Digital India Internship Scheme 2026: ₹10,000 Monthly Stipend, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The Digital India Internship Scheme provides a token stipend of ₹10,000 per month for 2‑3 months to Indian students pursuing eligible technical, law or economics courses. Interns gain practical exposure on live Digital India projects at New Delhi. Applications are submitted online through the MeitY internship portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹10,000 per month |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Digital India Internship Scheme, launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, offers students a chance to work on live e‑Governance projects related to the Digital India initiative. Interns receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,000 and a certificate upon successful completion, gaining hands‑on experience in technology, engineering, management, law or economics fields while contributing to national digital transformation efforts.
Benefits
- Token stipend of ₹10,000 per month upon satisfactory performance
- Certificate issued by the Ministry after internship completion and report submission
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be an Indian student
- Must be pursuing studies at a recognized university in India
- Must have secured at least 60% marks in the last held degree or certificate examination
- Must be pursuing one of the eligible courses: B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech (CSE/CS/IT/Electronics/Electrical), M.Sc.(CS/IT/Electronics/Electrical), MCA/DOEACC ‘B’ level, LL.B., or Bachelor’s in Economics and Statistics
- Students who are in the last semester or who will pass out in summer 2025 are not eligible
Who cannot apply
- The internship is neither employment nor an assurance of employment with the ministry
- Students in the last semester or passing out in summer 2025 are not eligible
- Possessing minimum qualifications does not guarantee an internship
- No TA/DA shall be paid for attending the personal interview
- Intern cannot claim intellectual property rights for work done at the ministry and must maintain confidentiality
- Intern may not interact with or represent the ministry to third parties unless specifically authorized
- No intern shall interact with or represent the ministry to the media (print and electronic)
Documents required
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- 10th Class (Matriculation) Certificate
- 12th Class (Higher Secondary) Certificate
- Additional Mark Sheets (if prompted)
- Recommendation Letter from the Sponsoring Institute
How to apply
- 1Visit the Digital India Internship Portal and register as a new user by providing full name, mobile number, email address, password and captcha.
- 2Log in to the portal, fill the application form with personal, academic and reference details, and upload the required documents.
- 3Submit the application and note the acknowledgement reference number generated.
- 4Track application status using the reference number and OTP sent to your registered email.
- 5If shortlisted, accept the internship offer letter within three days and submit the confirmation letter along with bank account details.
- 6After confirmation, await the internship offer and submit the required report at the end of the internship.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Digital India Internship Scheme?+
Indian students pursuing recognized university courses with at least 60% marks in their last examination and studying eligible technical, law or economics disciplines are eligible, except those in their final semester or passing out in summer 2025.
What is the stipend amount under the scheme?+
A token stipend of ₹10,000 per month is paid to interns upon satisfactory performance and completion of the internship.
How long is the internship duration?+
The internship duration is a minimum of two months, extendable up to three months based on performance and ministry requirements.
How can I apply for the internship?+
Applications must be submitted online via the Digital India Internship Portal by registering, filling the form, uploading documents and tracking the status with the reference number and OTP.
Are final year students eligible to apply?+
No, students who are in their last semester or who will pass out in summer 2025 are not eligible for the internship.
Is the internship paid or unpaid?+
Yes, the internship is paid with a token stipend of ₹10,000 per month upon successful completion.
Does the internship guarantee a job in MeitY?+
No, the internship does not assure future employment with the ministry.
What documents are required for application?+
Required documents include a recent photograph, signature, 10th and 12th class certificates, additional mark sheets if prompted, and a recommendation letter from the sponsoring institute.
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