Overview of NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog serves as the premier public policy think tank of the Government of India, aiming to promote economic growth and strengthen cooperative federalism. With the Prime Minister as its Chairperson, NITI Aayog is led by Vice Chairperson Suman Bery, alongside ex-officio members such as Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman, and Narendra Singh Tomar.
About the NITI Aayog Internship
The NITI Aayog Internship Scheme 2024 invites applications from undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as research scholars enrolled in recognized institutions both in India and abroad. Through this internship, selected candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with various verticals, divisions, and cells within NITI Aayog. Interested applicants can submit their applications by filling out an online registration form.
Purpose and Objectives
The primary purpose of this internship is to provide selected candidates with short-term exposure to the workings of different divisions and units within NITI Aayog. Moreover, the internship aims to engage young academic talents with NITI Aayog’s initiatives, allowing them to gain insights into government processes and policy formulation. Interns will have the chance to contribute by generating reports, policy papers, and empirical analyses.
Mode of Internship
The internship will be conducted on-site in New Delhi.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates interested in applying must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Undergraduate Students: Those who have completed the second year or 4th semester of their bachelor’s degree with at least 85% marks in their 12th-grade exams.
- Graduate Students: Candidates who have completed the first year or 2nd semester of their postgraduate program, or those pursuing research/PhD, with at least 70% in their graduation.
- Recent Graduates: Students who have recently completed their graduation/post-graduation and are awaiting admission to higher studies may also apply if they have secured 70% or more cumulative marks across all years/semesters.
It is essential that the gap between the announcement of the final examination result and the internship’s start date does not exceed six months.
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply through the link provided at the end of this post.
Duration and Location
- Location: New Delhi
- Duration: The internship lasts a minimum of six weeks and can extend up to six months. Please note that interns who do not complete the full term will not receive a certificate.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: October 10, 2024.
Contact Information
For technical issues related to online submissions, applicants can reach NIC at [email protected].
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