Jagadguru Kripalu University (JKU) is pleased to inform its students about the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS), a flagship initiative launched by the Government of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to provide structured, industry-oriented internship opportunities for young graduates and postgraduates across the country.
The scheme has been designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements by offering students practical exposure in some of India's leading companies. Through this initiative, students can acquire hands-on experience, enhance professional competencies, develop workplace skills, and significantly improve their employability.
JKU encourages all eligible students to take advantage of this prestigious opportunity and begin their professional journey with India's top corporate organizations.
The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme aims to empower India's youth by providing meaningful internship opportunities across diverse industrial sectors. Under Phase III of the scheme, the Government of India has planned to facilitate approximately 1.10 lakh internship opportunities in more than 200 leading companies across the country.
The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs through an online portal and mobile application, ensuring a transparent, accessible, and student-friendly application process.
The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme seeks to:
Participation in the PM Internship Scheme offers several advantages that extend beyond academic learning.
Students gain first-hand experience by working with leading organizations, understanding industrial practices, business processes, emerging technologies, and organizational culture.
Interns improve communication, teamwork, leadership, analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, workplace ethics, and time management skills.
Employers increasingly value candidates with practical experience. Completing a government-supported internship significantly strengthens a student's resume and placement profile.
Successful candidates receive an official Internship Certificate under the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme, adding value to their academic and professional credentials.
Students receive financial support throughout the internship, enabling them to focus on learning and professional development.
Students selected under PMIS are entitled to:
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Financial Assistance | ₹9,000 per month |
| One-Time Incidental Grant | ₹6,000 |
| Internship Duration | 6 or 9 Months |
| Insurance Coverage | Life & Personal Accident Insurance |
| Internship Certificate | Government of India Certificate upon successful completion |
| Industry Exposure | Internship in India's leading companies |
| Additional Benefits | Many companies may provide subsidized accommodation, food, or transportation facilities |
Depending on the participating organization, students may undertake internships of:
Students must fulfill the following conditions:
Eligible candidates include:
Eligible degree programmes include:
Candidates shall not be eligible if they:
Are currently pursuing full-time education (except final-year students).
Have previously completed internships or apprenticeship programmes under Central or State Government schemes, including NAPS or NATS.
Belong to families with an annual income exceeding ₹12 lakh.
Have family members employed as permanent Government employees, PSU employees, statutory bodies, or local authorities.
Hold professional qualifications such as:
Are graduates or postgraduates from institutions such as IITs, IIMs, IISc, IISERs, NIDs, IIITs, or National Law Universities.
The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme provides:
Eligible students may apply through the official PM Internship Portal by following these simple steps:
Students can apply for up to three internship opportunities.
Students should keep the following documents ready before applying:
Employers today seek graduates who possess practical skills in addition to academic qualifications. Participation in PMIS enables students to:
The Training and Placement Cell of Jagadguru Kripalu University is committed to facilitating students throughout the PM Internship application process. Students may approach the Placement Cell for assistance regarding:
Toll-Free Helpline: 1800 11 6090
For guidance regarding eligibility, registration, and application support, students are encouraged to contact the University's Training & Placement Cell during working hours.
