Step 2: Get consent (e-signed copy) from the mentor in the prescribed format.Click here

3. Internship Fee Payment Receipt – after payment via SBI Fee Collect.

4. Bonafide Certificate and NoC from the Institute where the student is undergoing the current course, in the prescribed format.
   Click here for Bonafide Certificate Format
   Click here for NoC Format

How to Apply?

Step 1: Register online through https://internship.iiitkottayam.ac.in/

Step 2: Click on the “Register” button, and enter the details of the Intern.

Step 3: Once the registration is complete, a verification e-mail will be sent to the registered e-mail. Click on the link provided in the email. The page will be automatically redirected to the login page. The Intern may login using the login credentials.

Step 4: : Enter the details asked on the forms and upload all the necessary documents and then click on Final Submit. You will get an application confirmation email with Application Number.

Fee Payment

Applicants can pay the fee through SBI Collect by following the steps below:

• Goto https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm
  Select: State -> Kerala, Type of Institution -> Educational Institution, Institution name -> IIIT Kottayam, Payment Category -> Institute Internship Fee
  

After payment, note down the transaction number(DU Number) and save the receipt as a pdf document. You will need to enter the transaction number(DU Number) during your application submission process.

Online Portal opens on	February 28, 2025
Application Submission Deadline	April 01 April 21, 2025
Program Commencement	May 01, 2025

Please note the following

• To create a new account, please provide a valid email address. A system-generated email will be sent to your registered address with further instructions. Be sure to check both your Inbox and Spam folder for any communications, and mark them as "Not Spam" if necessary.

• Only those who have successfully completed and submitted the Internship Report will be issued the E-internship certificate

• In case of non-receipt of emails and technical queries, please contact itsupport@iiitkottayam.ac.in.

• For queries related to the internship programme please contact internship@iiitkottayam.ac.in.

Contact Us

Dr. Cinu C Kiliroor

Faculty In-Charge (Internship)

Internship Programme-2025

e-mail: internship@iiitkottayam.ac.in

web: www.iiitkottayam.ac.in

Phone: +91 482 220 2204 / 2137

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is eligible to apply for the Internship Program?

   Ans: All undergraduate and postgraduate students currently enrolled in courses in Engineering, Computer Applications, and Mathematics are eligible to apply.

2. Can students from Arts or Science backgrounds apply?

   Ans: Yes, students from Arts or Science backgrounds may apply as long as they are interested in interdisciplinary research, and have sufficient pre-requisite knowledge for the selected area.

3. How do I find a mentor from IIIT Kottayam?

   Ans: To find a mentor, first identify your area of research interest. Then, choose faculty members who work in that area by consulting the faculty profile list on the Institute's website. You can contact the faculty via the email address or phone number provided.

4. Can I contact more than one faculty mentor?

   Ans: Yes, you may contact multiple faculty members. However, please inform the other faculty members once you receive consent from one of them.

5. Should I get both the Bonafide Certificate and the NoC from my college/university?

   Ans: Yes, it is mandatory to submit both the Bonafide Certificate and the NoC in the prescribed format.

6. Is there a shortlisting process after the registration is completed?

   Ans: No, there is no shortlisting after the registration is completed. Once you have paid the registration fee and uploaded the mandatory documents, including the fee receipt and the consent form signed by your mentor, your registration process will be complete. You will receive an onboarding email before the official start of the internship.

7. Is it mandatory to submit the Joining Report?

   Ans: Yes, along with the onboarding email, the intern will receive a Joining Report. The intern should discuss the start date of the internship with their mentor. The Joining Report should be signed by the mentor and emailed to academics2@iiitkottayam.ac.in.

8. What is the procedure for availing an offline internship?

   Ans: Please discuss your preferred start date for the offline internship with your mentor. Before you arrive at the institute, confirm the availability of the hostel facility with the internship team through your mentor. Make sure to communicate your arrival date to internship@iiitkottayam.ac.in.

9. Is it mandatory to avail hostel facility during the offline internship?

   Ans: No, provided the intern is staying in the close vicinity of the Institute.

10. Is it necessary to use the mess facility if I avail of the hostel facility?

    Ans: Yes, it is mandatory to use both the hostel and mess facilities. Payments for both facilities should be made upon arrival at the institute campus.

11. What is the hostel accommodation like?

    Ans: Interns will be provided with in-house accommodation options, which may be single or shared, upon making the necessary payment.

12. What is the duration of the Internship programme?

    Ans: The duration of the Internship is four to eight weeks.

13. What is the duration of the offline mode?

    Ans: The offline internship lasts for two weeks. No extensions will be granted. Please note that the offline mode is available only from May to mid-July.

14. What will be the process for grievance redressal, if any?

    Ans: The matter will be referred to the respective faculty mentor and FIC – Institute Grievance Committee. The decision of the Institution authority/grievance committee will be final and binding on the interns.

15. Will I be awarded a certificate once the internship is complete?

    Ans: An E-certificate will be awarded upon successful submission and approval of the Internship Report by the mentor.