The National Informatics Centre (NIC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has officially issued a notification for the Winter 2026 batch of the 'Digital India Internship Scheme'. Through this program, students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in technical fields and work under the guidance of experts. The internship duration is two months, which may be extended up to three months based on performance and requirements. Selected students will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,000.
**Eligibility Criteria**
Students in the third year of a BE/BTech program, the first year of an ME/MTech or MSc (Computer Science/IT) program, and the second year of an MCA program are eligible to apply. Students in the third year of a BE/BTech (lateral entry) program, the fourth year of a dual-degree program, or those pursuing a DOEACC 'B' level course are also eligible. Candidates must have secured at least 60% marks in their previous degree or certificate examination. Students currently in their final semester or those expected to graduate in the summer of 2027 are not eligible to apply.
**Available Domains**
The internship covers 22 domains, including Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Quantum Computing & Cryptography, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile App Development, Python, Java, PHP, DevOps, Networking, and GIS Technology. Students may select up to two domains of their interest. The internship can be undertaken at the NIC headquarters in New Delhi or at various NIC state centers.
**Selection Process**
The internship will run from December 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. Candidates will be selected by a designated committee. There is no written examination for the selection process. The selection process will be based on the candidates' eligibility, their applications, and the documents submitted. A report must be submitted at the end of the internship...
How to apply:
First, visit the official NIC website at dii.nic.in.
Submit an online application via the internship portal.
Upload a letter of recommendation issued on the institution's letterhead, along with your academic certificates.
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