DST-SERB Research Internship at Presidency University, Kolkata

Q: What is the DST-SERB research internship at Presidency University?

The DST-SERB research internship at Presidency University is a government-supported programme that allows students to gain practical research experience by working on academic projects under faculty mentors.

Q: Who is eligible to apply and what’s the duration?

Eligible undergraduate or postgraduate students from relevant disciplines can apply for the internship. The duration of the programme is fixed as per DST-SERB guidelines.

Q: Is there any stipend or fellowship for the internship?

Yes, selected interns may receive a stipend or fellowship as per DST-SERB norms for the duration of the research internship.

Author :

Shilpa Nigam

Last Updated on : 20 Dec 2025 11:12AM

Presidency University, Kolkata, has opened a position for a Student Intern in the Life Sciences Department under a DST-SERB (ANRF) sponsored research project and is accepting applications for this position. For more information, please visit the official Presidency University Advertisements page.

How to Apply for the Internship

The internship lasts for two months and provides a fellowship of ?5,000 per month.

Applicants must possess an M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry, with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks. Basic molecular biology techniques should be mastered, and the applicant should have an interest in either protein engineering or optogenetics.
For the application, an email should be sent to devrani.dbs@presiuniv.ac.in by December 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The application email must contain a cover letter that highlights the research interests, a recent CV, copies of academic documents, and a photo ID that are self-attested.
The last date for submission of the application is December 22, 2025. Candidates who are selected for the interview will be notified and called for an interview, which will be held on December 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM.

Dates to Remember:

Latest date for application: December 22, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Interview date: December 24, 2025 (11:00 AM)
Internship time: 2 months (December 2025 – January 2026)
Application submission: Send your application through email to Dr. Devrani Mitra using the university's official email ID