Check WB Student Internship Scheme Eligibility, Stipend Amount, Apply Online Process: West Bengal government runs a student internship scheme under which graduate, ITI and polytechnic pass-out students get to work as interns in various state government departments for one year. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee first cleared this scheme in a cabinet meeting on 31 January 2022 and later reannounced it on 8 January 2024 with a higher stipend of Rs. 10,000 per month. This article covers eligibility rules, stipend details, required documents, and current application status of WB Student Internship Scheme.
WB Student Internship Scheme Latest Update
West Bengal Higher Education Department first cleared this internship scheme in a cabinet meeting held on 31 January 2022. Back then, the monthly allowance was fixed at Rs. 5,000 and the state government had planned to hire around 6,000 interns every year for various government postings.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reannounced this scheme on 8 January 2024, during the concluding session of “Students’ Week” at Dhono Dhanya Auditorium in Kolkata. She confirmed that the monthly stipend has been raised to Rs. 10,000 and said around 2,500 students would get internship opportunities in this phase, with renewal possible based on performance. Some official statements still mention a wider target of 6,000 interns a year as the scheme expands.
As of now, a dedicated online application portal for this internship scheme has not gone live yet, and Higher Education Department has not released a fixed date for form fill up to start. Officials have indicated that applications will open through Banglar Uchchashiksha portal at banglaruchchashiksha.wb.gov.in, the same portal used for other higher education schemes in the state. Students should keep checking this website along with sarkariyojana.com for updates on when applications actually start.
Eligibility Criteria for WB Student Internship Scheme
Candidates need to meet a few basic conditions before they can apply once the scheme opens for applications. These conditions are given below.
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal state.
- Age should be between 16 and 40 years at the time of applying.
- Applicant must be a graduate with 60% marks in their final year, or must hold a diploma from an ITI or polytechnic institute in the state.
- Existing students who are still studying can also apply, but they need a “No-Objection Certificate” from their respective institute.
Stipend and Internship Duration
Selected interns will get Rs. 10,000 every month for one year. Their work gets reviewed at the end of this period, and students who perform well may get a chance for renewal into the next year. State government will also give a completion certificate to each intern, which can support them while applying for government jobs later.
Where Interns Will Be Posted
Government plans to post interns close to their home district so travel does not become a burden. Postings will be at block offices, sub-divisional offices, zilla parishads and other district-level government departments. A selection committee headed by Chief Secretary will choose the interns, and the internship will run in coordination with State Education Department.
Documents Required for WB Student Internship Scheme
Once the application process starts, students will likely need to submit some documents online along with the form. Keeping these documents ready in advance will save time.
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile certificate
- Graduation certificate, or ITI / polytechnic diploma certificate
- Birth certificate or class 10 admit card as age proof
- Income certificate
- Passport size photograph
- Active mobile number and email ID
How to Apply for WB Student Internship Scheme
Higher Education Department already runs Banglar Uchchashiksha portal for other student schemes, including WB Student Credit Card Scheme. Internship applications are also expected to open through the same portal once the process is finalised. Students who are already registered on this portal for other benefits like Kanyashree Prakalpa may find the sign in process familiar once internship applications begin. Sarkariyojana.com will update this article with the exact apply online steps as soon as the portal opens.
WB Student Internship Scheme Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | WB Student Internship Scheme |
| Launched By | Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal government |
| Department | Higher Education Department, West Bengal |
| First Cleared On | 31 January 2022 |
| Reannounced On | 8 January 2024 |
| Beneficiaries | Graduate, ITI and polytechnic students |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 10,000 (revised from Rs. 5,000) |
| Internship Duration | 1 year, renewable on performance |
| Age Limit | 16 to 40 years |
| Application Mode | Online, portal yet to be launched |
| Official Website | banglaruchchashiksha.wb.gov.in |
FAQ’s
What is the monthly stipend under WB Student Internship Scheme?
Selected interns get Rs. 10,000 per month for one year. This amount was raised from the originally announced Rs. 5,000 when Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reannounced the scheme in January 2024.
Who can apply for WB Student Internship Scheme?
Permanent residents of West Bengal aged between 16 and 40 years, who are graduates with 60% marks or hold an ITI / polytechnic diploma, can apply once the application window opens.
Has WB Student Internship Scheme application portal launched?
Not yet. Higher Education Department has not opened a dedicated application window as of now. Applications are expected to open through Banglar Uchchashiksha portal, and this article will be updated once the portal goes live.
How many students will get internship under this scheme?
Around 2,500 students are expected to get internship opportunities in the current phase, with government targeting up to 6,000 interns a year as the scheme expands.
What is the internship duration and can it be renewed?
Internship runs for one year. Students who perform well during this period may get their internship renewed for another year, based on review by the selection committee.
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