DPIIT Internship Scheme
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) offers 1–3 month paid internships to undergraduate, postgraduate, and research students from any recognized university in India or abroad. Interns get exposure to how the central government shapes industrial and startup policy, and receive a stipend of ₹10,000/month. Apply online through the DPIIT website during open windows: March–April (for June–August internships) or September–October (for November–January internships).
About This Scheme
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) offers 1–3 month paid internships to undergraduate, postgraduate, and research students from any recognized university in India or abroad. Interns get exposure to how the central government shapes industrial and startup policy, and receive a stipend of ₹10,000/month. Apply online through the DPIIT website during open windows: March–April (for June–August internships) or September–October (for November–January internships).
Full official description
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry has been implementing internship scheme for the students pursuing Under Graduate/Post Graduate degree or are Research Scholars enrolled in recognized University/Institution within India or abroad. The objective behind the internship scheme is to give exposure to the students to understand the working culture of Govt. of India and exposure to the schemes being run by this Department. Students can choose a period of their choice ranging from one month /two months / three months as per their requirements. The applications will be accepted online mode only.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend of ₹10,000 (paid after internship completion)
- Duration of your choice: 1, 2, or 3 months
- Experience certificate awarded on satisfactory completion
- Maximum 20 interns selected per cycle
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Currently enrolled in a UG, PG, or research degree at a recognized Indian or foreign university
- Preferred fields: Engineering, Management, Law, Economics, Finance, Computers, Library Management
- Students from other disciplines may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Must submit a brief report to the Divisional Head on completion of the internship
How to Apply
Application Process:
Step 01: To apply for the Internship, the applicant may submit the application form: https://dpiit.gov.in/internship/internship-scheme.php Step 02: Fill in the all the mandatory details in the form and agree with terms & conditions. Step 03: Verify your Mobile Number and Email ID. Step 04: Click on "Submit".
Selection Procedure:
Step 01: All the applications received through online mode in the Department will be compiled at one place in the Establishment Division.
Step 02: Sections/divisions will send their requirement of “Interns” to Establishment Division.
Step 03: On receipt of a request from Division/Section for intern/s belonging to a particular discipline, the database of the available applications of that discipline will be provided to the concerned Division/section.
Step 04: The concerned Division/section will transparently adopt a procedure and select the student(s) with the approval of the concerned Wing Head (AS/JS/DDG) based on their requirement and inform the same to Estt. G Section. Thereafter, Estt. G Section will obtain approval of Dir/DS (Estt) and send the offer of internship to selected Interns.
Note 01: Online portal on DPIIT’s shall be henceforth open during the period from 1st March to 30th April and 1st September to 31st October of every year for receiving applications from Students for internship.
Note 02: Applications received during the period from 1st March - 30th April shall be considered for internship during the period from June-August of every year. The database of Students who have applied during March- April will be deleted from server in the end of August.
Note 03: Applications received during the period from 1st September- 31st October shall be considered for internship during the period from November to January of every year. The database of Students who have applied during September-October will be deleted from the server in the end of January.
Frequently Asked Questions
Under which Ministry is DPIIT?
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry of the Govt. of India.
Are Research Scholars also eligible to apply to this internship scheme?
Yes, the scheme is open to students pursuing Under Graduate/Post Graduate degrees or Research Scholars enrolled in recognized universities/Institutions within India or abroad.
Is there a deadline for submitting the application for the internship?
Online portal on DPIIT's shall be henceforth open during the period from 1st March to 30th April and 1st September to 31st October of every year for receiving applications from Students for internship.
How long will be internship be?
Students can choose a period of their choice ranging from one month /two months / three months as per their requirements during the aforementioned slots.
Are the applications submitted online?
Yes, the Applications are Accepted Online Only.
Are only the students from some specific educational domains are eligible to apply?
Yes, applicants pursuing Graduation/Post Graduation/Research in following domain are eligible to apply:- i) Engineering (ii) Management (iii) Law (iv) Economics (v) Finance (vi) Computers (vii) Library Management
Is there an application link?
Yes, the students are required to submit their application through the application form given at this link: https://dpiit.gov.in/internship/internship-scheme.php
Do I need to provide my Mobile Number and Email ID at the time of application?
Yes, both Mobile Number and Email ID are required for the successful submission of the application.
Which documents are accepted as a Proof of Age / Date of Birth?
The following documents are accepted as proof of age /date of birth: Marksheet Class 10th/12th, Birth Certificate.
Will the Intern be provided an Experience Certificate?
Yes, after completing the internship, the intern will be awarded an Experience Certificate.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Number
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Address
- Proof of Age/DOB (Class 10th/12th Marksheet)
- Proof of Current Educational Qualification
- Bank Details (for the payment of stipend)
- Any other documents as required