Goa WCD Internship Scheme 2026: ₹15,000 Monthly Stipend, Eligibility & Offline Form
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Quick answer
The Goa WCD Internship Scheme provides recent postgraduates in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, and Home Science practical training across state-run shelter homes and welfare boards. Selected candidates receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 for up to 12 months. Applicants must submit the official application form offline to the Directorate of Women and Child Development in Panaji.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹15,000 monthly allowance for 12 months |
| Ministry / department | Women and Child Development Department |
| Level | State Government (Goa) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
Administered by the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Government of Goa, this programme offers fresh postgraduate students hands-on professional exposure in social welfare settings. Interns are deployed at state-run children's homes, protective homes for women, Juvenile Justice Boards, and Child Welfare Committees. Working under direct departmental supervision, interns assist with casework, inquiry reports, and field investigations while earning an allowance.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend of ₹15,000 (calculated on a pro-rata basis for partial months).
- One paid leave per month during the training tenure.
- Up to 12 months of practical field training in recognised government shelter homes and committees.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must hold a Master's degree in Social Service, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Home Science, or a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling from a recognised university.
- Must have completed the postgraduate degree within three years prior to applying.
- Must have obtained at least 50% aggregate marks in the final year of postgraduation.
Who cannot apply
- Candidates who finished postgraduation more than three years prior to applying.
- Candidates scoring below 50% aggregate marks in the final year of postgraduation.
Documents required
- Passport-size photograph (signed across).
- Birth certificate.
- Proof of educational qualifications (Postgraduate Degree certificate and attested marksheets).
- Proof of work or field work experience (if any).
How to apply
- 1Download and print the official application format from the Directorate of Women and Child Development portal.
- 2Fill in all required fields, paste a passport-sized photograph signed across, and attach self-attested copies of the necessary documents.
- 3Submit or post the completed application packet to the Director, Directorate of Women and Child Development, Panaji, Goa.
Frequently asked questions
How much allowance is provided under the Goa WCD Internship?+
Interns receive a lump sum monthly allowance of ₹15,000, paid on a pro-rata basis for partial months.
Who is eligible for this internship scheme?+
Candidates with a Master's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Home Science, or a PG Diploma in Counselling completed within the last three years with at least 50% marks are eligible.
What is the duration of the internship?+
The maximum duration of the internship programme is 12 months.
How many internship seats are available each year?+
There are 15 regular slots per year, which can be extended up to 20 with prior government approval.
Does the scheme guarantee permanent government employment?+
No, completing the internship does not guarantee conversion into regular employment or any preferential treatment for departmental recruitment.
Is there a bond requirement for selected interns?+
Yes, interns must sign a bond valued at one month's allowance to ensure uninterrupted completion, requiring a 30-day notice period if exiting early.
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