PM Internship Scheme 2027: Eligibility, Stipend and How to Apply

The PM Internship Scheme gives Indian students and young graduates a paid internship with a participating company, with a monthly stipend shared by the government and the host company. The scheme is still a pilot, and the current round, Round 3, runs on a rolling basis with no single closing date. You can register for free only on the official portal, pminternship.mca.gov.in.

If you are 18 to 25 years old, have passed Class 10 or higher, and meet the family income and government job rules, you may be eligible. This guide covers who qualifies, how to apply step by step, what the stipend includes, and what 2027 may look like. Parents, there is a short checklist for you too.

What's open right now for the PM Internship Scheme

• Target: The Third Pilot Round aims for 1.10 lakh internship opportunities across the country. It started in March 2026 and stays open until December 2026.
• No single deadline: Companies post listings until December 2026, and candidates can join until January 2027. Each listing has its own dates and closes once its seats are filled, so apply early.
• Applicant numbers: Reports differ. One says about 40,000 candidates joined Round 3, while another counts more than 30,000 joinings by mid-October 2026. Treat 1.10 lakh as a target, not a seat count.

Who is eligible for the PM Internship Scheme

The scheme is open to several education levels, but the income and employment conditions are the ones families most often overlook.

• School leavers: Candidates who have passed High School or Higher Secondary School.
• Vocational and diploma holders: Candidates with an ITI certificate or a polytechnic diploma.
• Graduates and postgraduates: Degrees such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Pharma and B.E./B.Tech, plus postgraduate degrees.
• Final-year students: Eligible with a No Objection Certificate (NOC). Final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students became eligible in April 2026.
• Online and distance learners: Candidates enrolled in online or distance programmes are eligible.
• Family income: No family member may earn more than ₹12 lakh in the preceding financial year, as on the date of application. The family includes the candidate, parents and spouse.
• Government jobs: No family member can be a permanent or regular government employee.

Students in Class 8 or 9 are not eligible yet, because the scheme needs at least a High School pass. If your child is planning the next step after Class 10 or 12, read our guide on what to do after 12th.

A quick checklist for parents

Before your child registers, go through these three questions together:

1. Does any family member earn more than ₹12 lakh in the preceding financial year?
2. Is any family member a permanent or regular government employee?
3. Is your child a final-year student who will need an NOC from the college?

If the answer to the first two questions is yes, the candidate is not eligible under the current rules. If the answer to the third is yes, ask the college for the NOC early.

Age limit and relaxations

Under the 2026 rules, candidates must be between 18 and 25 years old. Age is checked on the date you apply, not on the last date for applying.

The 2024 pilot used a narrower range of 21 to 24 years, measured on the last date for applying. If you see those figures in an older article, they are out of date.

Relaxations: No age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, persons with disabilities or any other category has been published so far. Do not assume one until it appears in the official guidelines.

How to apply for the PM Internship Scheme, step by step

Follow these steps on the official portal. Keep your documents ready before you start.

1. Go to the official portal. Type pminternship.mca.gov.in directly into your browser.
2. Register with basic details. Enter your name, mobile number and email ID. Registration is free.
3. Complete identity verification. The portal uses Aadhaar-based registration, so keep your Aadhaar ready.
4. Build your profile. Add your education and skills. The portal also offers bio-data generation.
5. Browse listings. Filter by district, state, sector and role.
6. Apply for up to three internships at a time. Round 3 allows three active applications.
7. Track your application. Check the status on the portal. The PMIS mobile app, launched by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs on 17 March 2025, supports Aadhaar face authentication.

How to spot a fake portal

• Only pminternship.mca.gov.in is the official portal. Check the web address every time.
• Registration is free. Anyone asking for a fee is not a genuine source.
• Do not share Aadhaar, OTP or bank details with people who contact you outside the portal.
• Be cautious of messages or links that promise guaranteed placements.

PM Internship Scheme selection process

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs runs the scheme through the portal, but the participating company decides whom to take for each internship. The portal uses matching tools to connect your profile with companies' needs and locations, so a complete, accurate profile matters.

The process works like this:

1. Apply to listings that match your education, skills and location.
2. Wait for the company's review. Companies make the final call on each application.
3. Track updates on the portal and respond promptly to any request.
4. Join by the joining date in the listing. For Round 3, joining runs until January 2027.

The full offer and joining rules are set out in the official guidelines, so read them before you accept. If you are comparing paid internships with apprenticeships, our article on choosing between internships and apprenticeships explains the difference.

Stipend, grant and perks under the scheme

Under the 2026 revamp, the minimum monthly stipend is ₹9,000. The cost is shared, with the government covering most of it.

• Monthly stipend: ₹9,000 minimum. The government pays ₹8,100 through DBT, and the host company pays ₹900 as its CSR contribution.
• One-time grant: ₹6,000, paid in two tranches of ₹3,000 each.
• Insurance: Life and personal accident insurance cover is part of the scheme.
• PMIS Certificate: Issued on successful completion of the internship.
• Extra support: Many companies offer food, accommodation or transport. These depend on each company, so check each listing.
• Attendance: The stipend depends on meeting the attendance requirements set by the host company.
• Duration: Six to nine months under the current framework.
• Grade pay: Not applicable. This is a stipend, not a government post, so there is no pay grade.
• Job guarantee: Completing an internship does not guarantee a permanent job with the participating company.

In short, the stipend is a monthly allowance during your internship. It is not a salary, and it is not a job offer.

Preparation plan before you apply

You do not need to wait for a listing to start preparing. Use these three steps to be ready when a suitable internship appears.

Week 1: Gather your documents

• Your Aadhaar card, plus a mobile number and email ID that you check every day.
• Your Class 10, Class 12, ITI, diploma or degree marksheets.
• For final-year students, a request to your HOD, Dean, Principal or Training and Placement Officer for the NOC.

Week 2: Build a simple profile

• Write a short bio-data and a one-page resume. Our guide on writing an ATS-friendly resume can help.
• List your skills honestly. Communication, teamwork and time management matter in most internships. Read our guide on soft skills.

Week 3: Choose the right listings

• Shortlist sectors that match your interests. A psychometric career assessment can show which fields suit your personality and strengths.
• Apply to three well-matched listings at a time, rather than to every listing you see.
• Note each listing's start and end dates in your calendar.

If you are not sure which career to explore, our career library covers more than 5,000 careers. A certified career counsellor can help you compare them with your strengths.

Official links and notification PDFs

Use these links to check details yourself. College and university copies are useful for context, but always confirm dates and rules on the official portal.

• Official portal: pminternship.mca.gov.in
• Guidelines page on the portal: pminternship.mca.gov.in/guidelines
• PIB release, 22 April 2026 (final-year students eligible): PIB press release
• PIB release, Round 2, March 2025 (older rules): PIB press release
• PIB release on the 2024 pilot guidelines (older rules, age 21 to 24): PIB press release
• Round III circular shared by a college (secondary copy): college PDF
• Circular for online and distance learners (secondary copy): VSSUT PDF

No notification PDF for 2027 has been published yet. When one is released, it will be posted on the official portal.

What changed from 2024 to 2026

The scheme was launched as a pilot on 3 October 2024, according to All India Radio. Some reports say 4 October. The rules have changed several times since then, and many online articles still show the 2024 figures.

If an article mentions a 12-month internship or an age limit of 21 to 24, it is describing the old rules.

PM Internship Scheme 2027: what is confirmed and what is tentative

Here is what we know about 2027, and where our assumptions begin.

• Confirmed: Round 3 listings run until December 2026, and joining runs until January 2027.
• Confirmed: The scheme is still a pilot. Reports say the Ministry of Corporate Affairs is preparing for a full national launch next year, but no official decision has been announced.
• Tentative (our assumption): If the rolling model and the ₹9,000 stipend carry into 2027, expect a similar structure. A 2027 vacancy figure would likely be in the range of this year's 1.10 lakh target. This is a planning assumption, not an announcement.
• Not yet announced: The 2027 application window, last date, notification PDF and any change to eligibility. These will be shared on the official portal.

What to do in the meantime

Keep your documents ready, check the portal every week, and bookmark pminternship.mca.gov.in. Check back here for updates as the 2027 details are published.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PM Internship Scheme real?

Yes. The PM Internship Scheme is a genuine Government of India scheme run by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs through the official portal, pminternship.mca.gov.in. It is still a pilot, and the current Round 3 runs until December 2026 for listings. Register only on the official portal, because registration is free and fake sites are a known risk.

Is there a last date to apply for the PM Internship Scheme?

Round 3 has no single last date. Companies post listings until December 2026, and candidates can join until January 2027. Each listing has its own dates and closes once its seats are filled, so apply early. The 2027 application window has not been announced yet.

What is the age limit for the PM Internship Scheme?

Under the 2026 rules, candidates must be between 18 and 25 years old. Age is checked on the date you apply. The 2024 pilot used 21 to 24 years, measured on the last date for applying, so older articles may show outdated figures. No age relaxation for reserved categories has been published so far.

Can final-year students apply for the PM Internship Scheme?

Yes. Final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students became eligible in April 2026. You need an NOC signed by a Head of Department, Dean, Principal or Training and Placement Officer. The NOC must confirm that the internship will not clash with your academic schedule, so ask your college early.

How much stipend do interns get under the PM Internship Scheme?

The minimum monthly stipend is ₹9,000 under the 2026 revamp. The government pays ₹8,100 through DBT, and the host company pays ₹900 as CSR. Interns also get a one-time grant of ₹6,000 in two tranches of ₹3,000. Grade pay does not apply, because this is a stipend and not a government post.

Does the PM Internship Scheme charge any registration fee?

No. Registration on pminternship.mca.gov.in is free. Anyone asking you to pay a fee, or asking for your Aadhaar, OTP or bank details through a call, message or a different website, should be treated as a scam. Always check that the web address is exactly pminternship.mca.gov.in before you enter any details.

Will I get a permanent job after the PM Internship Scheme internship?

Not guaranteed. Completing an internship does not guarantee a permanent job with the participating company. On successful completion, you receive a PMIS Certificate, which you can add to your resume. Treat the internship as paid work experience that builds skills and strengthens your next application.

How many internships can I apply for at one time?

Round 3 allows up to three active internship applications at a time. Earlier rounds had different limits, so do not rely on older articles. Apply to three listings that match your education, location and interests, and track each one on the portal.