IIT Gandhinagar Visiting Students Research Engagement Programme 2026-27

IIT Gandhinagar invites applications for its newly launched Visiting Students Research Engagement Programme for the upcoming academic year 2026-27. This program is specifically designed to provide high-performing final-year undergraduate and integrated masters students with a platform to engage in intensive research projects alongside expert faculty.

Why Join This Programme?

• Research Excellence: Work on real-world projects in a world-class academic environment.
• Earn While You Learn: Secure a stipend of Rs. 5,000 per quad (up to 4 quads) based on your academic performance (Grade B or above).
• Credit Transfer: Earn up to 16 research credits (IN 497) that can be integrated into your degree.
• Zero Tuition Fees: Focus entirely on your research without the burden of tuition costs at the host institute.
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Who Can Apply?

• Final-year students of B.Tech/BS/Integrated Masters from IITs, IISc, IISERs, and NITs.
• Candidates must maintain a minimum CPI/CGPA of 8.0 at the end of their pre-final year.
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Logistics:

While tuition is waived, students will be responsible for their own hostel and mess fees. This is a residential program located at the beautiful IIT Gandhinagar campus in Palaj, Gujarat.

Deadline: May 06, 2026 | 5:00 PM IST

Source: https://iitgn.ac.in/admissions/visiting-students-research-engagement-programme