Basic Details
ICMR-NIHR, Jodhpur invites applications from eligible postgraduate students for Dissertation / Internship Training for a period of 2 months & 6 months. This program provides structured research exposure in the field of Non-Communicable Diseases, Public Health, Epidemiology, Implementation Research, Biostatistics, Laboratory Sciences, Nutrition, Social & Behavioral Sciences, and Biomedical Research.
Eligibility & Programme Details
6-Month Programme
Final semester Postgraduate students (M.Sc., MPH, M.Tech, etc.) from recognized Universities/Colleges/Institutes in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Public Health & Allied Subjects or any other relevant field.
2-Month Programme
Undergraduate and Postgraduate students in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Public Health & Allied Subjects or any other relevant field from any recognized institute.
| S.No. | Programme | Sessions | Duration | Slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Internship / Dissertation |
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6 Months | 20 Slots |
| 2 | Internship / Observership |
|
2 Months | 20 Slots |
Internship Programmes
| S.No. | Programme Title | Status | Last Date | Duration | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Internship / Dissertation July-December 2026 Expired | Closed (Date Passed) |
31 May 2026 Application Closed |
Six months |
Application Process
- 1. Interested candidates are required to submit the application form. There is no application fee for submitting the application form.
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2. The candidate must submit the duly filled application Form attested and endorsed by the Head of the Institution/Department.
*Applications without official endorsement/attestation will not be considered. -
3. Along with the application form, applicants must include:
- A brief Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A mandatory 500-word Statement of Purpose (SOP) indicating research interest and motivation.
- 4. Detailed information regarding application timelines, submission deadlines, selection process, and commencement dates will be notified through the Advertisement/Notification of the respective session.
- 5. Candidates may check the Active Session / Current Advertisement section below for ongoing application opportunities.
General Terms & Conditions
- 1. Each selected student will be assigned a mentor and shall work exclusively under the guidance of the assigned mentor.
- 2. A minimum of 80% attendance is mandatory for the successful completion of the program.
- 3. The number of seats may be increased or decreased at any moment by the approval of the competent Authority.
- 4. Candidates are encouraged to prepare and publish manuscripts with the assistance and guidance of their assigned mentors only.
- 5. Each selected candidate will be required to present one paper every week as per the Journal Club schedule.
- 6. A weekly lecture series will be conducted by an ICMR Scientist as part of the academic program.
- 7. Students must strictly adhere to all laboratory rules, regulations, working hours, and safety protocols.
- 7. Students must strictly adhere to all laboratory rules, regulations, working hours, and safety protocols.
- 8. Hostel and guest house facilities are not available at present. The selected candidates must make their own accommodation arrangements.
- 9. Students are required to present their research work and submit a dissertation/internship report at the end of the training.
- 10. No financial support, stipend, hostel, boarding, or lodging facilities will be provided.
- 11. ICMR–NIHR reserves the right to terminate the engagement of any student at any stage in case of non-compliance.
- 12. Canvassing in any form and at any stage will lead to the direct disqualification of the candidate.
Contact Information
Dr. Janesh Kumar Gautam
Scientist-C & Academic Officer
academic-niirncd@icmr.gov.in
0291-2729739