Social work practicum in India has evolved as an essential component of professional social work education, providing students with opportunities to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical experiences. The development of practicum has been closely linked with the growth of social work education, changing social realities, and the increasing demand for professionally trained social workers. Initially, social work education in India was influenced by Western models, particularly those developed in the United States and Europe. The early emphasis was on charity-based activities and welfare-oriented interventions, where students were exposed to social service activities under institutional guidance. The establishment of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in 1936 marked a significant milestone in the institutionalization of social work education in India. Practicum became a structured part of the curriculum, focusing on field visits, community engagement, casework, group work, and social welfare administration. Over time, the scope of practicum expanded from traditional welfare approaches to rights-based, developmental, and participatory approaches. Social work students began working with diverse populations including children, women, elderly persons, persons with disabilities, marginalized communities, and victims of social