NPC Students Internship Program
Indian graduation and post-graduation students can do a 2-month internship with the National Productivity Council (NPC) across areas like Industrial Engineering, Energy Management, IT, and Industry 4.0. The internship is unpaid but provides hands-on project work and an official NPC completion certificate. Apply offline by submitting the prescribed form through your college to the NPC Delhi office.
About This Scheme
Indian graduation and post-graduation students can do a 2-month internship with the National Productivity Council (NPC) across areas like Industrial Engineering, Energy Management, IT, and Industry 4.0. The internship is unpaid but provides hands-on project work and an official NPC completion certificate. Apply offline by submitting the prescribed form through your college to the NPC Delhi office.
Full official description
The National Productivity Council (NPC) of the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion Ministry of Commerce & Industry provides internship training to students pursuing graduation and post-graduation. The interns shall be given exposure to related interventions being activities undertaken by NPC’s which will provide opportunities to learn and implement new concepts as well as develop new skills and gain a deeper understanding of IT-enabled interventions through the hands-on application of the knowledge students learned during their course curriculum.
Areas
Industrial Engineering (IE), Environment Management(EN), Energy Management(EM), Agribusiness Services(AB), Economic Services(ES), Information Technology (IT) and Advanced Manufacturing & Industry 4.0.
Duration
The internship duration shall be for a period of two months.
The internship program shall be effective from the first week of June.
The internship period may be extendable, if required, on an individual case-to-case basis for a further mutually agreed duration.
Benefits
- Official internship completion certificate upon submitting final project report
- Working space with internet facility provided at NPC premises
- Exposure to areas: Industrial Engineering, Environment Management, Energy Management, IT, Agribusiness, Economic Services, Industry 4.0
- Duration: 2 months starting June; may be extended on a case-by-case basis
- No stipend, transportation, or boarding is provided — interns arrange their own
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a citizen of India
- Must be currently pursuing graduation or post-graduation
- Must not have already applied for NPC internship in the current financial year
- For IT stream: strong communication, graphic design (Photoshop, CorelDraw, Illustrator), or programming skills (Java, Python, HTML, AI/ML) are preferred
How to Apply
Step 1: The eligible and interested students should submit the duly filled and signed application form as per the prescribed format, along with the required documents (self-attested) to the college/institution. The Applicant should specifically mention the duration for which she/he wishes to undertake an internship. Step 2: The college/institution should send the applications of interested applicants to - Director (HRM), National Productivity Council, New Delhi - 110003
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What Is The Primary Objective Of The National Productivity Council (NPC)?
A
- The primary objective of the National Productivity Council (NPC) is to generate productivity awareness and consciousness across the country, supporting organizations to improve their economic, environmental, and social outputs through advanced knowledge application.
Q2. What Services Does NPC Offer To Improve Productivity And Competitiveness?
A2. NPC offers a range of services, including consultancy, training for capacity building, action research, and evaluation studies, customized to suit the client's needs for improving productivity and competitiveness.
Q3. What Is The Code Of Conduct Expected From Interns During Their Internship At NPC?
A3. Interns are expected to demonstrate sincerity, punctuality, courtesy, cooperative attitude, willingness to learn, proper etiquette, and appropriate attire. They must also maintain workplace decorum throughout their internship period.
Q4. What Are The Responsibilities Of Interns During Their Internship At NPC?
A4. Interns are expected to perform the assigned tasks and duties with due care and diligence as per the instructions provided to them. They must also submit a project/assignment report/paper at the end of their internship to the concerned Head(s) regarding their learning experience.
Q5. How Does NPC Ensure Confidentiality During The Internship Period?
A5. Interns are required not to disclose any proprietary or confidential information relating to the services, contract, or business operations of NPC or its clients during or after the internship period without seeking prior written consent from NPC.
Q6. What Happens If An Intern Violates The Non-Disclosure Agreement?
A6. If an intern violates the non-disclosure agreement, NPC may take necessary action to safeguard its interests and the interests of the Council.
Q7. Can NPC Terminate An Intern's Engagement Or Program During The Internship?
A7. Yes, NPC has the authority to terminate an intern's engagement or program at any time, especially in cases of misconduct or discipline, without providing any reason. NPC's decision in this regard is considered final.
Q8. Can Interns Voluntarily Leave The Internship Program?
A8. Yes, interns can voluntarily leave the internship program by giving prior notice of seven (07) working days to the concerned Head. However, if an intern leaves the program voluntarily, they will not be awarded a certificate.
Q9. Does The Internship Program Guarantee Employment With NPC?
A9. No, the internship program is not a guarantee of employment with NPC. It is solely an opportunity for learning and gaining practical experience.
Q10. What Happens If NPC Discovers Any Material Error In An Intern's Application?
A10. If NPC discovers a material error in an intern's application or resume at any point in time, the internship offer may be deemed null and void in NPC's opinion.
Q11. Are Interns Allowed To Take Any Information About NPC's Software, Hardware, And Policies Outside The Organization?
A1
- No, interns are not allowed to take any information about NPC's software, hardware, database, and policies outside the organization, whether in electronic form or otherwise.
Q12. Who Retains The Copyright Of The Software/Applications Developed By Interns During The Internship?
A12. The copyright of the software/applications developed by interns as part of their assigned project work remains with NPC. Interns cannot claim any rights on the work performed by them during the internship.
Q13. What Rights Does NPC Have Over The Work Assigned To Interns During Their Internship?
A13. NPC holds absolute rights to the work assigned and performed by interns during their internship. Neither the interns nor their institution/college can make any claims on the resultant outcome.
Q14. Is There A Specific Format For The Project/Assignment Report To Be Submitted By Interns?
A14. NPC may provide specific guidelines or a format for the project/assignment report to be submitted by interns, which they need to follow while preparing the report.
Q15. Can Interns Apply For Future Internships With NPC After Completing The Program?
A15. Interns who successfully complete the internship program can apply for future internships with NPC, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and requirements of the new internship opportunity.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- > **To be Submitted along with the Application**
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Letter from their Supervisor/ Head of Department/Principal, indicating their "No Objection" Certificate (allowing their student to undergo an Internship programme for the period for which she or he is selected).
- > **To be Submitted at the end of the Internship**
- A project/assignment report/paper to the concerned Head(s) regarding their learning experience.