The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali invites applications for its Summer Research Program 2025. This program offers an opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to gain hands-on research experience under the mentorship of IISER Mohali faculty members. The program aims to introduce students to research methodologies, interdisciplinary coursework, and a collaborative scientific environment.
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Program Details:
Duration:
- The summer research program will run from May 15, 2025, to July 22, 2025.
- The minimum duration is six weeks, while the maximum duration is eight weeks.
- Students must ensure availability during these dates, as flexibility outside this time frame is not permitted.
Program Components:
The Summer Research Program 2025 consists of two key components:
- Research Work: Students will undertake research projects under the guidance of IISER Mohali faculty members.
- Interdisciplinary Coursework: A series of lectures will be conducted by faculty members from various disciplines.
Certificate:
Students who successfully complete the program and submit a final research report (approved by their supervisor) will receive a certificate from IISER Mohali.
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Important Dates
- Application Deadline: March 28, 2025 (11:59 PM IST)
- Program Start Date: May 15, 2025
- Program End Date: July 22, 2025
Eligibility Criteria:
The program is open to students currently enrolled in the following academic programs:
- BSc (Second Year/Third Year)
- MSc (First Year)
- BTech (any year)
- Five-Year PG Program
- Other equivalent programs
Students must have a strong academic record and an interest in research.
Fields of Research:
Applicants must choose a subject domain that aligns with their academic interests. The available research domains include: Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science,Humanities, Mathematics, Physics Other related fields.
Selection Process:
Applicants will be selected based on:
- Academic Performance
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Alignment with IISER Mohali’s Research Interests
- Availability of Faculty Members
Financial Support and Accommodation
Your selection for the summer program may be under the following categories.
Category A: Applicants having their own scholarship to support themselves financially toward pursuing summer programs.
Category B: A number of applicants may be supported, on a competitive basis, through SSR-SERB grants of individual faculty members.
Category C: Rest of the applicants.
IISER Mohali will not provide any other stipend/fellowship/financial support for food, travel etc. Students may avail services of IISER Mohali Hostel Mess on payment basis.
Accommodation: IISER Mohali will provide a free of cost accommodation to the students in Category C. Other students will have to pay nominal accommodation charges through scholarship/grant that supports them.
Steps to Fill the Application Form
- Personal Details: Enter name, email, mobile number, and correspondence address.
- Academic Status:
- Select your current academic program (BSc, MSc, BTech, etc.).
- Mention your year of study.
- Choose your subject of interest.
- Academic Performance:
- Provide your undergraduate/PG percentage or grade points.
- Mention the grading scale used.
- Enter details of your college/university.
- List any academic or research achievements.
- Academic Interests:
- Mention main courses/subjects studied during UG/PG.
- Select the faculty member from IISER Mohali with whom you want to work.
- Research faculty members before applying (Faculty list available on IISER Mohali’s website).
- Statement of Purpose (SOP):
- Write a concise SOP (max 1500 characters) explaining why you want to join the program and your preferred research topics.
- Avoid generic statements, as competitive filtering will be done.
- Scholarship Details:
- Indicate whether you have an independent scholarship (e.g., KVPY, DISHA, etc.).
- If yes, provide details.
- Submit the Application: Ensure all details are correctly entered and submit the form before the deadline
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