NISER Summer Internship Programme (NSIP) 2026 > Active Registration, Research Areas & Student Eligibility

The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) Bhubaneswar has officially opened the registration window for the NISER Summer Internship Programme (NSIP) 2026. The application link went live on 25 February 2026 giving undergraduate and postgraduate students from across India the opportunity to participate in a two-month research internship under expert faculty members. The internship will take place from 16 May to 15 July 2026 and applicant must secure a faculty mentor’s consent before applying.

Candidate Eligibility Details

School / Centre	Minimum Qualification
Biological Sciences	UG/PG students with Biological Sciences/Biotechnology as major
Chemical Sciences	UG/PG students with Chemical Sciences/Chemical Engineering as major
Computer Sciences	UG/PG students with Computer Science/Computer Engineering as major
Earth & Planetary Sciences	UG/PG students with Earth & Planetary Sciences as major
Humanities & Social Sciences	UG/PG students with English/Economics/Psychology/Sociology as major
Mathematical Sciences	UG/PG students with Mathematics as major
Physical Sciences	UG/PG students with Physics/Material Science/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering as major
CMRP	UG/PG students with Radiation Physics as major

NISER Summer Internship 2026 Schedule

Event	Date
Application Portal Activated	25 February 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Form	10 April 2026
Last Date for Reference Letters	10 April 2026
Shortlisted Candidates List	20–25 April 2026
Internship Duration	16 May – 15 July 2026

How to Apply Online for NSIP 2026

The online application process is completely digital and requires students to upload documents and reference letters. The steps to apply are given below.

Step 1: Visit the official NISER website (www.niser.ac.in) and open the NSIP 2026 notification or directly access the Google Form link provided for registration.
Step 2: Explore the research fields of various Schools and shortlist the faculty members whose work matches your academic interests.
Step 3: Email the selected faculty (PI) and obtain their consent or approval letter before applying.
Step 4: Download the prescribed Bonafide-Cum-No Objection Certificate available in the notification and get it issued by your institution’s competent authority.
Step 5: Fill the online Google Form carefully, enter all academic details and upload the scanned NOC document.
Step 6: Arrange two reference letters from referees. These must be emailed directly by the referees to the respective School’s programme coordinator before 10 April 2026.

Financial Support & Internship Benefits

Details	Benefits
Monthly Stipend	₹5,000 for selected interns
Travel Assistance	Return Second Class Sleeper train fare after successful completion
Accommodation	Hostel facility at ₹30/day (subject to availability)
Certificate	Project Completion Certificate

Documents Required for NSIP 2026

Applicants must prepare the documents before submitting the form which includes faculty acceptance/consent letter, bonafide cum NOC on official college letterhead, recent academic transcripts, updated CV, two reference letters (sent directly by referees).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for NISER Summer Internship Programme (NSIP) 2026?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application and ensure reference letters are sent is 10 April 2026.

Q2. How long is the NSIP internship period?
Ans. The internship will be conducted from 16 May to 15 July 2026, lasting two months.

Q3. Does NISER provide any stipend to interns?
Ans. Yes, a stipend of ₹5,000 per month may be provided to selected interns along with travel support for Second Class Sleeper fare.

Important Links

Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	https://www.niser.ac.in
WhatsApp Group	Click Here
Telegram Group	Click Here