Sarkari Yojana
Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan – Internship Program
About Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan – Internship Program
As part of implementing the Centrally Sponsored “Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan” (RGSA) scheme for 2022-23 to 2025-26, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) offers short-term internships — up to a maximum of 3 months — to students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate programmes, as well as ‘Young Research Scholars’ pursuing Doctoral (Ph.D.) or post-doctoral degrees in specified academic disciplines at recognised universities/institutions in India or abroad. Selected candidates work as ‘Interns’ across the various Units, Cells and Programmes within MoPR’s different Divisions under the Revamped RGSA scheme, spanning FY 2022-23 to 2025-26. This Internship Program centres specifically on MoPR’s ‘Office set-up’. The full list of research domains/subject areas for which interns are invited is available in ‘Annexure – A‘ of the detailed guidelines. Objectives of the Program
1. To draw on the academic talent, knowledge, skills and techniques of ‘Students’ and ‘Research Scholars’ for mutual benefit, feeding into MoPR’s Policy and Action Research work. 1. ‘Interns’ get hands-on exposure to how Local Self-governments and other government bodies function — their policies, schemes, development initiatives and interventions for rural development — viewed through socioeconomic, cultural and political dimensions. 1. ‘Interns’ are expected to contribute relevant, well-reasoned inputs, suggestions and recommendations via Data Analysis, Situational Analysis, and Empirical/Evidence-Based Research using Quantitative & Qualitative methods, Desk Reviews and Policy Analysis, feeding into Policy Briefs and Working Papers prepared at MoPR’s Office setup.
Scheme Overview
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Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan - Internship Program, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Applicants — 'Students' enrolled in or pursuing Undergraduate/Graduate/Postgraduate…
Applicants — 'Students' enrolled in or pursuing Undergraduate/Graduate/Postgraduate programmes, or 'Research Scholars' enrolled in or pursuing Doctoral (Ph.D.)/Post-Doctoral degrees at recognised universities/institutions, or those who completed such a course within the last 2 years, from India or abroad — are eligible to apply for the Internship Program.
Preferred disciplines include Public Policy Studies, Social Policy…
Preferred disciplines include Public Policy Studies, Social Policy Studies, Development Studies, Economics, Governance and Public Administration Studies, Rural Development Management, Business Administration, Environment and Energy Studies, Public Health Studies, Sociology, Political Science, Social Work, Statistics, Data Analysis, and other relevant Social Sciences, Management and Engineering streams.
The internship must run for a minimum of…
The internship must run for a minimum of 15 days and cannot exceed six (6) months.
MoPR provides working space, internet access, library facilities…
MoPR provides working space, internet access, library facilities and other necessities for assignments and deliverables, though interns must bring their own laptop.
Candidates not expecting any stipend or honorarium may…
Candidates not expecting any stipend or honorarium may join on a pro bono basis, subject to approval from the Head of the Program Division.
Benefits Provided
Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan - Internship Program provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Selected candidates receive a certificate of completion
Selected candidates receive a certificate of completion.
MoPR pays a flat stipend of ₹7,000/- per…
MoPR pays a flat stipend of ₹7,000/- per month to the intern under the Internship Program, based on the applicant's merit.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
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1. At the time of joining, selected applicants must produce a letter from their Supervisor, Head of Department, or Principal confirming their status at the institution, along with a No Objection Certificate permitting them to undertake the internship for the selected duration.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan - Internship Program through the online application process outlined below.
Candidates who are not already registered must first…
Candidates who are not already registered must first register themselves on the ServicePlus website.
Once registered, the applicant visits the ministry's website…
Once registered, the applicant visits the ministry's website to apply for the scheme, clicking "MoPR Internship" under the "RGSA" section.
A new webpage opens, where the applicant enters…
A new webpage opens, where the applicant enters login details to proceed with the application.
After logging in, the applicant clicks the Apply…
After logging in, the applicant clicks the Apply Service tab , which opens the online application form for the scheme.
The applicant fills in all details, selects the…
The applicant fills in all details, selects the " Area of Interest ", uploads a photograph, and submits the application form. Note:
Only one internship application is permitted per candidate…
Only one internship application is permitted per candidate in a financial year.
The application remains valid for consideration throughout the…
The application remains valid for consideration throughout the financial year in which it was submitted.
At the time of joining upon selection, applicants…
At the time of joining upon selection, applicants must produce a letter from their 'Principal'/'Head of Department'/'Supervisor' confirming their status at the Institution/University, along with a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) permitting the internship for the selected duration.
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
1. The period of the internship shall be at least four (4) weeks but not exceeding three (3) months.
1. Interns not completing the requisite period will not be issued any certificates.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.