The Government Internship Calendar 2026 has officially been released, marking a significant shift toward structured youth engagement in nation-building. This year, the focus is on digital transformation, sustainable urban planning, and public policy research. For students and recent graduates, these internships serve as a high-prestige gateway to understanding the inner workings of the state while enhancing their resumes with verified government experience.
Core Ministry & Department Internships
| Organization | Application Window | Eligibility | Stipend |
| NITI Aayog | 1st–10th of every month | UG (min. 2nd yr), PG, or Research Scholars (70% marks) | Unpaid |
| Min. of External Affairs (MEA) | Jan–Feb 2026 (Term I) | Graduates or final year students (max age 25) | ₹10,000 |
| DPIIT (Commerce Ministry) | March 1 – April 30 | Engineering, Law, Economics, Finance, Management | ₹10,000 |
| Digital India (MeitY) | Jan 2026 (Ongoing) | B.E/B.Tech, M.Sc (CS/IT), MCA (60% marks) | ₹10,000 |
| Min. of Women & Child Dev. | Feb 1–10, 2026 | Women students/scholars from non-Tier 1 cities | ₹20,000 |
| RBI Summer Internship | Feb–March 2026 | UG/PG students in relevant disciplines | ₹20,000 |
Specialized & Technical Opportunities
1. ISRO / Department of Space (DoS)
- Focus: Satellite communication, remote sensing, and space technology.
- Eligibility: Engineering (min. 6th sem), M.E/M.Tech (min. 1st sem), or M.Sc students.
- Cut-off: Minimum 60% aggregate or 6.32 CGPA.
- Deadline: Typically rolling; specific centers like IIRS have cycles in March and October.
2. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
- Focus: Human rights advocacy, law, and social research.
- Current Session: Short-term online internships for February and March 2026.
- Criteria: PG students in Social Sciences/Law with 60–65% marks.
- Benefit: ₹2,000 (Online) to ₹12,000 (In-person) + Travel Allowance.
3. SEBI & Financial Regulators
- Focus: Securities market, financial law, and data analytics.
- Window: Applications typically open January to March 2026.
- Who can apply: Law and MBA (Finance) students are preferred.
Eligibility Checklist for 2026 Candidates
To ensure your application is not rejected during the screening phase, verify these four pillars:
- Institutional Sponsorship: Most internships (like MeitY and NHRC) require a Letter of Recommendation (LOR) or a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your college.
- Academic Thresholds: While NITI Aayog requires 70%, most other departments maintain a 60% benchmark.
- The "Gap" Rule: Many programs, including Digital India, do not accept students who have already graduated more than 6 months prior.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): A 500-word SOP is mandatory for NHRC and NITI Aayog; it should highlight your alignment with specific national goals.
Centralized Portals for Real-time Tracking
- National Internship Portal (AICTE): For most technical and municipal corporation roles.
- MyScheme Portal: To find eligibility-based government schemes and internships.
- DPIIT Internship Portal: Specifically for startups and industrial policy exposure.
References & Official Links
- National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Training
- ISRO Internship & Student Projects
- Digital India Internship Portal (MeitY)
