iCED Internship Scheme 2026: ₹10,000 Monthly Stipend & Application Process

At a glance

About the scheme

Launched by the Indian Audit and Accounts Department under the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, the iCED Internship Scheme introduces students to environmental auditing, the blue economy, and sustainable development. Running for two to six months at the International Centre for Environment Audit and Sustainable Development, it provides structured mentorship, research training, and access to library and IT resources. Up to two qualified candidates per recognized university or institute are selected to work closely with senior CAG officials.

Benefits

• Token remuneration of ₹10,000 per month to meet conveyance and everyday expenses.
• Remuneration of ₹5,000 per month if lodging and boarding facilities are provided by iCED.
• Official Certificate of Internship issued upon successful assignment submission and review.
• Access to office facilities including working space, computers, internet, and library resources.
• Guidance and mentoring under the Director General and Director (T&R), iCED.

Who can apply (eligibility)

• Must be an Indian citizen.
• Must be a graduate or currently pursuing a postgraduate or doctoral degree.
• Must be studying in or have graduated from an institution or university of national or international repute.
• Field of study must be Ocean Science, Environmental Science/Management/Audit/Economics/Law, Public Administration, Public Policy, Sustainable Development, IT, Data Analytics, Architecture, HRM, Disaster Management, or similar.
• Preference is given to candidates with a UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in relevant subjects.
• A maximum of two interns will be selected from any single institution or university.

Who cannot apply

• Handwritten application forms are strictly not accepted.
• Applications submitted in any format other than the officially prescribed proforma are rejected.
• Non-Indian nationals are not eligible.

Documents required

• Official letter from the current educational institution confirming candidate status.
• Two recommendation letters (up to 500 words each) from professors, research guides, employers, or peers.
• Self-attested copies of academic certificates and marksheets.
• Statement of Purpose explaining your interest in the internship.

How to apply

1. 1Download the official proforma from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India website (cag.gov.in).
2. 2Type all necessary details directly into the downloaded application form without handwriting.
3. 3Attach the institutional letter, two recommendation letters, academic certificates, and your Statement of Purpose.
4. 4Email the completed typed application and documents to iced@cag.gov.in.

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