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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) is offering a unique internship opportunity for students and young researchers. This program, part of the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) for the period 2022-23 to 2025-26, aims to connect academic talent with the Ministry's policy and research work.

What Is This Internship Program?

This internship is designed to bring students and research scholars into the Ministry of Panchayati Raj's (MoPR) working environment. Interns will get a chance to work on various projects within the Ministry's units and programs. It's a great way to learn about grassroots governance, development initiatives, and policy-making in India.

Who Can Join This Internship?

The program is open to students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degrees. It also welcomes doctoral (Ph.D.) and post-doctoral researchers. These candidates should be from recognized universities or institutions in India or abroad.

Why This Internship Matters

This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and government. It allows students to apply their knowledge to real-world policy and action research. Interns will gain practical experience in understanding local self-governance, development schemes, and the socio-economic aspects of rural development. They will also contribute by providing data analysis, research, and suggestions for policy briefs and working papers.

Objective

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) has launched an internship program under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) to offer students valuable experience in policy and research.

Benefits

Stipend:The interns will be paid a stipend of ₹7,000/- per month for the period of the internship.
Certificate of Internship:Certificates will be awarded to interns upon satisfactory completion of their internship and on submission of their end-of-assignment Report, and its evaluation by the concerned official of SFIO.

Duration:The internship will be for a minimum period of one month and a maximum period of two months.

Note:The internship will neither be a job nor an assurance of a job in the Serious Fraud Investigation Office.

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Guidelines

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree program. Doctoral (Ph.D.) or post-doctoral scholars are also welcome.
Graduates who have completed their degree within the last 2 years are eligible.
Candidates should be from a recognized university or institution in India or abroad.
Preferred fields of study include Public Policy, Social Policy, Development Studies, Economics, Governance, Rural Development, Business Administration, Environment Studies, Public Health, Sociology, Political Science, Social Work, Statistics, Data Analysis, and related social science, management, or engineering streams.
The internship duration can range from a minimum of 15 days to a maximum of 6 months.
Interns must bring their own laptops for their work.
Individuals not seeking a stipend may also apply for a 'pro bono' internship with approval.

How to Apply

Interested students and research scholars should submit their applications as per the guidelines.
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) will review applications.
Selected candidates will be notified for the internship.
For any queries or application links, please refer to the official notifications and the detailed guidelines available on the Ministry's website.

Documents You'll Need

When you join, you must provide a letter from your supervisor, Head of Department, or Principal. This letter should confirm your student status and state that you have their permission to undertake the internship.

FAQ’s

What is the main goal of this internship program?

The primary goal is to involve students and research scholars, leveraging their talents and knowledge for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj's (MoPR) policy and action research work. It's about mutual benefit and gaining practical experience.

What is the expected duration for the internship?

The internship can last for a minimum of 15 days and should not exceed six months. The program is generally available throughout the year, with preferred periods typically falling between mid-October to early December and mid-June to late August.

Am I eligible if I've already finished my degree?

Yes, if you have completed your undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, or post-doctoral degree within the last 2 years from a recognized institution, you are eligible to apply for this internship program.

Is this internship connected to the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan?

Absolutely. This internship program is an integral part of the Framework for Implementation of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA), running from 2022-23 to 2025-26, under the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the internship?

Yes, upon successfully completing your internship period and submitting the required deliverables, you will be issued a certificate by the concerned divisional head or official.

What are the preferred academic fields for this internship?

The Ministry prefers candidates from disciplines such as Public Policy Studies, Social Policy Studies, Development Studies, Economics, Governance, Rural Development Management, Business Administration, Environment and Energy Studies, Public Health Studies, Sociology, Political Science, Social Work, Statistics, Data Analysis, and other related social science, management, and engineering fields.

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