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AICTE – Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) Scheme

Ministry: Ministry of Education

Department: Department Of Higher Education

The scheme aims to promote collaborative research between India and Canada. Through this scheme, fully funded international research internships are provided to eligible Indian undergraduate students.

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About This Scheme

The scheme AICTE–MITACS Globalink Research Internship (GRI) has been launched by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Government of India. It aims to foster cross-border partnerships and create a platform for collaborative research between India and Canada. Through this scheme, fully funded global research internship opportunities are provided to eligible Indian undergraduate students. The scheme enables students to undertake research projects aligned with their area of interest and expertise at Canadian universities. It focuses on expanding international research exposure among Indian students in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics disciplines. The program supports academic collaboration, professional skill development, and industrial engagement.

Benefits

  1. The AICTE-MITACS GRI Program will be jointly funded for 300 students by AICTE & MITACS as per the details below:
    • The total cost of the program is $12,000 CAD per student.
    • MITACS will contribute $9,000 CAD per student.
    • AICTE will contribute $3,000 CAD per student.
  2. The full cost per student includes airfare, visa, medical, stipend, accommodation, Globalink Student Mentors, programming, and research costs. It will also include access to Globalink-branded activities in Canada, which may include professional skills workshops, receptions, and industrial engagement activities.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant must be a 3rd-year full-time student of an undergraduate program (B.E / B.Tech) in an AICTE-approved institution in the year of application.

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    The applicant must have a minimum CGPA / GPA of 85% in the 2nd year.

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    The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.

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    The applicant must be able to spend twelve (12) weeks between May and September at a university in Canada on a research project related to their area of interest and expertise.

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    The applicant must be able to demonstrate oral and written fluency in English or French, depending on the primary language of the project as indicated by the Canadian host professor.

Required Documents

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    Official yearly transcripts for all years in university;
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    Curriculum Vitae (CV);
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    One (1) reference letter from a post-secondary academic supervisor or researcher and Project rationale;
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    Any other document(s) mentioned in MITACS GRI Portal;
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    Upon completion of the Internships, the candidate must submit the feedback form.

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How to Apply

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PROCEDURE TO APPLY
  1. The student fulfilling the eligibility criteria shall apply directly to MITACS Canada via its portal and follow the procedure, guidelines, and terms and conditions mentioned therein;
  2. All materials submitted to MITACS must be in either English or French. If materials submitted are not in one of Canada’s official languages, notarized transcripts must be submitted.
  3. Before leaving the country for pursuing Globalink Research Internships (GRI) in Canada, student should have a valid passport and has obtained all necessary documents and permissions including a visa, air tickets for air travel, etc.

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