NIELIT Internship Programme
The NIELIT Internship Programme at the Haridwar centre offers students in electronics, IT, and related fields a practical 1–6 month internship at a government technology institution, with a paid stipend on completion. Only 5 interns are taken per section per year and competition is strong. Apply by sending your college-endorsed application by post or email to NIELIT Haridwar.
About This Scheme
The NIELIT Internship Programme at the Haridwar centre offers students in electronics, IT, and related fields a practical 1–6 month internship at a government technology institution, with a paid stipend on completion. Only 5 interns are taken per section per year and competition is strong. Apply by sending your college-endorsed application by post or email to NIELIT Haridwar.
Full official description
The Internship Programme by the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) is an opportunity for a student to secure first-hand and practical work experience under the guidance of qualified and experienced Supervisors/Mentors. It also aims at active participation in the learning process through experimentation and putting into practice the knowledge acquired in the classrooms.
Duration
The minimum duration of the internship shall be as defined or prescribed in the curriculum and endorsed by the Sponsoring institution.
Duration can be a maximum of 6 months and shall not be extendable beyond 6 months in any case.
An intern can avail internship only once with NIELIT.
Number of Interns
A maximum of five (05) interns shall be engaged for the S&T section at NIELIT Haridwar in a financial year.
A maximum of five (05) interns shall be engaged for non - the S&T section at NIELIT Haridwar in a financial year.
Confidentiality Protocol
The Intern shall follow the confidentiality protocol of NIELIT Haridwar and shall not reveal to any person or organization confidential information relating to NIELIT, its work and its policies.
Placement
Every batch of interns or individual interns, as the case may be, will have a Scientific/Technical Project Supervisor/Mentor to be appointed by the Wing/Section Head of NIELIT Haridwar.
The internship is neither an employment nor an assurance of employment.
Attendance
A minimum of 80% attendance is required to be maintained in a month, failing which a Stipend and certificate of Internship shall not be given to the Intern.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend: ₹5,000 for S&T section interns; ₹3,000 for non-S&T section interns (paid after completion and report submission)
- Internship completion certificate issued by NIELIT
- Working space, internet, stationery, and photocopying support provided
- Maximum duration: 6 months (not extendable under any circumstances)
- Must maintain 80% monthly attendance to receive stipend and certificate
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a citizen of India enrolled in a recognized university in India or abroad
- Must have scored at least 60% in the last degree or certificate examination
- Must be pursuing or have completed a Diploma, Bachelor's degree, or Master's/Integrated degree in a relevant field
- Application must be endorsed or recommended by your sponsoring institution (college/university)
- Preference given to candidates with higher qualifications and prior domain exposure in the area of internship
How to Apply
The interested and eligible students must send their applications, along with a brief writeup stating the reason for applying for the internship to:
Programme Coordinator
National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Haridwar
2nd Floor, Government Polytechnic Building,
Plot No- 6C, Sector -11, Near Pentagon Mall,
SIDCUL, Haridwar, Uttarakhand- 249403
Office Nos: 01334-235617, 01334-235054
Mobile: +91-8273642140 / 8171710290
Email: prj.haridwar@nielit.gov.in
NOTE 1: The applications should be sponsored/forwarded by the Sponsoring Institution where the applicant is currently enrolled or has recently passed out.
Selection Process
Step 1: The applications for the internship shall be accepted from the following:
- Direct Applicant: The application needs to be endorsed/ recommended by the Sponsoring Institution.
- Sponsoring Institution: Application with endorsement/ recommendation be considered.
- Internship and Training Platforms: Candidates shortlisted from these platforms shall be considered for the selection process only on producing the recommendation/endorsement letter from the sponsoring institution. Step 2: The eligible applications received will be scrutinized by the Wing/Section Head to shortlist suitable candidates for the selection process on the basis of the candidate’s merit and NIELIT’s requirement.
NOTE 1: Applications received with endorsement/recommendation by Sponsoring Institutions shall only be considered for the selection process. NOTE 2: NIELIT may conduct a Test/Personal or Interviews, as necessary for the selection of Interns. NOTE 3: No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the Test/Personal interview conducted by NIELIT Haridwar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Shall Be The Amount Of Stipend Paid To The Interns?
For S&T section/wing interns: [?] 5,000/- per month. For non-S&T section/wing interns: [?] 3,000/- per month.
To Which Divisions Will The Interns Be Attached?
Every batch of interns or individual interns, as the case may be, will have a Scientific/Technical Project Supervisor/Mentor to be appointed by the Wing/Section Head of NIELIT Haridwar.
Students From Which Education Streams Can Apply For This Internship?
Students from all streams may undertake this internship.
What Shall Be The Deliverables On The Part Of The Interns?
At the end of the Internship Programme, all the interns will be required to submit a report on the work undertaken.
Can School Students Also Apply For This Internship?
The applicant should be an Indian student from a recognized university in India/abroad who has secured at least 60% marks in the last held degree or certificate examination and: a) Who has completed or pursuing a Diploma. OR b) Who has completed or pursuing Graduation/Bachelor's education/Engineering/ etc. OR c) Who has completed or pursuing an Integrated or Dual Degree/Master/Post Graduate degree/ etc.
How Many Interns Are Taken In A Month?
A maximum of five (05) interns shall be engaged for the S&T section at NIELIT Haridwar in a financial year. A maximum of five (05) interns shall be engaged for non - the S&T section at NIELIT Haridwar in a financial year.
What Shall Be The Duration Of The Internship?
The minimum duration of the internship shall be as defined or prescribed in the curriculum and endorsed by the Sponsoring institution. Duration can be a maximum of 6 months and shall not be extendable beyond 6 months in any case.
Does This Internship Guarantee Placement In NIELIT?
This internship is neither an employment nor an assurance of employment.
What Is The Attendance Criteria For This Internship Scheme?
A minimum of 80% attendance is required to be maintained in a month, failing which a Stipend and certificate of Internship shall not be given to the Intern.
What Shall Be The Mode Of Disbursal Of The Amount Of The Stipend?
The stipend shall be paid in non-cash mode only via Cheque/NEFT/RTGS etc.
When Shall The Certificate Of Completion Be Provided To The Intern?
Certificates will be issued by NIELIT Haridwar to the interns on completion of the Internship and submission of the Report duly countersigned by the supervisor/mentor and accepted by the Wing/Section Head.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport size photograph
- Passing Certificate / Degree / Marksheet of Graduation / Post Graduation
- A Letter from the Supervisor / Head of the Department / Principal indicating their Status in the Institution
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Institution
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Address
- Identity Card / Proof of Enrolment into the Institute
- Details of the Bank Account (for the disbursement of stipend)