{"id":30042,"date":"2026-08-07T12:38:11","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T07:08:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/?p=30042"},"modified":"2026-08-07T12:38:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T07:08:13","slug":"nptel-winter-internship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/","title":{"rendered":"NPTEL Winter Internship 2026: Eligibility, Stipend, Application Process &amp; Certificate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NPTEL-Winter-Internship-Program-1024x427.png\" alt=\"NPTEL Winter Internship 2026\" class=\"wp-image-30045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NPTEL-Winter-Internship-Program-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NPTEL-Winter-Internship-Program-672x280.png 672w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/NPTEL-Winter-Internship-Program.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Summary<\/strong>: The NPTEL Winter Internship offers Elite-Gold certified NPTEL learners an opportunity to gain hands-on research experience under faculty members from IITs, IISc, IISERs, IIITs, and other NPTEL institutes. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online, with in-person internships offering stipends of up to \u20b945,000 and successful interns receiving a certificate along with valuable research exposure.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#About_the_Program\" >About the Program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#Who_Can_Apply\" >Who Can Apply?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#Key_Highlights\" >Key Highlights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#How_to_Apply_for_the_NPTEL_Winter_Internship\" >How to Apply for the NPTEL Winter Internship<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#What_Does_the_Selection_Process_Look_Like\" >What Does the Selection Process Look Like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#What_Happens_After_the_Internship_Program\" >What Happens After the Internship Program?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#Roles_You_May_Explore_After_Completing_the_Program\" >Roles You May Explore After Completing the Program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nptel-winter-internship\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Program\"><\/span><strong>About the Program<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The NPTEL Winter Internship provides eligible learners with an opportunity to gain research experience under the guidance of faculty members from IITs, IISc, IISERs, IIITs, and other NPTEL course-offering institutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The internship is generally offered during the winter (November &#8211; January) and summer (May &#8211; July) semester breaks, depending on faculty availability and institute resources. Eligible learners from the January &#8211; April semester are considered for the Winter Internship, while learners from the July &#8211; October semester are considered for the Summer Internship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learners who qualify through eligible NPTEL courses may be invited to undertake research projects at NPTEL course-offering institutes under the supervision of course instructors.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large desktop-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-web-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply web banner\" class=\"wp-image-25333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-672x133.jpg 672w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1536x305.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-2048x406.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mobile-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-mobile-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"356\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-mobile-1.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply mobile banner\" class=\"wp-image-25334\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Apply\"><\/span><strong>Who Can Apply?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for the NPTEL Winter <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/what-is-an-internship\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">Internship<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates must have completed an NPTEL course.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secured the Elite-Gold certification to be eligible to apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The internship is open only to students and faculty members based on the profession they selected during course enrollment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students are eligible only for in-person internships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty members who cannot take leave from their institution may be considered for virtual internships, wherever feasible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Persons with Disabilities (PwD) may also be considered for virtual internships, subject to feasibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates enrolled in eligible NPTEL courses during the January &#8211; April semester may be considered for the NPTEL winter internship, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>Key Highlights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 weeks (Decided by the course instructor)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stipend:<\/strong> Up to \u20b945,000 for in-person internships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Virtual Internship: <\/strong>No <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/what-is-a-stipend-in-india\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">stipend<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Certificate: <\/strong>Internship certificate upon successful completion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location: <\/strong>IITs, IISc, IISERs, IIITs, and other NPTEL course-offering institutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Mode: <\/strong>Online (by invitation)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_the_NPTEL_Winter_Internship\"><\/span><strong>How to Apply for the <\/strong><strong>NPTEL Winter Internship<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible candidates can apply for the NPTEL winter internship by following these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The NPTEL office first checks with the course instructor to confirm whether they can accept interns from the Elite-Gold category of their course.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the instructor agrees, NPTEL emails the eligible candidates with the application process and internship schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the Winter Internship, NPTEL generally sends application emails in October.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before applying, ensure your college academic calendar allows you to undertake the internship and obtain approval from your college authorities, if required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit your online application along with the following documents:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Updated <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/what-is-a-resume\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">resume<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Last two semester grade cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statement of Purpose (SOP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NPTEL course certificate<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>NPTEL generally sends internship communication by October for winter internships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_the_Selection_Process_Look_Like\"><\/span><strong>What Does the Selection Process Look Like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection process for the NPTEL winter internship typically involves the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The course instructor reviews the applications received from eligible candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates are shortlisted based on their submitted documents, <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/personal-interview-questions\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">personal interview<\/a>, or any other evaluation method decided by the instructor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The course instructor&#8217;s decision regarding the selection is final and binding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selected candidates receive an official internship offer letter, with a copy shared with their respective college authorities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stipend Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The NPTEL winter internship provides a stipend only for in-person internships. Virtual internships do not offer any stipend<strong>.<\/strong> The stipend varies based on the internship duration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>2-week internship:<\/strong> \u20b97,500<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4-week internship:<\/strong> \u20b915,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>6-week internship:<\/strong> \u20b922,500<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>8-week internship:<\/strong> \u20b930,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>10-week internship:<\/strong> \u20b937,500<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>12-week internship:<\/strong> \u20b945,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_After_the_Internship_Program\"><\/span><strong>What Happens After the Internship Program?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After successfully completing the NPTEL winter internship, interns receive an internship certificate and practical research experience under faculty members from leading institutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To complete the internship successfully, candidates must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Submit the final <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-an-internship-report\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">internship report<\/a> to the supervising professor for approval.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share the approved report with the NPTEL office along with a passport-size photograph.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit banking and PAN details for stipend processing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain regular attendance and receive positive feedback from the course instructor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> During the internship, candidates must report to the local NPTEL office or confirm their joining via email (depending on the institute) and mark their attendance daily through the NPTEL portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large desktop-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-web-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply web banner\" class=\"wp-image-25333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-672x133.jpg 672w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1536x305.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-2048x406.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mobile-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-mobile-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"356\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-mobile-1.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply mobile banner\" class=\"wp-image-25334\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roles_You_May_Explore_After_Completing_the_Program\"><\/span><strong>Roles You May Explore After Completing the Program<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the NPTEL winter internship, candidates may explore roles such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Research Intern<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/research-assistant-cover-letter\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nptel-winter-internship&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">Research Associate<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Assistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduate Research Assistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical Research Associate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engineer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teaching Assistant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786084841883\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the benefits of pursuing the NPTEL winter internship program?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The program provides research experience under faculty from leading institutes, practical exposure, an internship certificate, and a stipend for eligible in-person internships.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786084844156\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How will interns be supervised during the internship?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Interns are supervised by the assigned course instructor or faculty member throughout the internship.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786084845403\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is there any chance of getting hired after completing the TEC internship?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The internship does not offer direct placement or hiring opportunities after completion.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786084894013\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Who can apply for the NPTEL Winter Internship?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Only NPTEL course toppers and learners who have secured the Elite-Gold certification are eligible to apply. Students are considered for in-person internships, while faculty members and eligible PwD candidates may be considered for virtual internships.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786084902707\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does NPTEL provide accommodation during the internship?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NPTEL tries to arrange hostel accommodation within the institute, subject to availability. If accommodation is unavailable, candidates must make their own arrangements. Local NPTEL offices at select IITs and IISc may assist candidates in finding accommodation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1786084912440\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How are candidates selected for the NPTEL Winter Internship?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Course instructors select candidates based on the submitted documents, personal interview (if applicable), or any other suitable evaluation method. 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