NCCS Internship Scheme 2026: ₹7,500–₹15,000 Monthly Stipend, Eligibility & How to Apply

At a glance

About the scheme

The National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) runs an internship scheme to engage young talent in areas such as hardware-level security, source code analysis, cryptographic validation and cybersecurity research. Interns are placed under division officers, receive a token remuneration, a certificate upon completion, and necessary workspace and internet facilities. The scheme operates on a quarterly basis with a maximum of 20 interns at any time.

Benefits

• Token remuneration: ₹7,500 per month for Category I interns (pro‑rata)
• Token remuneration: ₹15,000 per month for Category II interns (pro‑rata)
• Certificate of Internship issued upon successful completion and report submission
• Logistics support: working space, workplace internet facility and other necessities (interns must bring their own laptop)

Who can apply (eligibility)

• Category I: Indian students in 3rd/4th year (final or pre‑final year) of Bachelor’s in Electronics/Communications/Telecommunication/Radio/IT/Computers/Electrical Engineering (with electronics/communications/computers major) with minimum 60% marks
• Category II: Indian students who have completed Bachelor’s in the above fields with minimum 60% marks, OR have completed Graduation or are pursuing Post‑Graduate/Master’s in the same fields with minimum 60% marks
• Preference given to candidates with relevant exposure, good academic background and higher qualifications as per NCCS requirements

Documents required

• Mark‑sheet of Class 10th / Date of Birth proof
• Mark‑sheet of Class 12th
• Mark‑sheet of Engineering Graduation (for completed semesters)
• B.Tech Degree of Engineering (for Category II)
• Post Graduate Degree of Engineering (if applicable)
• Mark‑sheet of Engineering Post‑Graduation (if applicable)
• Documentary proof of CGPA to Percentage conversion norm (if applicable)
• Work experience/Internship Certificates (if available)
• Any other document to support the application

How to apply

1. 1Download the prescribed application form (Annexure‑II) from the NCCS website.
2. 2Fill the form, select Category I or II, and attach your CV along with the required documents.
3. 3Send the completed application via email to jtohq.nccs-dot@gov.in with a copy to adethq.nccs-dot@gov.in.
4. 4Ensure your application is submitted in the quarter preceding the intended internship period (e.g., apply by the previous quarter’s deadline).
5. 5Wait for communication from the NCCS selection committee; you may be called for a personal or telephonic interview.
6. 6If selected, report to the assigned NCCS officer for orientation and begin the internship.

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