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AICTE Launches Industry Fellowship for Faculty Members: Apply Now

The AICTE has launched an Industry Fellowship Program aimed at enhancing the collaboration between academia and industry. This initiative offers 350 faculty members the chance to work in various innovative sectors for a minimum of one year, starting December 1, 2025. Participants will receive a stipend of ₹1 lakh per month while retaining their regular salaries. Interested candidates must apply by October 15, 2025, and meet specific eligibility criteria, including a maximum age of 45 and at least five years of teaching experience. The selection process will take place from November 1 to November 15, 2025. For more details, visit the official portal.
By Ambika Singh Sep 24, 2025, 10:33 IST
AICTE Launches Industry Fellowship for Faculty Members: Apply Now

AICTE Industry Fellowship Overview



AICTE Industry Fellowship: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has introduced internship opportunities for 350 faculty members through its Industry Fellowship Program. This initiative aims to strengthen the connection between academia and industry. Interested applicants can submit their applications at ifp.aicte.gov.in until October 15, 2025.


Key Features of the Program

Program Highlights


Selected faculty members will engage in industry work for a minimum of one year during the 2025-26 academic session. They will receive a stipend of ₹1 lakh monthly, in addition to their regular salary from their home institution. The program is set to start on December 1, 2025, with the selection process occurring from November 1 to November 15, 2025.


Details:



  • Duration: Minimum one year for the 2025-26 academic year


  • Stipend: ₹75,000 per month from AICTE + at least ₹25,000 per month from industry


  • Other benefits: Regular salary from the institution


  • Commencement: December 1, 2025


  • Selection process: November 1 to November 15, 2025



Experience Opportunities

Areas of Experience:


Participants will gain experience in various innovative sectors, including:



  • Advanced materials


  • Rare-earth and critical minerals


  • Semiconductors


  • Space and defense


  • Blue economy


  • Sustainability and climate change


  • Advanced computing (supercomputing, AI, quantum computing)


  • Next-gen communications


  • Smart cities and mobility


  • Agrotech


  • Food processing



Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility Criteria:


To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:



  • Maximum Age: 45 years


  • Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university


  • Experience: At least 5 years of teaching experience at an AICTE-accredited institution


  • Note: Doctoral/post-doctoral research and deputation periods are not counted.



Selection Process

Selection Process:


Candidates will be chosen through a three-stage process:



  • Application Evaluation and Document Verification


  • Industry Interview


  • Final Document Verification



The final merit list will be determined based on performance across all stages.


Required Documentation

Documents Needed:


Applicants must provide the following:



  • Passport-sized photo (JPEG, maximum 100 KB)


  • Aadhaar Card and PAN Card


  • Graduate/Postgraduate degree and mark sheets


  • Certificates of current and previous employment


  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the parent institution



The screening and selection process will take place from November 1 to November 15, 2025, with the program starting on December 1, 2025. To register, visit the official portal ifp.aicte.gov.in.


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