The NITI Aayog Internship Scheme is a prestigious opportunity for Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate students and Research Scholars to gain first-hand exposure to policy-making and governance at the highest level of the Government of India. This internship allows young academic talent to work closely with different Verticals / Divisions / Units of NITI Aayog and contribute to real-world policy research and analysis.
About NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) is the premier policy think tank of the Government of India, responsible for designing long-term strategic frameworks, policy reforms, and development initiatives across sectors.
The internship scheme is designed to familiarise students with government functioning, developmental challenges, and evidence-based policy formulation.
NITI Aayog Internship Scheme – Overview
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Internship Type: Government Internship
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Mode: Offline (On-site at NITI Aayog)
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Stipend: ❌ Unpaid
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Duration: Minimum 6 weeks to maximum 6 months
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Laptop: Interns must bring their own laptop
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Facilities Provided: Workspace, internet, and necessary office facilities
This internship is ideal for students interested in public policy, governance, economics, development studies, data analysis, and social sectors.
Internship Domains / Areas of Work
Applicants can choose only ONE area of interest while applying:
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Agriculture
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Data Management & Analysis
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Economics
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Education / Human Resource Development
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Energy Sector
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Foreign Trade / Commerce
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Governance
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Health, Nutrition, Women & Child Development
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Industry
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Infrastructure Connectivity
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Mass Communication & Social Media
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Mining Sector
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Natural Resources, Environment & Forests
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Programme Monitoring & Evaluation
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Project Appraisal & Management
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Public Finance / Budget
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Public Private Partnership (PPP)
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Rural Development & SDGs
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Science & Technology
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Skill Development & Employment
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Social Justice & Empowerment
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Sports & Youth Development
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Tourism & Culture
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Urbanization / Smart Cities
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Water Resources
Objectives of the NITI Aayog Internship
The scheme aims to:
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Associate young academic talent with national policy work
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Provide exposure to government decision-making processes
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Enable interns to contribute through:
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Empirical research
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Data analysis
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Briefing notes
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Policy papers and reports
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This creates a mutual benefit for both interns and the institution.
Benefits of the Internship
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🏛 Exposure to policy formulation at the national level
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📜 Internship / Experience Completion Certificate issued by the Adviser of the concerned Division
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🧠 Practical understanding of governance and development issues
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📝 Opportunity to work on real policy inputs and research outputs
⚠️ Important: Interns who do not complete the required internship period will NOT receive any certificate.
Eligibility Criteria (Very Important)
Who Can Apply?
Bonafide students from recognized universities/institutions in India or abroad.
Educational Requirements
Undergraduate Students
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Must have completed or appeared in 2nd year / 4th semester
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Must have secured at least 85% marks in Class 12
Graduate / Postgraduate / Research Scholars
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Completed or appeared in 1st year / 2nd semester of PG
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Or pursuing Research / PhD
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Must have secured at least 70% marks in Graduation
Students Who Have Completed Studies
Candidates who have:
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Completed Graduation / PG
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Are waiting for admission to higher studies
✔️ Eligible only if:
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They have 70% or more cumulative marks
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Gap between result declaration and internship start is not more than 6 months
Important Eligibility Notes
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Applications must be submitted at least 2 months in advance
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Application is valid only for the selected month
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Minimum 75% attendance is mandatory
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Original mark sheets & NOC from institution must be produced at joining
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Failure to submit documents will result in cancellation of candidature
Application Process (Online Only)
Step-by-Step Guide
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Visit the official portal:
👉 https://workforindia.niti.gov.in/intern/InternshipEntry/PCInternshipEntry.aspx -
Read all instructions carefully
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Fill in applicant details accurately
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Select only one Area of Interest
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Click Preview and verify details
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Edit if required
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Submit the application
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Note down the Registration Number for future reference
Check Application Status:
👉 https://workforindia.niti.gov.in/intern/InternshipEntry/checkstatus.aspx
Application Window (Strict)
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Applications accepted ONLY from 1st to 10th of every month
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Time: 00:00 hrs (1st) to 23:59 hrs (10th)
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Mode: Online only
⚠️ No offline or late applications are accepted.
Documents Required
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Class 10th & 12th marksheets
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Graduation / PG semester-wise marksheets & degree (if applicable)
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NOC from college/institution (as per prescribed format)
📌 No need to send hard copies.
Key Things to Remember
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No stipend is paid
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Sector allocation is subject to availability & discretion of NITI Aayog
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Indicating a domain does not guarantee allocation
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NITI Aayog is not responsible for technical issues during submission
For technical issues, contact: nic-niti@gov.in
