IIPS CDG Internship 2026-27 > Registration Open Research Fellowship and Selection Process

The International Institute for Population Sciences has released the IIPS CDG Internship 2026-2027 notification for young researchers interested in gender along with population and development studies. The internship is offered through the Centre of Demography of Gender and provides 12 positions for master’s students and PhD scholars. The application process is currently active and candidates can apply online through the official form until the 15th of April 2026. This is a full-time in-person internship based in Mumbai and will be conducted between May and July of 2026. The internship offers a monthly fellowship and an opportunity to work with experienced researchers – making it highly beneficial for academic and research careers.

Overview of Internship:

Key Events for Internship:

Internship Themes and Research Areas:

Selected candidates will collaborate with experienced faculty members on a range of meaningful research areas focused on social development and inclusion. The program covers important themes such as gender inequalities and broader societal challenges – access to digital and financial resources and the role of women in economic activities. It also looks at problems that affect men’s health and social behaviour as well as important issues that are related to violence against women and its effects. These research areas seek to furnish participants with practical experience while enhancing the comprehension of critical social issues.

Conditions for being eligible:

• Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant social science discipline and should currently be enrolled in an MA/MSc/PhD programme.
• They must be studying at a recognised institution in India excluding IIPS. A genuine interest in gender and population-related research is essential for consideration.
• Additionally – the internship requires full-time commitment and must be attended in person throughout its duration.

Procedure to Apply Online:

1. Visit the official website of IIPS https://www.iipsindia.ac.in/ and navigate to the internship section to access the application portal.
2. Open the internship application form link that is provided on the website to begin the registration process.
3. Fill in all required personal and academic details correctly according to your official records.
4. Upload all the necessary documents that you are asked for including certificates and identification in the required format.
5. Make sure that all the information you entered is correct and complete by going over it again very carefully.
6. To finish the process successfully – you must turn in the filled-out application form by the deadline.

Selection Process Details:

The selection process is primarily based on the applicant’s academic background and the overall quality of the submitted documents with particular emphasis on the statement of purpose/research proposal. Applications are first screened to make sure eligibility is followed by a detailed evaluation of the SOP/research proposal to assess clarity of ideas and research interest. Selected candidates are then reviewed by faculty members for final selection and selected applicants must complete document verification at the time of joining.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1. What is the final date for submitting applications for the IIPS CDG Internship 2026–2027 programme?

Answer – The application deadline for the IIPS CDG Internship 2026–2027 is on the 15th of April 2026 – so candidates should apply in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

Q2. Which categories of students are eligible to apply for the IIPS CDG internship opportunity?

Answer – Students pursuing a master’s degree/enrolled in a PhD programme in relevant fields can apply – subject to meeting the required eligibility criteria.

Q3. What is the expected duration of the IIPS CDG internship for selected candidates?

Answer – The internship usually lasts between one and three months – depending on the assigned research work and project requirements.

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