Central Government · Ministry Of Panchayati Raj
Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan - Internship Program
Main benefit
The selected candidates will receive a certificate of completion.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
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To allow/engage 'Students' enrolled/pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree programs and 'Young Research Scholars' enrolled/pursuing Doctoral (Ph.
D.) or post-doctoral degrees in given academic disciplines below from recognized/reputed University(s)/Institution(s) within India or abroad for short-term (maximum of 3 months only) engagement of 'Selected Candidates' as 'Interns' in various Units, Cells, and Programmes of different Divisions of MoPR under the Revamped RGSA Scheme for the period of FY 2022-23 to 2025-
6. The 'Internship Program' focuses on the 'Office Set-Up of MoPR'. A detailed list of intended domains/subject areas of research for which the 'Interns' are invited is available at "Area of Interest” in the form.
Objectives of the Program
The Internship Program has the following objectives:
To engage 'Students' and 'Research Scholars for tapping academic talents, knowledge, skills, and techniques to be best utilized and associated with the MoPR's Policy and Action Research work for mutual benefits.
The 'Interns' shall have an opportunity to know and get in-hand experience on the Stier Local Self-governments and other Government functioning, policies, schemes, development initiatives, and interventions for rural development in context to the socioeconomic, cultural, and political aspects.
The 'Interns' will have to provide relevant and logical inputs, suggestions, and recommendations through Data Analysis, Situational Analysis, Empirical and Evidence-Based Research through Quantitative & Qualitative Data Analysis, Desk Reviews, and Policy Analysis at the 'Office setup of MoPR' for preparing Policy Briefs and Working Papers.
Benefits
- The selected candidates will receive a certificate of completion.
- Logistic and Stipend Support: Due to the short-term and contractual nature of the Internship Program, MoPR shall provide a flat rate/amount of ₹ 7000/- per month as a 'stipend' to the 'Intern', depending on the best applicants, follows:
- Support for Office Segment of MoPR: MoPR shall provide them with working space, an Internet facility, library access, and other requirements for their assignments) and deliverables. Interns will be required to have their laptop. The expected stipend shall be of a flat rate/amount of ₹ 7000/- per month depending on the best applicants and candidates shall be engaged as interns for the Internship Program by the approval of DH of the Program Division. The candidates who are not expecting any stipend/honorarium may also join with the approval of DH of the Program Division in a pro bono manner.
Who can apply
- The applicants i.e., 'Students' are enrolled/pursuing Undergraduate / Graduate/ Postgraduate degree programs or 'Research Scholars' enrolled/pursuing Doctoral (Ph.
- D.)/Post-Doctoral degree in a recognized/reputed University(s)/Institution(s) within India or Abroad are eligible to apply for the Internship Program. The preferred academic disciplines are Public Policy Studies, Social Policy Studies, Development Studies, Economics, Governance and Public Administration Studies, Rural Development Management, Business Administration, Environment and Energy Studies, Public Health Studies, Sociology, Political Science, Social Work, Statistics, Data Analysis, and other relevant Social Sciences, Management, and Engineering streams.
Who cannot apply
- The period of the internship shall be at least four (4) weeks but not exceeding three (3) months.
- Interns not completing the requisite period will not be issued any certificates.
Documents needed
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How to apply
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How to Apply
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Register yourself as an applicant (if not already registered).
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Click on Apply for Service or Login
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Enter the User Name, password, and Captcha code given and click on Submit.
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Once logged in, on the left menu, click on Apply for services and then click on View services Click on 'Apply'. Procedure for Applicants:
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Interested applicants/candidates may apply online only at the address link to be indicated on the official website of MoPR under the 'Home Page' tab 'RGSA' sub-tab `MoPR Internship' from the 1st to the 10th of every month for the Internship Program likely to commence from the following month.
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Interns must also clearly indicate the area of interest in the form.
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A candidate can apply for an internship only once during a financial year. The application will be valid for consideration for the entirety of the financial year in which the application is made.
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At the time of joining on selection, applicants shall be required to produce a letter from their 'Principal'/'Head of Department'/'Supervisor', indicating their status in the Institution/University and `No Objection Certificate' (NOC) for allowing their student to undergo Internship Program for the period for which s/he is selected.
Common questions
What is the purpose of internship with MoPR?
The Internship Program has the following objectives: To engage 'Students' and 'Research Scholars' for tapping academic talents, knowledge, skills, and techniques to be best utilised and associated with the MoPR's Policy and Action Research work for mutual benefits.
What is the Period of Internship?
The Internship Program shall be available throughout the year, based on the requirements of MoPR. Preferable periods would be: (a) Mid-week of October to the first week of December; and (b) Mid-week of June to Third-week of August.
What is the eligiblity criteria of the internship scheme?
The applicants pursuing Graduation/Post Graduation/Research courses from any recognized University/Institution within India or abroad are eligible to apply for the internship.
Is the Internship program part of Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan?
The 'Internship Program' is part of the Framework for Implementation of Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) of Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) (2022–23 to 2025-26) of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR), Government of India.
Will I get the Experience Certificate?
Yes, A certificate will be issued after successful completion of the above-mentioned Internship period, along with the submission of deliverables for the given assignment by MoPR, by the divisional Head (DH)/ or concerned official.