If you’re pursuing B.Sc. (Agri), M.Sc., or PhD in agricultural sciences and looking for practical, hands-on experience in real farm research or lab work, the ICAR Internship 2025 is a top opportunity you shouldn’t miss.
Run by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and its various research institutes like IARI (Delhi), IVRI, CRIDA, CIFT, IISS, and many more — these internships allow you to work on actual agri-tech research, soil testing, plant breeding, climate-resilient farming, and much more.
I’ve seen many agri students benefit from these internships — whether you’re looking to pursue a career in research, agribusiness, or field extension, this is a great way to build experience.
About ICAR Internship 2025
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) oversees 100+ research institutes and universities across India. Many of these offer short-term training, dissertation projects, and summer internships for undergraduate and postgraduate students in agri and allied fields.
Most internships are in-person, based at ICAR institutes like IARI (Delhi), CRIDA (Hyderabad), CIFT (Kochi), IVRI (Bareilly), etc., where students are guided by scientists and exposed to current research projects.
Internship Highlights 2025
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Duration: 1 to 3 months (varies by institute/project)
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Start Date: Mostly in May/June 2025 (for summer internships)
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Stipend: Varies – some are unpaid, others offer ₹3,000–₹10,000 (project-based)
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Mode: On-site (ICAR research institutes and KVKs)
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Fields: Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Animal Sciences, Fisheries, etc.
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Open to: Indian students in UG, PG, and PhD programs in agriculture and allied subjects
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility Criteria:
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Education Level:
• B.Sc. (Agri) – 3rd or 4th year
• M.Sc. (Agri or allied sciences) – Any semester
• PhD scholars – Subject to approval -
Disciplines:
Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Soil Science, Entomology, Animal Sciences, Fisheries, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Forestry -
Nationality:
Indian citizens only -
Other Requirements:
• Good academic record
• Must have an official Bonafide Certificate or NOC from college/university
Selection Process
ICAR internships are usually institute-specific. Here’s how it typically works:
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Identify an ICAR institute relevant to your field (like IARI for crops, CIFT for fisheries, etc.)
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Visit the institute’s website to check for internship or training announcements
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Submit an application with:
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Resume
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Statement of Purpose
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Bonafide Certificate/NOC
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Academic transcripts
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If selected, you’ll receive a confirmation email or letter
Some projects (funded by DST/DBT/ICAR) offer stipends — in such cases, selection may involve interviews or shortlisting by the project head.
Internship Benefits
Even if some ICAR internships are unpaid, the learning and exposure are absolutely worth it:
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Work under top agricultural scientists and researchers
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Learn lab techniques, field trial monitoring, and data analysis
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Enhance your resume for PG, PhD, JRF, or jobs in KVKs/agribusiness firms
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Opportunity to co-author research papers or reports
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Get a certificate from an ICAR institute
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Priority preference if applying for ICAR’s JRF or SRF fellowships later
Documents Required
Make sure to keep the following ready:
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Resume/CV
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Statement of Purpose (300–500 words)
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Bonafide Certificate from your college
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Academic transcripts (latest semester)
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Aadhaar Card or any valid photo ID
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Passport-size photograph
How to Apply for ICAR Internship 2025
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Visit the official ICAR website: https://icar.org.in
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Choose your target institute (like IARI, CRIDA, CIFT, etc.)
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Visit that institute’s website or “News/Opportunities” section
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Look for “Summer Internship”, “Dissertation Programme”, or “Student Training”
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Apply as per the instructions (email/post/online form)
Tip: You can also directly email the Head of Division or Project Scientist for short-term projects.
Important Dates (Expected for 2025)
| Event | Timeline |
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| Internship Application Starts | February–March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 2025 (varies by institute) |
| Internship Period | May–July 2025 |
| Certificate Issued | End of internship (on submission of report) |
Government Internship for agriculture students List 2025 – Click Here
FAQs – ICAR Internship 2025
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Is the ICAR internship paid?
Some are paid (₹3,000–₹10,000/month), others are unpaid depending on the project. -
Can B.Sc. (Agri) students apply?
Yes, especially those in their final years. -
Can I choose any ICAR institute?
Yes, you can apply to institutes that match your interest and stream. -
Do I need to be from a government college?
No, students from private recognized universities can also apply. -
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, on successful completion and submission of your project report. -
Do I need to apply through a central portal?
No, there’s no central ICAR internship portal — apply to institutes individually.