PM Internship Scheme Deadline Extended Till April 15: Here’s How To Apply

The registration deadline for Round 2 of the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS) pilot phase has been extended till Apr. 15. The scheme, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in last year’s budget, aims to improve the employability of youth by providing them with practical experience through internships in top 500 firms in India.  

The registration was initially scheduled to close on Mar. 31, but has been extended to offer students and young professionals more time to apply

While the applications for some postings have already closed and the shortlisting process is underway, students have until April 15 to apply for any openings that are still displayed on their dashboard. There are no charges to register for an offering. 

Students who have already applied are advised to monitor their emails and registration dashboard on PMIS’s official website for timely updates on any internship opportunity.

Participants in the PMIS are eligible to receive a monthly stipend of Rs 5,000 for a 12-month internship. The employer will pay Rs 500 as part of the stipend structure, which is dependent on conduct, performance, and attendance.

The intern's Aadhaar-linked bank account will thereafter receive the remaining Rs 4,500 directly from the government. Additionally, interns who enlist will receive a one-time award of Rs 6,000.

The PM Internship Scheme is open for Indian citizens between the ages of 21 and 24 years. To be eligible, the applicant must be have passed Class 10 or Class 12. Those with a UG degree or diploma can also apply. It must be noted that the scheme is only for unemployed students. Those with part-time or a full-time job already are ineligible to apply. Candidates enrolled in online or distance learning programmes can also apply.

Step 1: Log on to the PMIS website. https://pminternship.mca.gov.in/login/

Step 2: On the homepage, find the registration link and create a new registration with the required information. 

Step 3: Log in to your account.

Step 4: Fill out the registration form with the required details. 

Step 5: Submit the form. Keep a copy of the confirmation page saved for future reference.