The Indian Institute of Computing and Technology (IICT), New Delhi has released the official notification for the IICT Winter Internship Program 2026 in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). The notification (F.No. IICT/INTERNSHIP/21/2026) was issued on 22nd September 2026.
IICT Winter Internship 2026: Overview
The 45-day online internship is open to UG, PG and PhD students, faculty members, research scholars and working professionals. Online registration started on 22nd September 2026 and will close on 30th November 2026. Only 1,070 seats are available, and selection is on a first-come, first-served basis, so candidates are advised to register early. All details are given below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Computing and Technology (IICT), New Delhi |
| Program Name | Winter Internship Program in AI and Machine Learning (2026) |
| Notification No. | F.No. IICT/INTERNSHIP/21/2026 |
| Duration | 45 Days (15 Days Coursework + 30 Days Project Work) |
| Mode | Fully Online |
| Total Seats | 1,070 |
| Selection Process | First-Come, First-Served |
| Training Fee | Rs 970 |
| Stipend | Not applicable (non-stipendiary) |
| Registration Dates | 22nd September to 30th November 2026 |
| Official Website | www.iict.edu.in |
IICT Winter Internship 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 22nd September 2026 |
| Registration Opens | 22nd September 2026 |
| Last Date to Register | 30th November 2026 |
| Phase I (Lectures) Begins | 10th December 2026 |
| Phase I (Lectures) Ends | 29th December 2026 |
IICT Winter Internship 2026: Eligibility Criteria
The program is open to anyone with a basic interest in computing and technology:
- Students: UG, PG and PhD students enrolled in Science, Computing or Technology streams.
- Academics and Professionals: Faculty members, research scholars and working professionals who want to upskill in AI/ML.
IICT Winter Internship 2026: Program Structure
The internship runs in two phases:
- Phase I – Structured Coursework (15 Days): Daily online lectures covering the core topics of AI and ML, from Python for Data Science to Neural Networks and Cyber Security.
- Phase II – Practical Project Work (30 Days): Participants build a complete project on a real-world problem under guided supervision.
IICT Winter Internship 2026: Schedule and Curriculum
| Day | Topic | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Introduction to AI & ML | 10th December 2026 |
| Day 2 | Python for Data Science | 11th December 2026 |
| Day 3 | Data Visualization | 12th December 2026 |
| Day 4 | Statistics for ML | 14th December 2026 |
| Day 5 | Data Preprocessing | 15th December 2026 |
| Day 6 | Supervised Learning | 16th December 2026 |
| Day 7 | Linear Regression | 17th December 2026 |
| Day 8 | Logistic Regression | 18th December 2026 |
| Day 9 | KNN Algorithm | 19th December 2026 |
| Day 10 | Decision Trees & Random Forest | 21st December 2026 |
| Day 11 | Unsupervised Learning | 22nd December 2026 |
| Day 12 | Neural Networks | 23rd December 2026 |
| Day 13 | Model Evaluation | 24th December 2026 |
| Day 14 | Mini Project | 28th December 2026 |
| Day 15 | Cyber Security using AI & ML | 29th December 2026 |
Check Official Notice PDF Here
How to Apply for IICT Winter Internship 2026?
- Visit the official registration page: https://iict.edu.in/winter_internship/
- Fill in the registration form with your personal, academic and contact details.
- Pay the training fee of Rs 970 online.
- Submit the form and save or print the confirmation for future reference.
Note: Seats are limited to 1,070 and allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, so registering early is strongly recommended.
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IICT Winter Internship 2026: Certification
- Training Completion Certificate: Given after successfully completing the 15-day lecture phase.
- Internship Certificate: Given to participants who complete the full 45-day tenure and submit a satisfactory project report.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for the IICT Winter Internship 2026?
Ans. The last date to register is 30th November 2026.
Q2. What is the fee for the IICT Winter Internship 2026?
Ans. The training fee is Rs 970.
Q3. Is the IICT Winter Internship 2026 online or offline?
Ans. The program is conducted fully online.
Q4. Will interns receive a stipend?
Ans. No, it is a non-stipendiary training and internship program.
Q5. How many seats are available?
Ans. A total of 1,070 seats are available, filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Q6. Who can apply for the IICT AI & ML Winter Internship?
Ans. UG, PG and PhD students from Science, Computing or Technology streams, along with faculty members, research scholars and working professionals.
Q7. When will the classes start?
Ans. Phase I lectures begin on 10th December 2026 and end on 29th December 2026.