National Centre For Communication Security (NCCS) Internship Scheme
₹7,500–15,000/month internship at NCCS · cybersecurity and telecom students · quarterly intake
The NCCS Internship Scheme offers engineering and IT students hands-on experience in communication security research at the National Centre for Communication Security in Bengaluru. Interns work on areas like cybersecurity, hardware security, crypto algorithm validation, and network threat analysis. Applications are accepted quarterly via email to jtohq.nccs-dot@gov.in.
About This Scheme
The NCCS Internship Scheme offers engineering and IT students hands-on experience in communication security research at the National Centre for Communication Security in Bengaluru. Interns work on areas like cybersecurity, hardware security, crypto algorithm validation, and network threat analysis. Applications are accepted quarterly via email to jtohq.nccs-dot@gov.in.
Full official description
Applications are invited on Quarterly basis. (Last date to apply for Oct-Dec, 2025 is 26-09-2025)
The National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) Internship Scheme allows young talent to be associated with the NCCS work for mutual benefit. It will enable NCCS to interact with young scholars and to get fresh ideas and study/ research support from the field of academics. At the same time, it will provide an opportunity for young scholars to contribute to the NCCS work and have an insight into the related technical work. The opportunity enables the young population to acquire knowledge in the areas like Hardware level Security, Source Code analysis (Static and dynamic analysis at HLL, Binary Code Analysis) Crypto algorithm implementation validation and Crypto Module validation, Supply chain vulnerabilities, Run time vulnerabilities in a live network (Advanced Persistent Threats), Back door entry vulnerabilities, Identification of Intentional/ Hidden Malware in Software/ Firmware of equipment.
Slots
NCCS will assess the requirement of the interns periodically.
The total number of interns engaged shall not exceed 20 (inclusive of Category I & II), at any point in time.
Duration
For Category I: The minimum duration of the internship shall be of sixty days. For Category II: The minimum duration of the internship shall be of six months, extendable up to a maximum of twelve months. NOTE: Extension beyond six months shall be permitted, on the application of an intern duly recommended by the concerned Head of Division and with the approval of the Head of NCCS.
Placement
The interns would be attached to one of the officers in the Divisions of the NCCS.
An orientation workshop will be held for interns at the beginning of the internship. The work of interns will be monitored through periodic interaction with the interns.
The attendance record and the details of work supervision shall be maintained by the Divisions/Units in NCCS.
Submission of Paper
The interns will be required to submit a Report/Paper on the work undertaken at the end of the internship to the respective Division. The Report shall be signed by the concerned Officer with whom the intern is attached, as an acceptance of the successful completion of the Internship.
Benefits
- Category I stipend: ₹7,500 per month (pro-rata basis)
- Category II stipend: ₹15,000 per month (pro-rata basis)
- Internship duration: minimum 60 days (Category I); 6 months extendable to 12 months (Category II)
- Working space and internet facility provided at NCCS office
- Certificate of completion issued on successful submission of internship report
- Exposure to cutting-edge government cybersecurity research
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If you're building in cybersecurity — especially in the telecom, supply chain, or embedded systems space — NCCS internship alumni have exposure to government-level communication security frameworks, making them rare and high-value hires for security-focused startups.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Indian students from recognised universities (India or abroad)
- Category I (short-term): 3rd or 4th year (final/pre-final) B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Communications, Telecom, IT, Computers, or Electrical Engineering — minimum 60% marks
- Category II (long-term): Completed B.E./B.Tech in above disciplines with 60%+ marks; or pursuing or completed M.Tech/ME/MCA/MSc in related fields with 60%+ marks
- Must bring your own laptop
- Category I students need a No Objection Certificate from their institution
Exclusions
- Minimum 60% marks required in the last degree or certificate examination
- Incomplete or delayed applications are rejected outright
- Applications must be submitted in the quarter before your desired internship start quarter
How to Apply
- Check the NCCS website at nccs.gov.in for the current quarterly internship notification and application deadline
- Download the application form (Annexure-II from the notification PDF)
- Fill the form, select your category (Cat-I for pre-final year UG students; Cat-II for graduates or PG students), and write your area of work interest
- Send the completed application with your CV by email to jtohq.nccs-dot@gov.in with a CC to adethq.nccs-dot@gov.in — also submit online via the NCCS portal if available
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal or telephonic interview (no TA/DA); Cat-I students must produce an institutional NOC at the time of joining
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full name of NCCS? Which department manages this organization?
The full name of NCCS is "National Centre for Communication Security".
What are the areas of activity of NCCS?
NCCS is technical centre of DoT that is vested with the responsibility of developing Security standards/ requirements called Indian
Telecom Security Assurance Requirements (ITSAR) and activities associated with the security testing and certification of Telecom equipment.
Framing of ITSAR involves Study of chosen Telecom network element and security testing for sample telecom network elements in areas like Security functional requirements, Software code assurance, Cryptographic related tests by people with specific domain expertise. It also involves certain amount of research work in areas like Hardware level Security, Source Code
analysis (Static and dynamic analysis at HLL, Binary Code Analysis) Crypto algorithm implementation validation and Crypto Module validation, Supply chain vulnerabilities, Run time vulnerabilities in a live network (Advanced Persistent Threats), Back door entry
vulnerabilities, Identification of Intentional/ Hidden Malware in Software/ Firmware of equipment.
How many interns are selected for a batch?
The total number of interns engaged shall not exceed 20, at any point in time.
What shall be the duration of the internship for the "Category 1" Interns?
For Category 1: The minimum duration of the internship shall be of sixty days.
What shall be the duration of the internship for the "Category 2" Interns?
For Category 2: The minimum duration of the internship shall be of six months, extendable up to a maximum of twelve months.
Is the duration of the internship extendable?
Yes, extension beyond six months shall be permitted, on the application of an intern duly recommended by the concerned Head of Division and with the approval of the Head of NCCS.
Will there be an induction/orientation program for the students selected for the internship?
Yes, an orientation workshop will be held for interns at the beginning of the internship.
By whom shall the attendance record of the students be maintained?
The attendance record and the details of work supervision shall be maintained by the Divisions/Units in NCCS.
Is the submission of paper a mandatory requirement for the successful completion of the internship?
Yes, the interns will be required to submit a Report/Paper on the work undertaken at the end of the internship to the respective Division. The Report shall be signed by the concerned Officer with whom the intern is attached, as an acceptance of the successful completion of the Internship.
How much shall be the token remuneration for ‘Category 1’ Interns?
Interns selected under Category 1 will be paid a token remuneration @ ₹ 7,500/- per month on prorate basis.
How much shall be the token remuneration for category 2 interns?
Interns selected under Category 2 will be paid a token remuneration @ ₹ 15,000/- per month on prorate basis.
When shall the amount of the token remuneration become payable?
The remuneration shall be paid after the completion of the month subject to satisfactory progress of work duly accepted by the concerned division from the earlier "Professional Services" head of Accounts, which has now been revised to " Salaries" Head of account in view of Operationalization of revised/new object heads under Rule 8 of DFPR,1978.
Will any logistics & support be provided by NCCS to the interns?
NCCS shall provide them with working space, workplace Internet facility and other necessities as deemed fit by the concerned Head of Division.
Will the laptop/desktop be provided by NCCS?
No, the Interns will be required to have their own laptops.
Where can I find the link to the scheme guidelines?
The link to the Scheme Guidelines is: https://nccs.gov.in/public/latest_updates/NCCS%20Internship%20Notification%20-%20Q4%2025%20Signed.pdf
Is there any kind of reservation / preference / priority in the selection of the candidates?
Candidates having exposure in the area of intended internship with good academic background and having higher qualifications, based on need shall be given preference.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Marksheet of class 10th or date of birth proof
- Marksheet of class 12th
- Marksheets of engineering graduation (for all completed semesters)
- B.Tech degree certificate (for Category II)
- PG degree or marksheet (if applicable)
- Documentary proof of CGPA to percentage conversion norm (if applicable)
- Work experience or internship certificates (if available)
- Any other supporting document