Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan - Internship Program
The RGSA Internship Program, run by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, engages students and research scholars from recognized universities for short-term research stints (15 days to 6 months) at the Ministry's offices in New Delhi. Interns work on policy analysis and rural governance research, receiving a stipend of ₹7,000 per month. Apply online via the ServicePlus portal (serviceonline.gov.in) — one application per financial year.
About This Scheme
The RGSA Internship Program, run by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, engages students and research scholars from recognized universities for short-term research stints (15 days to 6 months) at the Ministry's offices in New Delhi. Interns work on policy analysis and rural governance research, receiving a stipend of ₹7,000 per month. Apply online via the ServicePlus portal (serviceonline.gov.in) — one application per financial year.
Full official description
For Implementation of Centrally Sponsored Scheme of "Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan" (RGSA) (2022-23 to 2025-26), the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR), seeks to engage Students enrolled/pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree programs and 'Young Research Scholars' enrolled/pursuing Doctoral (Ph.D.) or post-doctoral degrees in given academic disciplines below from recognized/reputed University(s)/Institution(s) within India or abroad for short-term (maximum of 3 months only) through an Internship program. The engagement of 'Selected Candidates' as 'Interns' will work in various Units, Cells, and Programmes of different Divisions of MoPR under the Revamped RGSA Scheme for the period of FY 2022-23 to 2025-26. The ‘Internship Program’ is specifically focusing on the ‘Office set-up of MoPR’. A detail list of intended domains/subject areas of research for which the ‘Interns’ are invited and shall be engaged is enclosed in ‘Annexure – A’ of detailed guidelines. Objectives of the Program
To engage 'Students' and 'Research Scholars for tapping academic talents, knowledge, skills, and techniques to be best utilized and associated with the MoPR's Policy and Action Research work for mutual benefits.
The 'Interns' shall have an opportunity to know and get in-hand experience on the Stier Local Self-governments and other Government functioning, policies, schemes, development initiatives, and interventions for rural development in context to the socioeconomic, cultural, and political aspects.
The 'Interns' will have to provide relevant and logical inputs, suggestions, and recommendations through Data Analysis, Situational Analysis, Empirical and Evidence-Based Research through Quantitative & Qualitative Data Analysis, Desk Reviews, and Policy Analysis at the 'Office setup of MoPR' for preparing Policy Briefs and Working Papers.
Benefits
- ₹7,000/month stipend for selected interns
- Working space, internet facility, and library access provided by MoPR
- Certificate of completion upon finishing the internship successfully
- Opportunity to contribute to real government policy briefs and working papers
- Pro bono (unpaid) participation also allowed with departmental approval
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed (within 2 years) an UG, PG, or Doctoral (PhD/Post-Doc) programme at a recognized university in India or abroad
- Preferred disciplines: Public Policy, Social Policy, Development Studies, Economics, Governance, Rural Development, Business Administration, Environment, Public Health, Sociology, Statistics, Data Analysis, and related fields
- Internship duration: minimum 15 days, maximum 6 months
- Must have your own laptop
- One application per candidate per financial year
- An NOC from your institution head is required at the time of joining
Exclusions
The period of the internship shall be at least four (4) weeks but not exceeding three (3) months.
Interns not completing the requisite period will not be issued any certificates.
How to Apply
The candidates needs to register himself on ServicePlus website if not already registered.
Once registered, the applicant visit the website of the ministry to apply for the scheme. Under "RGSA" section, click MoPR Internship.
A new webpage will open, the applicant will enter his login details to apply for the scheme.
After log in, the applicant click on Apply Service tab, then online application form for the scheme will open.
The applicant enter all the details. Choose "Area of Interest" and upload photograph and submit the application form. Note:
A candidate can apply for an internship only once during a financial year.
The application will be valid for consideration for the entirety of the financial year in which the application is made.
At the time of joining on selection, applicants shall be required to produce a letter from their 'Principal'/'Head of Department'/'Supervisor', indicating their status in the Institution/University and `No Objection Certificate' (NOC) for allowing their student to undergo Internship Program for the period for which s/he is selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of internship with MoPR?
The Internship Program has the following objectives: To engage 'Students' and 'Research Scholars' for tapping academic talents, knowledge, skills, and techniques to be best utilised and associated with the MoPR's Policy and Action Research work for mutual benefits.
What is the Period of Internship?
The Internship Program shall be available throughout the year, based on the requirements of MoPR. Preferable periods would be: (a) Mid-week of October to the first week of December; and (b) Mid-week of June to Third-week of August.
What is the eligiblity criteria of the internship scheme?
The applicants pursuing Graduation/Post Graduation/Research courses from any recognized University/Institution within India or abroad are eligible to apply for the internship.
Is the Internship program part of Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan?
The 'Internship Program' is part of the Framework for Implementation of Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) of Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) (2022-23 to 2025-26) of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR), Government of India.
Will I get the Experience Certificate?
Yes, A certificate will be issued after successful completion of the above-mentioned Internship period, along with the submission of deliverables for the given assignment by MoPR, by the divisional Head (DH)/ or concerned official.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- At the time of joining on selection, the applicants shall be required to produce a letter from their Supervisor/ Head of Department/ or principal indicating their status in the institution and a “No Objection” certificate for allowing their student to undergo an Internship program for the period for which they are selected.