Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme 2026

UIDAI's internship scheme offers students hands-on experience in technology, legal domains like cyber laws, and management at Read More... its headquarters, technology center, and regional offices. Read less

Details

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides a valuable internship opportunity for students looking to gain practical experience. This scheme is designed to offer exposure to various technological advancements and functional areas within UIDAI, including application development, legal aspects like cyber laws, and general management.

What Is This Scheme?

UIDAI's internship program aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application. It allows bright young minds to work alongside UIDAI officials, contributing fresh ideas while learning about the operational workings and technological infrastructure of a critical national initiative. The experience gained is expected to significantly boost the interns' future career prospects.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This internship is ideal for bonafide students from recognized Indian or international universities. Specifically, it targets students in their 3rd or 4th year of B.Tech/BE, postgraduate students, or those pursuing PhDs who meet the academic and other specified criteria.

Why This Scheme Is Important

The scheme serves a dual purpose: it benefits UIDAI by bringing in new perspectives and research support, and it greatly benefits the interns by providing them with in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and legal frameworks relevant to digital identity. It's a platform for mutual learning and growth.

Objective

UIDAI's internship scheme offers students hands-on experience in technology, legal domains like cyber laws, and management at its headquarters, technology center, and regional offices.

Benefits

Assistance under the ESDP Scheme: The programme includes the following modules-

1. Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme (EAP): One Day Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme is an activity to identify and motivate traditional/non-traditional entrepreneurs, who have the potential to set up MSEs with the objective of leading them towards entrepreneurship/self-employment. It consists of formal inaugural and technical sessions and one-to-one discussions with interested participants for counselling and mentoring. At least one EAP should be organized in each district. The intake capacity for the programme will be 50 to 100 persons.

2. Entrepreneurship-cum-Skill Development Programme (E-SDP)

Existing E-SDP: This six-week activity is aimed at conducting special entrepreneurship development programmes for new livelihood enterprise creation and rural enterprise development. This is a product-cum-process oriented activity-based programme. Comprehensive training programmes will be organized to upgrade the skills of prospective entrepreneurs coupled with specific skills in hands-on practice or demonstration relating to activities. The programme is suitably tailored to the needs of trade or specific activity and the target group of trainees covered under the specific training programme.
Advanced E-SDP: The Minimum One-Week Advanced E-SDP Programme will have to be conducted with the intake capacity for the programme will be about 20 participants. The advanced ESOP programmes will be conducted through IIMs/IITs/ICAR/CSIR/BARC/IISC/NIT/Agricultural University of Central and State government etc. of repute will be roped in to provide ESDP training.

3. Management Development Programme (MDP)

Existing MDP: This one-week activity is aimed at capacity building of MSMEs through inputs on management practice systems to improve their decision-making capabilities resulting in higher productivity and profitability of existing and potential entrepreneurs and developing new enterprises. Inputs on a variety of topics of managerial functions will be provided to the participants by experts, which aim at the dissemination of knowledge of scientific/modern management techniques/practices. The intake capacity for the programme will be 25-30 participants. The age of the participants will be 18 years and above.
Advanced MOP: The Minimum One-week Advanced MOP Programme will have an intake capacity for the programme will be about 25 participants. The Advance MDP Training Programmes will be conducted through State Administrative Training Institutes (ATIs) and/or other reputed institutions in this domain of Central or State Governments/NITs/Regional Engineering Colleges/Agricultural colleges/Autonomous bodies of Central/State Governments to provide MDP training to MSMEs promoters/executives. In this programme Central/State Governments (including the Ministry of MSME)/Bank officers and other stakeholders can also participate to enhance their knowledge with a minimum of 75% MSME participants.

Note 01: The activities/programmes will be conducted through different field offices of the office of DC (MSME), MSME-DIs, Technology Centres and State Government Agencies, as approved by the Empowered committee headed by AS&DC( MSME) from time to time.

Note 02: Information on flagship programmes/schemes such as MUDRA, Start-up India and Stand-up India, ASPIRE, PMEGP and SC/ST Hub shall be provided to the participants.

Note 03: While providing in-puts on financing, a couple of sessions on alternate sources of funding like Angel Funding, Venture Capital, Crowd Funding etc. may be included in the programme syllabus.

Note 04: Some State Governments have introduced schemes for new entrepreneurs. Adequate care should be taken to provide information on these schemes as well.

Note 05: Special programmes should be organized in Aspirational, Backward Districts and the North Eastern Region (NER) based on the local strength and potential.

Sources and references

MSME-Website

Guidelines

Official Website

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this internship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen.
Student Status: Must be a bonafide student of a recognized university or institution, either in India or abroad.
Academic Qualifications: Applicants must fulfill at least one of these conditions:
- Studying in the 3rd or 4th year of a B.Tech/BE program and have secured at least 60% marks (or a GPA average of 6.0) in all previous semesters.
- Pursuing a postgraduate program and have completed or appeared for the term-end exams of the 1st year/2nd semester, or be a PhD student, having secured not less than 60% marks or equivalent in graduation.
- Students who have completed their graduation/PG or appeared for their final exams and are awaiting higher studies or job opportunities can also apply if they have secured 60% or more cumulative marks until the application date and the gap between their final exam result declaration and the internship start date does not exceed six months.

Fellowship Eligibility: For fellowship programs, applicants must be registered for a PhD at an Indian institution. Fellowships are available for 6 to 12 months focusing on Computer Science (including IT Act, Cyber Laws, Data Privacy, AI, etc.) and Public Policy & Management.

How To Apply

Interested candidates can apply for the UIDAI internship program. While specific application windows and online application facilities are announced periodically on the UIDAI website, candidates can also apply directly to UIDAI Regional Offices, Technology Centre, or Divisions of Headquarters by submitting the prescribed application form.

For Fellowship: Applications for fellowships require sponsorship/forwarding from the applicant's current institution in the prescribed format, along with a recommendation letter from their PhD supervisor.

Documents Required

When applying for the internship, applicants generally need to provide:

An original No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Head of Department/Principal. This certificate should confirm that the student will not be registered for any course requiring their class attendance during the internship period.

Additional documents for Fellowship applicants:

A recommendation letter from the PhD supervisor.
The application must be sponsored and forwarded by the institution where the applicant is currently enrolled, using the prescribed format.

Upon Completion of Internship:

A soft copy and hard copy of the project report detailing the work undertaken.
A "No Demand Certificate" in the specified format.

Note: The Tech Centre/Regional office/division reserves the right to verify the authenticity of all original documents. Any discrepancies found may lead to the cancellation of the candidature.

FAQ’s

What is the minimum and maximum duration for this UIDAI internship?

The internship period must be at least six weeks long and can extend up to a maximum of 12 months. Interns who do not complete the required period will not receive a certificate.

Will I get a stipend if I am selected for the internship?

Yes, selected interns will receive a monthly stipend. The amount varies depending on whether the internship is on-premises or remote, and the intern's field of study (e.g., Technical, Professional, Non-Technical). For instance, a B.Tech student working on premises gets ₹30,000 per month, while a remote intern gets ₹15,000.

Can I get accommodation provided by UIDAI during the internship?

Basic lodging facilities can be made available on a payment basis, but only at the UIDAI Technology Centre in Bengaluru. For other locations, interns must arrange their own accommodation.

Do I need to bring my own laptop for the internship?

Yes, absolutely. Interns are required to bring their own laptop for carrying out the work assigned to them during the internship. UIDAI will not provide any computer system or laptop.

How are candidates selected for the UIDAI internship program?

The selection process involves a review by a Selection Committee formed by UIDAI authorities. Depending on the need, personal or virtual interviews may be conducted to assess candidates.

Is there any age limit to apply for this internship?

The provided details do not specify an age limit, but eligibility is based on being a bonafide student of a recognized university and meeting academic criteria.

Can students who have just finished their graduation apply?

Yes, students who have just completed their graduation or postgraduate studies and are awaiting admission to higher studies or job opportunities can be considered. They must have secured 60% or more cumulative marks and the gap between their final exam result and the internship start date should not be more than six months.

What happens after I complete my internship?

Upon successful completion of your assigned work and with the recommendation of your reporting officer, UIDAI will issue an experience certificate. You will also need to submit a project report and a "No Demand Certificate".

What is the purpose of the 'No Demand Certificate'?

The 'No Demand Certificate' is a document confirming that the intern has no outstanding dues or demands from UIDAI upon completion of their tenure.

Can I apply if I am an international student studying in India?

Yes, the scheme states that applicants should be bonafide students of any recognized University/ Institution within India or abroad. So, international students studying in India should be eligible.

Will I receive a certificate at the end of my internship?

Yes, UIDAI will issue a certificate for the period of internship upon successful completion of assigned work and with the recommendation of the concerned reporting officer. However, if the requisite period is not completed, no certificate will be issued.

Is the internship open year-round?

The application facility is not always open. Interested students can check the UIDAI website for announcements regarding when applications are being accepted. In the meantime, they can submit applications to UIDAI Regional Offices/Technology Centre/Divisions of Headquarters in the prescribed format.

What are the primary areas of work for interns?

Interns are expected to gain exposure in areas such as application development, legal domains (like cyber laws and IT Act), and general management. They may also work in niche technology areas or related legal aspects.

Does this internship guarantee a job at UIDAI?

No, this internship is not a guarantee of employment with UIDAI. It is an opportunity to gain experience and exposure, which may be beneficial for future career prospects.

Where can the internship be conducted?

Internships can be undertaken at the UIDAI Technology Centre in Bengaluru, UIDAI's Regional Offices, UIDAI Headquarters, or from an assigned remote location, all under the guidance of a Project Supervisor.