Sarkari Yojana
National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) Internship Programme
About National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) Internship Programme
The National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, runs the “NACO Internship Programme” to give students stipend-supported internship exposure to policy-making and implementation under HIV/AIDS programmes. Internships cover priority areas such as secondary data analysis of the ICTC and PPTCT programmes, MSM interventions, the EID programme, and primary research on community perceptions of the HIV/AIDS Act, 2017, and the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2018. Interns are expected to follow the standard activity schedule, observe how divisions function, take part in activities, carry out data analysis and research, write reports, undertake field visits, and handle any other task the HOD/Reporting Officer assigns.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare
National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO)
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) Internship Programme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must be pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil,…
The applicant must be pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil, or PhD courses.
The applicant must be studying disciplines such as…
The applicant must be studying disciplines such as Public Health, Preventive & Social Medicine, Health Management, Statistics, Social Sciences, or related fields.
The applicant must be enrolled at a recognized…
The applicant must be enrolled at a recognized university or institution. Reservation / Preference / Priority:
Preference goes to applicants with an excellent academic…
Preference goes to applicants with an excellent academic record, research scholars, and candidates whose project work aligns with NACO's activities or NACP.
There is no bar on applying for a…
There is no bar on applying for a second NACO internship. Number of Interns: The number of interns varies with applications and NACO's needs, but never exceeds 10 at any given time. Placement: Interns are placed within selected programme divisions of NACO, or rotated across divisions based on the study programme's requirements.
Benefits Provided
National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) Internship Programme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Stipend
Stipend: ₹8,000/- per month, paid after successful completion and report approval.
Certificate: Issued on successful completion of the internship and acceptance of the report.
Logistic Support: Workspace, stationery, and photocopying facilities during the internship.
Duration: The internship runs for a minimum of 6 weeks and up to 3 months, based on the study programme's requirements. There is no bar on applying for a second NACO internship.
NOTE 1: This internship is neither a job nor an assurance of employment at NACO or any other Ministry/Department of the Government of India.
NOTE 2: Students who discontinue the internship are not awarded a certificate.
NOTE 3: Interns need their own laptops and internet connectivity.
NOTE 4:Interns from outside Delhi / New Delhi must arrange and fund their own accommodation.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
At the Time of Applying -
A write-up of up to 500 words on…
A write-up of up to 500 words on how the internship will benefit the student's academic pursuits and the National AIDS Control Programme.
Copies of at least three identity documents —…
Copies of at least three identity documents — for Indian nationals, a passport plus Aadhar card/Voter ID/PAN Card; for OCI card holders, a passport, OCI card, and National Identity Card.
Curriculum Vitae
Curriculum Vitae.
An introduction letter, on official stationery, from the…
An introduction letter, on official stationery, from the Head of the Institution where the applicant studied/is studying.
A No Objection Certificate from the University/Institution, if…
A No Objection Certificate from the University/Institution, if the internship runs alongside an ongoing course, in the prescribed format at Annexure IV of the Scheme Guidelines.
Self-attested certificates and transcripts for every accomplishment listed…
Self-attested certificates and transcripts for every accomplishment listed in the Application Form — educational qualifications, ongoing courses, and projects. At the Time of Joining -
Photograph
Photograph.
Photo identity (Voter ID/ PAN/ Adhaar/ Passport)
Photo identity (Voter ID/ PAN/ Adhaar/ Passport).
Approval letter from the Dean/Principal of the College/University
Approval letter from the Dean/Principal of the College/University.
(for students from abroad) Travel documents
(for students from abroad) Travel documents.
(for students from abroad) Approval letter from the…
(for students from abroad) Approval letter from the institute. At the Completion of the Internship -
A report on the internship/study area
A report on the internship/study area.
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) Internship Programme through the offline application process outlined below.
Enrolment: Enrolment for internships stays open year-round, offered as different Programmes require. At NACO Headquarters, applications in the prescribed format (Annexure-IV of the Scheme Guidelines) may go to the office of the Joint Secretary by registered/speed post or email, at: Deputy Secretary National AIDS Control Organisation 9th Floor, Chandralok Building, 36, Janpath, New Delhi – 110001 Email: naco.internship@gmail.com NOTE 1: An advance copy of the application, along with the covering letter and attachments, may be emailed to naco.internship@gmail.com. NOTE 1: Applications must reach at least one month before the internship begins. Selection Process:
An Internship Committee scrutinises all applications
An Internship Committee scrutinises all applications.
The Internship Committee may hold a personal interaction/interview,…
The Internship Committee may hold a personal interaction/interview, face-to-face or via electronic media (phone, Skype, etc.), with the applicant.
Selected candidates are notified by email/speed post
Selected candidates are notified by email/speed post. Reporting: Interns must report to NACO, submit a joining report, and work under the close supervision of the concerned Head of Division (HOD). Available internship areas are listed in Annexure III of the Scheme Guidelines. Queries/Grievances: Direct any queries to the Under Secretary at: usadmin.dac@gmail.com.
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
- Candidates whose internship was terminated or those who discontinued before completing the set duration would not be considered for future batches.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.