Paid Internship Opportunity at DPIIT–IPR Chair, NUSRL Ranchi – November 2026
The DPIIT–IPR Chair at the National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi invites applications from interested and eligible students for its Offline Internship Programme for November 2026.
The internship is being offered in accordance with the SPRIHA Guidelines for the Financial Year 2026–2027. It aims to provide practical exposure to Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), academic research, legal developments, policy-related issues, and institutional activities undertaken by the DPIIT–IPR Chair.
Selected interns will receive a stipend of ₹10,000 per month.
About National University of Study and Research in Law
The National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi, is a legal institution established by the Government of Jharkhand under the NUSRL Act, 2010.
The university offers B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programmes and has a research-oriented academic environment. Among its research initiatives, NUSRL hosts the Chair for Consumer Research and Policy (CCRP).
About the Internship
The DPIIT–IPR Chair is offering an offline internship for November 2026. The programme is designed to provide students with practical experience and exposure to:
Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs).
Academic and legal research.
Developments in intellectual property law.
Policy-related issues.
Research, academic, administrative, and outreach activities undertaken by the Chair.
Interns will work under the supervision and guidance of the DPIIT–IPR Chair.
Eligibility Criteria
The programme is open to:
Students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies in Law or related disciplines.
Candidates with a demonstrated interest in Intellectual Property Rights.
Applicants possessing a basic to advanced understanding of IPRs.
Preference will be given to candidates having relevant academic, research, publication, or project experience in the field of Intellectual Property Rights.
Number of Interns
A maximum of two interns per month will be selected under the programme.
Location and Mode
Location: DPIIT–IPR Chair Office, National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Mode: Offline.
Attendance: Physical presence at the Chair's office is mandatory throughout the internship.
The internship does not provide any online, virtual, or remote working facility. Selected candidates must actively participate in the activities assigned by the Chair.
Duration
The internship will be for an initial duration of one month.
It may be extended up to a maximum of three months, depending on the intern's performance and at the discretion of the DPIIT–IPR Chair.
Stipend
Each selected intern will receive a stipend of:
₹10,000 per month
The stipend will be payable for the approved duration of the internship.
Important Dates
Internship Month: November 2026
Application Deadline: 10 November 2026
Commencement: The date communicated to selected candidates by the DPIIT–IPR Chair.
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications through the online application form on or before 10 November 2026.
Application Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeivn9tEd8Ugjk2N-LM7hXkjFQNIJIl7TjsZjawKdsFBsmF_Q/viewform?usp=send_form
Documents and Information Required
Applicants must provide the following:
Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV): Including academic qualifications and grades.
Statement of Purpose (SOP): A statement of maximum 500 words explaining the applicant's interest in the IPR Chair.
Referee Details: Contact details of two referees, to be mentioned in the cover letter.
Selection Process
Selection will be made by the DPIIT–IPR Chair on the basis of merit, considering:
Academic credentials.
Research experience.
Statement of Purpose.
Relevance of the applicant's academic interests and background to the objectives and activities of the Chair.
The decision of the DPIIT–IPR Chair regarding the selection of interns will be final.
Important Instructions
Selected candidates will be engaged for the November 2026 internship period.
Physical attendance at the DPIIT–IPR Chair Office, NUSRL Ranchi, is mandatory.
Selected interns must make their own arrangements for accommodation, food, and local transportation.
The internship will commence on the date communicated to the selected candidates.
Contact Details
For queries regarding the internship, candidates may contact:
Email: iprchair@nusrlranchi.ac.in
Quick Overview
ParticularsDetailsOrganisationDPIIT–IPR Chair, NUSRL RanchiPositionLegal InternInternship MonthNovember 2026Practice AreaIntellectual Property RightsLocationRanchi, JharkhandModeOfflineDuration1 month, extendable up to 3 monthsVacanciesMaximum 2 interns per monthStipend₹10,000 per monthDeadline10 November 2026Application ModeOnlineContact Emailiprchair@nusrlranchi.ac.in
Eligible students interested in Intellectual Property Rights and legal research are encouraged to apply within the stipulated deadline.