IITM Summer Fellowship Programme The IITM - Summer Fellowship Programme of two months with a stipend is designed to enhance awareness and interest in high-quality academic research among young Engineering, Management, Sciences and Humanities students through a goal-oriented summer mini-project undertaken at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. Eligibility Criteria Candidates pursuing 3rd year of UG (BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engg) or 3rd or 4th year of Integrated/Dual Degree in Masters Programme (M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc) programme. 1st year of M.Sc./M.A, MBA with outstanding academic background in terms of high ranks in University examinations are encouraged to apply, highlighting their academic performance and achievement including papers presented at seminars, projects executed, design contests participated, score/rank in Mathematics Olympiad and any other awards/distinctions obtained. IIT students are not eligible to apply. Project Duration The programme is likely to commence from 18th May 2026 to 17th July 2026. Participating Departments Engineering Departments Aerospace Engg Applied Mechanics & Biomedical Engg. Bio Technology Chemical Engg. Civil Engg. Computer Science & Engg. Data Science and AI Engineering Design Electrical Engg. Mechanical Engg. Medical Science and Technology Metallurgical & Materials Engg. Ocean Engg. Science Departments Physics Chemistry Mathematics Humanities & Social Sciences Management Studies Stipend A sum of Rs.15000/- per month will be given as stipend for a maximum period of 2 months, prorated for the actual period of internship at IIT Madras. Hostel Hostel and Mess facility will be provided on payment basis, subject to availability. Application Last Date The last date for online submission: 02.03.2026 at 5.00 p.m. For more details visit IITM Summer Fellowship Programme Source: IITM Summer Fellowship Programme