The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), a premier institute under the Department of Space (DoS), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has announced the IIRS External Student Internship Program 2025. This prestigious internship aims to provide hands-on research experience and advanced training to meritorious students pursuing higher studies in science, technology, engineering, and allied disciplines. The program offers a golden opportunity to work under the mentorship of ISRO scientists and gain practical exposure to space technology, remote sensing, and geospatial applications.
About the IIRS External Student Internship Program 2025
The IIRS External Student Internship Program 2025 is designed to nurture young scientific talent by allowing students to work on real-time projects at ISRO’s Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, located in Dehradun. The internship provides exposure to advanced technologies like GIS (Geographic Information Systems), satellite data processing, remote sensing applications, and space research methodologies.
The selected students will receive comprehensive mentorship, access to cutting-edge research laboratories, and an official completion certificate from IIRS upon successful completion of the internship.
Eligibility Criteria for IIRS Internship 2025
To be eligible for the IIRS External Student Internship Program 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Must be pursuing UG/PG/PhD from a recognized university/institution (India or abroad) in Science or Technology disciplines, or have completed their degree within six months of application.
- Must have secured at least 60% aggregate marks or a CGPA of 6.32 on a 10-point scale.
Semester/Program-Specific Eligibility
- BE/BTech (Engineering): Completed the 6th semester.
- ME/MTech: Completed the 1st semester.
- BSc/Diploma: Only final-year students are eligible.
- MSc: Completed the 1st semester.
- PhD scholars: Should have completed coursework.
(Note: Only Indian nationals are eligible for the internship program.)
Benefits of IIRS External Internship 2025
Selected candidates of the IIRS Student Internship 2025 will gain a rare opportunity to experience India’s space and remote sensing ecosystem. The benefits include:
- Hands-on training in space technology and remote sensing applications
- Mentorship from ISRO scientists and domain experts
- Access to state-of-the-art research laboratories
- Exposure to live ISRO projects and research assignments
- Networking opportunities with top space researchers
- An official training certificate from IIRS, ISRO
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must prepare and upload the following documents at the time of application:
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Academic transcripts and mark sheets
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current college/institute
- Recommendation letter from the institution
- Three passport-size color photographs (to be submitted at the time of joining)
- Original copies of academic certificates (for verification)
- Institution/College ID card
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 31st October 2025
Candidates are advised to complete the online application before the deadline and ensure all required documents are uploaded correctly.
The IIRS External Student Internship Program 2025 offers an exceptional opportunity for aspiring scientists and engineers to engage in space research and remote sensing projects under ISRO’s guidance. This internship not only builds technical expertise but also fosters innovation, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of India’s advancements in space technology, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
