Rafting Course & Internship Scheme 2026: River Rafting Guide Training & Eligibility
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Quick answer
The Rafting Course & Internship programme offers professional training and internship opportunities to youth in Uttarakhand aiming to become certified river rafting guides. Eligible individuals between 18 and 30 years can participate to acquire tourism and water sport skills. Applications are submitted offline to the District Tourism Development Officer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | River rafting guide training and internship |
| Ministry / department | Tourism Department |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| Age | 18–30 years |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Rafting Course & Internship (RCI) initiative is managed by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board under the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand. Designed to empower local youth, the scheme selects candidates to undergo specialised training and internships that prepare them for careers as certified river rafting guides. By building practical water sports expertise, the programme strengthens adventure tourism while providing sustainable livelihood pathways across the state.
Benefits
- Comprehensive training to qualify as a professional river rafting guide
- Practical internship opportunities in adventure water tourism
- Official certification upon successful course completion
- Selection and skill development for 215 beneficiaries
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a youth residing in Uttarakhand
- Applicant must be between 18 and 30 years of age
- Applicant must be educated
- Applicant must be physically and mentally fit to undertake rigorous water activities
Who cannot apply
- Applicants outside the 18 to 30 years age bracket are not eligible
- Individuals who are not residents of Uttarakhand are not eligible
Documents required
- Completed application form in the prescribed format
- Proof of age and identity
- Proof of residence in Uttarakhand
- Educational qualification certificates
- Medical fitness certificate as required by departmental guidelines
- Other documents as specified by the Tourism Department guidelines
How to apply
- 1Obtain the official application form prescribed for the Rafting Course & Internship scheme.
- 2Fill in all required personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
- 3Attach copies of the required supporting documents as outlined by the department.
- 4Submit the completed application form to the office of the District Tourism Development Officer.
- 5Participate in the required tests conducted at the district level.
- 6Await final selection by the committee constituted at the headquarters following the district screening.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Rafting Course & Internship scheme?+
Educated youth of Uttarakhand aged between 18 and 30 years who are mentally and physically fit for rigorous water activities are eligible.
How many candidates will be selected under the scheme?+
A total of 215 beneficiaries will be selected, trained, and certified under this initiative.
What is the age limit for this training programme?+
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and must not exceed 30 years of age.
Where should the application form be submitted?+
Applications must be submitted offline to the office of the District Tourism Development Officer.
How is the final selection made?+
Candidates undergo screening tests at the district level, and the final list is approved by a selection committee formed at the department headquarters.
What is the mode of application for the course?+
The application process is offline through the District Tourism Development Officer.
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