The UGC Guidelines for Internship/Research Internship for Undergraduate Students were issued by the University Grants Commission to strengthen experiential learning, employability, innovation, and research exposure for undergraduate students under NEP 2020.

Key Highlights of the Guidelines

Objectives

• Bridge the gap between academic learning and industry/research practice
• Improve employability and practical skills
• Promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and research culture
• Encourage industry-academia collaboration
• Provide exposure to real work environments

Types of Internships

The guidelines recognize multiple categories:

• Industry Internship
• Research Internship
• Community Engagement Internship
• Entrepreneurship Internship
• Government/NGO Internship
• Laboratory or Field-based Internship

Duration & Credits

• Internship/research internship is integrated into UG curriculum
• Recommended:
• 2–4 credits minimum within UG programmes
• Flexible duration depending on programme structure
• Research internships may include faculty-guided projects and field/lab work.

Expected Learning Outcomes

Students should gain:

• Technical and professional skills
• Communication and teamwork abilities
• Problem-solving capacity
• Research aptitude
• Ethical and professional conduct

Roles & Responsibilities

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)

• Identify and approve internship organizations
• Appoint faculty mentors/coordinators
• Ensure monitoring and evaluation
• Maintain internship records/documentation

Internship Provider

• Assign supervisors
• Provide meaningful tasks/training
• Evaluate intern performance
• Issue completion certificates

Students

• Maintain discipline and attendance
• Submit reports/logbooks
• Complete assigned work ethically and professionally

Evaluation Components

Assessment may include:

• Attendance and participation
• Supervisor evaluation
• Internship diary/logbook
• Presentation/viva
• Final report/project submission

The CUSAT Summer Internship Programme 2026 is a 4-week project-based training designed for students who want hands-on exposure in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning.

Details of the Internship

• June 1 – June 26, 2026
• Open for B.Tech, BCA, MCA & Integrated MSc students
• Last date to apply: May 29, 2026
• Fee: 6,000/-

A 4-week, project-based summer training program in Artificial Intelligence (Al) & Machine Learning (ML), hosted by the Department of Computer Science at Cochin University of Science and Technology

Who Can Apply?

Students currently studying

• B.Tech
• BCA
• MCA
• 5-year Integrated MSc

Contact 0484-2862301 or email csdir@cusat.ac.in

Campuzine Scholars Edu Hub Launches Admission Enquiry Support Platform for Students Across Kerala

Campuzine Scholars Edu Hub LLP, First Faculty Startup, has launched a dedicated Admission Enquiry Support Platform aimed at helping Degree and PG aspirants connect with higher education opportunities across Kerala and beyond.

Born from the vision to bridge the gap between the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) functioning in India, Campuzine proudly joins hands with the Mahatma Gandhi University Innovation Foundation to strengthen academic connectivity, student support, and institutional collaboration.

The initiative is led by a team of experienced teachers and tech-savvy professionals who apply their intellect, innovation, and expertise to hand down a better world to the next generation through quality education support systems and digital academic solutions.

The newly launched admission support platform enables students to:

• Submit Degree & PG admission enquiries
• Receive career guidance and admission counselling
• Get updates on courses, eligibility, and admission procedures
• Access scholarship and hostel information
• Connect with institutions and academic experts
• Stay updated about internships, events, and academic opportunities

Campuzine Scholars Edu Hub LLP continues its mission of empowering students, educators, and institutions through innovative academic services, digital networking, and collaborative educational initiatives.

For admission enquiries and academic support:

? Contact: 8848555234

? WhatsApp: 9846066767

“Learn. Grow. Succeed. Together for a Better Tomorrow.”

Organizer: English Language Teachers Association of India, HYDERABAD CENTRAL CHAPTER In Collaboration with Dept. of English Government City College (A), Hyderabad.

About the Competition

• There is no registration fee.
• The event will be in hybrid mode (offline and online) with Truth PRA
• Online events will be conducted on 26.03.2026
• Offline events will be conducted on 30.03.2026
• Certificates and prizes will be presented on 30.03.2026 during the valedictory ceremony
• The winners of the online events will be required to attend the TIRET valedictory ceremony to receive certificates and prizes
• The participants are requested to register for the events they are interested in by filling the google form and join the WhatsApp group created for the purpose.
• All the updates will be shared in the WhatsApp group
• The Online events commence from 6.30 P. M onwards
• Join with the link shared to you on WhatsApp The Offline events will be conducted from 10.00 A.M onwards on 30-03- 2026

Online Reading Competition (26.03.2026 6:30 P.M. onwards)

• Reciting a poem rhythmically with proper intonation and pause
• Tongue twisters (fun for pronunciation practice)
• Fast/Speed reading aloud
• Summarizing a text in a single sentencer
• Giving a title to a prose text/poe
• Giving a conclusion or ending to a text
• Drawing a message/moral from a text
• Analyzing social media posts
• Analyzing pamphlets, brochures, flyers, Visiting card, Job Notification or menu cards
• Railway/Flight arrivals/departures study
• Tour itinerary preparation
• Quiz on reading

Offline Reading Competitions (30.03.2026-10 A.M. onwards)

• Loudreading with proper intonation, pause and stress
• Loudreading with proper intonation, pause and stress
• Letter jumbling and word jumbling
• Scavenger Hunt-Dictionary Skills.
• Associated Vocabulary (kitchen, library etc.)
• Cloze reading
• Translation of words / sentences.
• Presenting a Book Review.
• Presenting a Movie Review.
• Providing genre wise book list
• Reading comprehension.
• Creative corner.(write a poem/short story/novel idea/innovative logo related to reading)

Regards

Dr. Adi Ramesh Babu, Associate Professor Head, Dept. of English Govt.City College (A)

Prof. Ch Prasad, Pricipal Govt. City college(A)

Dr. B. Krishna Chandra Keerthi, Convenor, EHC Asso. Prof, Dept of English Govt. City College (A) Hyderabad 

Organizer: SMS-CUSAT

About the Competition

Theme: Build the Brand of SMS-CUSAT 

• Create a professional reel that showcases the academic strength, legacy, leadership culture, innovation, placements, and overall impact of 90 seconds. 
• Vertical (Instagram Reel format) Professional & formal presentation Original content only. 
• No informal / meme /controversial content 
• Deadline: 28 February 2026 (11:59 PM) 

Prizes ₹5000 ₹3000 | ₹2000

• 3 Selected reels will be posted on the official SMS-CUSAT Instagram page. Engagement (Views + Likes within 7 days) will be considered in evaluation.

Submission Email: digitalstrategycell@gmail.com Include: Name(s), Batch, Contact Number Subject: Reel Competition - Your Name 

For queries: Vaisakh V 7356710712 Athul S-9074025744

Organizer: IIT Kharagpur

About the Programme

KGP Forge, a startup acceleration program led by z21 Ventures—a venture capital firm founded by the esteemed IIT Kharagpur alumni—and coordinated by the Rajendra Mishra School of Engineering Entrepreneurship-RMSoEE, is announcing the call for applications for the 2025-2026 cohort. This opportunity is exclusive to the IIT Kharagpur ecosystem (students, faculty, and alumni, with the option of external co-founders in special cases) seeking to accelerate their ventures.

The program aims to support early-stage deep-tech startups in the IIT Kharagpur ecosystem. It provides selected teams with a ₹25 Lakh seed grant and a year of intensive, structured mentorship. The program culminates in a high-stakes Demo Day where teams present directly to leading Venture Capital (VC) firms. Beyond funding, the initiative offers comprehensive handholding, market discovery, resource access, strategic networking, expert guidance, and team-building support.

Eligibility: Startup Teams having at least one current IIT Kharagpur Student (UG/PG, including MBA, SMST, and Law) in the pre-final year and PhD students who have completed the coursework and registration seminar are invited to apply. Faculty members and alumni can be part of the team. Outside co-founders may be permitted as a special case.

Selected students are required to opt for the deferred placement option to join the program.

Key Dates:

Oct 23 | Online Launch Event with the Director, IIT Kharagpur

Oct 25–Nov 5 | Screening + Mentorship

Nov 9–10 | Pitching before KGP Forge Panel

Nov 20 | Final Cohort Announcement

Application Deadline: October 26, 2025