ICRISAT Study-cum-Research Program (ISRP) 2025–2026

The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) invites applications for its 2025–2026 Study-cum-Research Program, designed to provide academic and professional training in agricultural research and innovation across multiple disciplines.

Program Categories

• Internship Program: 6 weeks – 3 months

• Master’s Research Program: 3 – 6 months

• Doctoral Research Program: 6 months – 3 years

• Research Fellow Program: 6 – 18 months

Available Fields of Study

Programs are open in the following thematic areas:

Plant Sciences
Genetics, Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Genomics, Trait Engineering, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Physiology, Cell and Molecular Biology

Natural/Environmental Sciences
Soil Science, Water Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Sciences, Climate Studies

Social Sciences
Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Gender Studies, Food and Nutrition

Engineering & Technology
Postharvest Management, Mechanization, Digital Agriculture, Agri-Engineering, Value Addition

Agri-Business & Communication
Media, Finance, Agri-Business Management, Communications

Others
Organizational Safety, Hotel & Catering Management

Eligibility Criteria

• Enrolled in a recognized academic institution (BSc for internships, MSc for Master’s, PhD for Doctoral)

• Completed all coursework and free from classroom attendance during the program

• Recent graduates may apply for skill enhancement

• Students must secure travel, accident, and health insurance

• Female and low-income country applicants are encouraged

Fees and Scholarships

• Application Fee:

  • $20 (international applicants)

  • ₹1,500 (Indian applicants)

• Bench Fees:

  • Internships: $100 for the first month, then $25/month

  • Master’s: $100 for the first 6 months, then $50 for each additional 6 months

  • Doctoral: $150 for the first 12 months, then $50 for each additional 6 months

• 50% fee concession available for applicants from low-income countries (as per FAO classification)

• Limited scholarships/fellowships available
  Note: Bench fees do not cover food, accommodation, or travel.

Application and Selection

• Applications accepted year-round, reviewed in June, September, and March

• Apply at least 45 days before the proposed start date

• Selection based on academic merit, relevance to ICRISAT research, and interview (optional)

Estimated Intake by Location (2025–2026)

Apply Online

You must upload your payment receipt with your application.

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