To qualify for the MoPR Internship Scheme 2024, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be actively enrolled in a graduation, postgraduation, research, doctoral (Ph.D.), or postdoctoral program at a recognized university or institution, either in India or abroad.
• Alternatively, have completed one of the following courses within the past two years, either in India or abroad:
  • Public Policy Studies
  • Social Policy Studies
  • Development Studies
  • Economics
  • Governance and Public Administration Studies
  • Rural Development Management
  • Business Administration
  • Environment and Energy Studies
  • Public Health Studies
  • Sociology
  • Political Science
  • Social Work
  • Statistics
  • Data Analysis
  • Other relevant Social Sciences
  • Management
  • Engineering

Interns selected for the MoPR Internship Scheme 2024 will receive a monthly stipend of ₹7,000 and a certificate of completion. Furthermore, they will be provided with a dedicated workspace, access to the internet, library privileges, and other essential resources to facilitate their work throughout the internship.

Applicants must provide the following documents:

• Official academic transcripts, including mark sheets and certificates, from the most recent qualifying examination.

To apply for the MoPR Internship Scheme 2024, follow these steps:

Step 1: Click the 'Apply Now' button.

Step 2: Register by clicking the 'Register' button and filling out the required details. (Note: If you are already registered, log in using your Gmail, mobile number, or email ID.)

Step 3: Navigate to 'Register Yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.

Step 4: After successful registration, click on 'Apply for Service' and log in using your credentials. Fill in the necessary details and click 'Submit'.

Step 5: Click on 'View Services' and then click on 'Apply'.

Step 6: Complete the application form, upload the required documents, and submit.

The selection process for the MoPR Internship Scheme 2024 involves:

• Initial scrutiny and shortlisting of applications by the department head of MoPR.
• Final selection by a committee based on merit and adherence to eligibility criteria.

Key dates for the MoPR Internship Scheme 2024:

• Application Deadline: March 31, 2026

The MoPR Internship Program is available year-round based on departmental needs. Preferred application windows are from mid-October to the first week of December and mid-June to the third week of August.

The terms and conditions for the MoPR Internship Scheme 2024 are as follows:

• The internship must last a minimum of four (4) weeks and cannot exceed six (6) months.
• Interns must complete the full internship period to receive a certificate of completion.
• Students may apply only once per calendar year; applications are valid for the year submitted.
• Interns must clearly state their area of interest in the application form.
• Upon selection, interns must provide a letter from their supervisor, Head of Department, or Principal verifying their student status and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) allowing participation in the internship for the specified period.
• Completion certificates are issued only upon successful completion of the internship. Interns not completing the required period will not receive experience certificates.
• MoPR will cover necessary travel expenses for field visits or research.
• MoPR reserves the right to review interns' work and may publish selected work on the official website.
• The MoPR Secretary has the authority to modify any rule or condition of the internship program.