Prime Minister's Internship Scheme

The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme, launched by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, offers opportunities for young professionals to gain valuable experience in top Indian companies. This program provides exposure to real-world business practices and helps individuals develop their skills in a practical setting.

Key Highlights

• The program offers a year-long internship experience (12 months) in a diverse range of sectors.
• Open to individuals between the ages of 21 and 24 years old (as of the application deadline).
• Monthly stipend of ₹5000/- and a one-time grant of ₹6000/- are provided to participating interns.
• The scheme aims to provide one crore internship opportunities to youth over the next five years.

Eligibility

• Must be a citizen of India.
• Age must be between 21 and 24 years as of the application deadline.
• Must have completed a minimum of 10th standard or equivalent.
• Must not be currently engaged in full-time employment or education.

Ineligibility

• Individuals under 21 years of age or over 24 years of age (as of the application deadline).
• Individuals currently in full-time employment or education.
• Graduates from certain institutions like IITs, IIMs, National Law Universities, IISER, NIDs, or IIITs.
• Individuals holding qualifications like CA, CMA, CS, MBBS, BDS, MBA, PhD, or any master's or higher degree (recognized by the UGC).
• Individuals undergoing any skill, apprenticeship, internship, or training program under a Central or State Government scheme.
• Individuals who have already completed an apprenticeship under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) or National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS).
• Individuals whose family income (self, parents, or spouse) exceeds ₹8 lakh for FY 2023-24.
• Individuals whose family (self, parents, or spouse) has a permanent/regular government employee (excluding contractual employees). "Government" includes Central and State Governments, Union Territory administrations, Central and State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), statutory organizations, and local bodies.

Vacancies

Application Process

Candidates can apply online for the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme through the official website:

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Frequently Asked Questions