If you’re a biotech student, I know it can be overwhelming to find internships that are actually relevant, hands-on, and respected by both academia and industry. I recently spent time digging through official portals, lab programs, and student testimonials — and here’s my updated list of the best internships for biotechnology students in India for 2025.
Whether you’re a B.Tech, B.Sc., M.Sc., or PhD candidate — these internships offer real exposure in research labs, industry R&D, bioinformatics, healthcare innovation, and even government projects.
1. DRDO Internship (Biotech Labs)
- Mode: On-site only
- Stipend: ₹10,000–₹15,000/month (lab-specific)
- Duration: 1–6 months
- Eligibility: UG (3rd/4th year), PG, and PhD in Biotechnology or Life Sciences
- Departments: INMAS (Biomedical Sciences), DIPAS (Physiology), DFRL (Food & Life Sciences), etc.
- Apply at: https://drdo.gov.in (Contact individual labs)
Tip: Apply directly to the lab director of the biotech-focused DRDO lab.
2. ICMR Short-Term Studentship (STS) Programme
- Mode: On-site (at ICMR-approved institutes)
- Stipend: ₹20,000 (lump sum)
- Duration: 2 months (usually summer)
- Eligibility: UG and PG students in Life Sciences, Biotech, MBBS, etc.
- Apply at: https://sts.icmr.org.in
3. CSIR Labs Internship (Biotech Focused)
- Mode: On-site
- Stipend: Depends on lab (often unpaid but offers certificate)
- Duration: 1–6 months
- Eligibility: UG (Final year), PG, PhD
- Relevant Labs: CSIR-IGIB (Genomics), CSIR-CCMB (Cell Biology), CSIR-IICB (Infectious Disease), CSIR-NBRI (Plant Biotech)
- Apply at: https://csir.res.in (Lab-wise application)
4. AIIMS Summer Internship (Department of Biotechnology)
- Mode: On-site
- Stipend: Usually unpaid, but highly reputed
- Duration: 4–8 weeks
- Eligibility: M.Sc./M.Tech (Biotech/Life Sciences) students
- Apply at: https://www.aiims.edu (under Research tab)
5. NIAB Internship (National Institute of Animal Biotechnology)
- Mode: On-site (Hyderabad)
- Stipend: No stipend, but competitive and certificate is provided
- Duration: 1–2 months
- Eligibility: UG/PG Biotechnology, Animal Biotechnology, Microbiology students
- Apply at: https://www.niab.res.in
6. Biotech Consortium India Limited (BCIL) – BITP
- Program Name: Biotechnology Industrial Training Programme (BITP)
- Mode: Industry attachment (PAN India)
- Stipend: ₹10,000–₹12,000/month
- Duration: 6 months
- Eligibility: M.Sc./M.Tech Biotechnology students
- Apply at: https://www.bcil.nic.in
7. TIFR/NII/NCBS/NCCS Summer Projects
- Mode: On-site (Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore)
- Stipend: Varies (₹7,000–₹15,000/month)
- Duration: 2 months (summer)
- Eligibility: UG/PG students in Biotech or Life Sciences
- Apply at: Click Here
FAQs – Biotechnology Internships 2025
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Which is the best paid internship for biotech students in India?
DRDO and BITP offer good stipends and industrial exposure. -
Are these internships open to B.Sc. students?
Some (like NIAB, CSIR, AIIMS) do accept B.Sc. students in final year. -
When should I apply for summer internships?
Between December to March is the ideal window for summer batches. -
Is there any government internship for biotech students?
Yes — DRDO, ICMR, CSIR, and BITP are all government-supported. -
Do these internships offer certificates?
Yes, all internships listed here provide completion certificates.