Internship Programme at SFIO 2026: ₹7,000 Monthly Stipend, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The SFIO Internship Programme offers a monthly stipend of ₹7,000 and a certificate upon completion to eligible post‑graduate and professional students. It provides hands‑on experience in fraud investigation and government work for a duration of one to two months. Applications are submitted offline through the candidate’s institution to the SFIO office.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹7,000 per month stipend |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Corporate Affairs |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs runs an Internship Programme started in 2017 to give talented young scholars from reputed academic institutions a chance to work with SFIO officers. Interns gain practical exposure to government functioning and specialised skills in their field of study while working in a team. The programme is strictly an learning experience and does not promise employment.
Benefits
- Stipend of ₹7,000 per month
- Certificate of Internship upon satisfactory completion and submission of end‑assignment report
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be an Indian national.
- Applicant must be pursuing/post‑graduate in MBA (Finance), or be a law student in the 4th/5th year of a five‑year programme with consistent and excellent academic records, or a fresh graduate with excellent academic records holding a first‑class graduation degree.
- Applicant must be pursuing post‑graduation with a high second‑class graduation degree (minimum 55% marks) or be enrolled in Masters/Research programmes in Economics/Finance/Management/Law/Computer Forensics at recognised universities in India or abroad.
- Applicant must be in the final year or equivalent of ICAI, ICAI(CMA), ICSI, or studying at Central Universities, AICTE‑recognised financial/economic institutions, recognised National Management Institutes, or Foreign Universities and Institutions of Excellence.
- For graduate applicants, a first‑class graduation degree is required.
Documents required
- Passport sized photograph
- Self‑attested copies of educational certificates
- Declaration of Secrecy
- Assignment report on the allotted subject (to be presented to the Director, SFIO)
- Feedback on internship experience
How to apply
- 1Download the application form from the official SFIO website.
- 2Fill and sign the form, attach self‑attested educational certificates, a passport sized photograph and a Declaration of Secrecy.
- 3Have your institution send the completed application to SFIO via email to admn.hq@sfio.nic.in, indicating preferred timing and duration.
- 4Wait for final selection by the competent authority based on suitability and vacancy availability.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the SFIO Internship Programme?+
Indian nationals pursuing/post‑graduate in MBA (Finance), law students in 4th/5th year of a five‑year programme with excellent records, fresh graduates with first‑class degree, post‑graduates with at least 55% marks, Masters/Research students in Economics/Finance/Management/Law/Computer Forensics, or final‑year students of ICAI, ICAI(CMA), ICSI, and recognised institutions.
What is the stipend amount under the SFIO Internship Programme?+
Interns receive a stipend of ₹7,000 per month for the duration of the internship.
What is the duration of the SFIO internship?+
The internship lasts for a minimum of one month and a maximum of two months.
How can I apply for the SFIO Internship Programme?+
Applications are made offline by downloading the form from the official SFIO website, filling it with self‑attested documents and a Declaration of Secrecy, and sending it through your institution to admn.hq@sfio.nic.in.
Does the SFIO internship guarantee a job in the office?+
No, the internship is neither a job nor an assurance of a job in SFIO.
What documents are required for the SFIO internship application?+
Passport sized photograph, self‑attested copies of educational certificates, Declaration of Secrecy, and after completion an assignment report and feedback.
Is a certificate awarded after completing the SFIO internship?+
Yes, a Certificate of Internship is given upon satisfactory completion and submission of the end‑assignment report.
Can international students apply for the SFIO Internship Programme?+
No, only Indian nationals are eligible.
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