As part of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s holistic education approach, students are encouraged to take part in internships that provide real-world experience alongside their academic learning. One of ISRO’s leading centres, the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), offers such valuable opportunities through its Internship Scheme and Student Project Trainee Program.
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Internship Scheme at URSC
URSC offers short-term internships for students pursuing UG, PG, or PhD degrees, aiming to provide hands-on experience related to space technology and satellite systems.
Eligibility Criteria
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Must be a citizen of India.
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Must be a regular on-campus student enrolled in a recognized University/Institution (India or Abroad).
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A student who has completed UG/PG within the last 6 months of the application. -
Students from 5th semester or 3rd year onwards are eligible to apply.
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Must have at least 60% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.32/10.
Internship Duration
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Minimum: 15 days
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Maximum: 45 days
Facilities Not Provided
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No stipend or financial assistance
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No transport or canteen facility
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No accommodation
Important Notes
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Internships are project-based and slot-limited.
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First-come, first-served selection policy applies.
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Availability is subject to project alignment with the student’s area of study.
Documents Required (for Internship)
To apply, students must upload the following documents:
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All previous semester marksheets
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Resume
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Permission/request letter from the Principal or Head of Department (with college seal), mentioning:
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Student’s name
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Course and semester
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Purpose and proposed duration of internship
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Current Status
The application portal is currently CLOSED for the window 01 July – 30 September 2025, due to high volume.
Next window opens on 01 August 2025 at 10:00 AM, for internships scheduled between 01 October – 31 December 2025.
URSC Student Project Trainee Scheme
URSC also offers a Project Trainee Scheme for students who wish to complete their final-year/semester project work in a practical research environment.
🧾 Eligibility & Duration
| Degree | Eligibility | Minimum Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BE / BTech | Completed 6th semester | 45 days |
| ME / MTech | Completed 1st semester | 120 days |
| BSc / Diploma | Final-year students only | 45 days |
| MSc | Completed 1st semester | 120 days |
| PhD | Completed course work | 30 days |
Minimum Academic Requirement:
Aggregate 60% or CGPA 6.32/10.
Project Allotment Policy
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Based on availability of projects/facilities and relevance to student’s course.
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Slots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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No financial assistance, stipend, or accommodation will be provided.
How to Apply (Project Trainee)
Students must send their:
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Resume
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Request letter from the institution
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All semester marksheets
Send via post or email to:
Head, HRDD, PPEG
UR Rao Satellite Centre (URSC)
#17, Old Airport Road, Vimanapura Post
Bengaluru – 560017
Email: hrddoffice[at]ursc[dot]gov[dot]in
Dedline
Internships and project opportunities at URSC-ISRO are a golden chance for students to experience India’s top space research environment. If you’re driven by curiosity and committed to learning beyond textbooks, start preparing early, and be ready to apply when the portal reopens.
Mark your calendars – the next opportunity begins 01 August 2025 at 10:00 AM!