AI SummaryDigital India Internship Scheme 2026 offers students practical professional experience under the mentorship of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The scheme gives Indian students a chance to work on live e-Governance and technology projects in New Delhi and earn a monthly stipend of ₹10,000.
MeitY runs this internship every year for students pursuing technical, legal and economics degrees. The Summer 2026 cycle opened on 10 April 2026 and the internship ran from 1 June 2026 to 31 July 2026. Applications for this cycle are now closed, and the scheme continues to open fresh rounds for eligible students.
Digital India Internship Scheme - Introduction
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) manages the Digital India Internship Scheme. The program provides practical exposure and professional experience to students studying in graduate or postgraduate degree programs related to technology, engineering, or management. Interns work on live projects associated with the Digital India initiative to gain insights into e-Governance operations.
National e-Governance Division (NeGD) helps implement this scheme under MeitY. The internship lasts for a minimum of two months, with an extension of up to three months possible based on performance. For the 2026 round, the Ministry has kept 51 internship slots across 33 domains, all based in New Delhi.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Digital India Internship Scheme |
| Level | Central |
| Target Audience | Individual Students |
| States Covered | All States |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology |
| Implementing Agency | National e-Governance Division (NeGD) |
| Stipend | ₹10,000 per month |
| Internship Place | New Delhi |
| Slots for 2026 | 51 slots across 33 domains |
Benefits
Interns receive a token stipend of ₹10,000 per month, contingent on satisfactory performance verified by the assigned supervisor or mentor. The stipend is paid after the completion of the internship, once the project report is submitted and accepted by the Ministry.
Upon successful completion of the internship and submission of a report accepted by the competent authority, the Ministry issues an official certificate. This certificate carries real value on a resume and shows hands-on exposure to government digital projects.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be Indian students currently enrolled in a recognized university in India, with at least 60% marks in the last held degree or certificate examination.
- Qualifying degrees include B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Communications), MCA/DOEACC 'B' level for technical areas, LL.B for public policy and online gaming areas, and Bachelors in Economics and Statistics for the Digital Economy area.
- Students in their last semester, or those who will pass out in summer 2026, are not eligible. Only students in the second last year of their program can apply.
Exclusions
The internship program is governed by the following restrictions:
- The internship does not constitute employment nor does it provide any assurance of future government service.
- No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) is provided for attending interviews.
- Interns must respect the intellectual property of the Ministry and cannot claim any rights over their project work.
- Unauthorized representation of the Ministry to third parties or via media (print/electronic) is strictly prohibited.
Application Process
For the 2026 round, applications were accepted online between 10 April 2026 and 29 April 2026 through the official portal. The steps below explain how the process works for any open cycle.
STEP 1 - Go to the official Digital India Internship Portal at intern.meity.gov.in and register using your email ID. The system sends an OTP for email verification before you can continue.
STEP 2 - Fill in your personal and academic details in the dashboard. Upload the required documents, including a recommendation letter from your sponsoring institution, your photograph, and scanned signature.
STEP 3 - Submit the application to generate a unique reference number. Use this number to track the status of your application on the portal.
STEP 4 - Selected candidates receive an offer letter via email and must confirm their acceptance within the given time along with bank details. Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal or Skype interview, for which no TA/DA is paid.
Documents
Applicants must provide the following documents during the online application process:
- Passport-sized photograph and scanned signature
- 10th-grade (Matriculation) and 12th-grade (Higher Secondary) certificates
- Supporting mark sheets for current degrees
- Recommendation letter from the sponsoring educational institution
Definitions
Sponsoring Institution
The academic institution where the applicant is currently enrolled or has recently graduated from. The application must be sponsored or forwarded by this institution.
Area of Expertise
The specific domain in which the applicant seeks to develop professional skills and contribute during the internship, such as cyber security, cloud computing, AI, or digital economy.
References
FAQ's
Who is qualified to apply?
Indian students with at least 60% marks in relevant technical, legal, or economics degree programs are eligible. Students in their last semester or passing out in summer 2026 are not eligible.
How is the stipend paid?
Interns receive ₹10,000 per month after the successful completion of the internship and submission of the project report.
Does this internship guarantee a career?
No, the internship is solely for the purpose of learning and does not guarantee employment within MeitY.
Is there a selection interview?
Yes, MeitY may conduct personal or Skype interviews to select interns for specific domains.
What if my internship performance is poor?
The Ministry reserves the right to terminate the internship program due to unsatisfactory performance at any time.