PM Internship Scheme

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Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently launched a dedicated mobile application for the Prime Minister Internship Scheme and urged more companies to join the programme.

About PM Internship Scheme

• PM Internship Scheme is a remarkable initiative launched by the Indian government, designed to provide valuable internship opportunities for the youth of India. 
• It aims to provide young individuals aged 21-24 years from low-income households with 12-month internship opportunities in the country’s top 500 companies. 
• The pilot phase targets 1.25 lakh youth, with a five-year goal to facilitate internships for one crore young individuals.
• These internships span 24 sectors, including oil, gas, energy, travel, hospitality, automotive, banking, and financial services.
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Passed 10th, 12th, ITI, Polytechnic, or Diploma courses.
  • Fresh graduates from non-premier institutions.
  • Anyone from a household that includes a person who earned an income of Rs.8 lakh or less in 2023-24. 
  • No family member has a government job.
• Note: Students from IITs, IIMs, National Law Universities, and individuals with professional degrees like CA, MBA, MBBS, etc., are excluded to promote inclusivity for underrepresented groups.
• The program, part of the larger vision for skill development and employment, aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience.

PM Internship Scheme FAQs

Q1. Who is eligible for the PM internship scheme?

Ans. Indian citizens aged 21-24, who have completed at least class 10, class 12, ITI certificate, diploma, or graduation, and are not engaged in full-time employment or full-time education (online/distance learners eligible).

Q2. Is PM internship free or paid?

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Ans. The PM internship is paid, offering a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 plus a one-time financial assistance of ₹6,000.

Q3. Is the PM internship scheme real or fake?

Ans. The PM internship scheme is a legitimate government initiative backed by credible institutions and official government websites.

Source: DD News