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IPDOP Internship 2026: ₹10,000 Monthly Stipend, Eligibility & How to Apply

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Quick answer

The Internship Programme of the Department of Expenditure (IPDOP) offers a token remuneration of ₹10,000 per month for a duration of two to six months to eligible postgraduate and research students. It is open to Indian nationals pursuing postgraduate courses in Economics/Finance/Management or the 4th/5th year of a five‑year integrated Law/professional course with specified academic criteria. Interested candidates must apply offline by sending their CV and a handwritten 500‑word statement to the Section Officer (Admn‑l), Department of Expenditure, New Delhi.

At a glance

Main benefit₹10,000 per month
Ministry / departmentMinistry Of Finance
LevelCentral Government
Application modeOffline

About the scheme

The Internship Programme of the Department of Expenditure aims to give students and research scholars practical exposure to the formulation of economic policies in the Government of India. Interns work under DS/Director level officers in various divisions, receive office space and a computer with internet, and must maintain secrecy. Upon satisfactory completion and submission of a report/paper, they receive a certificate and a token remuneration of ₹10,000 per month.

Benefits

  • Token remuneration of ₹10,000 per month, payable after satisfactory completion and submission of report/paper
  • Certificate of internship issued after satisfactory completion, report/paper submission and evaluation
  • Logistics support including office space and a computer with internet facility
  • Placement with a DS/Director level officer in a division based on interest and division preference

Who can apply (eligibility)

  • Indian national pursuing postgraduate research courses in Economics/Finance/Management
  • Indian national pursuing the 4th or 5th year of a five‑year integrated Law or any other professional course from recognized universities/institutions
  • Students pursuing post‑graduate courses must have obtained a first‑class graduate degree
  • Research scholars in Economics/Finance/Management must have at least 50% marks in post‑graduation
  • Students in the 4th/5th year of the five‑year integrated Law course must have at least 80% marks in their 12th class examination

Documents required

  • Passport sized photograph
  • Handwritten write‑up (≤500 words) signed by the applicant, explaining why the programme is useful and how it fits career growth
  • Report/paper on the allotted subject to be submitted at the end of the internship
  • Feedback on internship experience to be given to the concerned Head of Division
  • Monitoring and supervision report by the concerned Director/JS (if required)

How to apply

  1. 1Visit the official Department of Expenditure website (doe.gov.in) to download the internship proforma.
  2. 2Fill the proforma, attach a passport sized photograph and the handwritten 500‑word write‑up.
  3. 3Send the completed application to Section Officer (Admn‑l), Department of Expenditure, Room No.264‑B, North Block, New Delhi.

Frequently asked questions

How are interns selected for the program?+

Applications are scrutinized by a Selection Committee; offers are sent based on slot availability, consent of the concerned division, and approval of the Selection Committee, with not more than five interns accommodated at any point.

Will interns receive a certificate upon completion?+

Yes, certificates are issued to interns after satisfactory completion, submission of report/paper and its evaluation by the DS/Director level officer.

Is there a feedback process for interns?+

Yes, interns must provide feedback on their experience of the programme, including monitoring and supervision by the concerned Director/JS.

What is the submission requirement for interns?+

Interns must present a report/paper on the allotted subject at the end of the internship.

How will placement of interns be decided?+

Interns are attached to a DS/Director level officer in a division based on their areas of interest and the division’s preferences.

What support will be provided to the interns?+

Interns receive necessary logistics support, including office space and a computer with internet facility.

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