The Times of India

Beyond internships: IIT Gandhinagar lets BTech students earn credits through a full semester in industry and startups

IIT Gandhinagar is redefining engineering education by allowing BTech students to spend an entire semester working in industry, research labs, academic institutions or startups while earning academic credits. Unlike traditional internships, the credit-bearing programme integrates real-world experience into the undergraduate curriculum without affecting graduation timelines. Aligned with NEP 2020, the initiative equips students with practical skills, workplace exposure and career insights, offering a flexible model that could reshape how engineering education is delivered in India.