Schemes / Government of India
Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS)
Central schemeStudentJob seeker
Twelve-month internships in top companies for young people, run by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. As of 2026 it is still running as a pilot, in successive rounds.
What you get
Real-life work experience in a leading company, a monthly stipend, a one-time grant, and insurance cover during the internship. Amounts and conditions can change between rounds, so check the portal.
Who can apply
- Indian youth in the age band and education levels specified for the current round (10th pass, 12th pass, ITI, diploma or graduate)
- Not in full-time employment or full-time education (check the current round's rules on final-year students)
- Exclusions apply for graduates of premier institutes, professional degree holders, and families with high income or a government-employee member
How to apply
- Register on pminternship.mca.gov.in with Aadhaar-based eKYC
- Build your profile and apply to up to the allowed number of internships
- Accept an offer when selected by a company
Nodal authority: Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA21). Amounts and rules change — the official page is the final word.