Sarkari Yojana
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Internship Scheme
About Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Internship Scheme
The “Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Internship Scheme” offers short-term internships to students, research scholars, and graduates/postgraduates from recognised institutions in India and abroad. Interns work across the Ministry’s various divisions, regional offices, autonomous organisations, subordinate offices, and ENVIS centres nationwide, gaining exposure to government functioning, environmental policy, and regulatory matters while contributing research, analysis, and policy inputs. Eligible candidates may apply only once per financial year. > Period
The internship period cannot exceed 3 months. > Attendance
The Heads of the Divisions/Units maintain attendance records and work details; > Training Schedule
The internship runs twice each financial year.
1. Summer Internship 1. Winter Internship
The Ministry’s website carries the time schedule from time to time.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Environment,forests and climate change
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Internship Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must be pursuing Graduation, Post Graduation,…
The applicant must be pursuing Graduation, Post Graduation, or Research Work at any recognised University/Institute in India or abroad.
Reservation / Preference / Priority
Reservation / Preference / Priority
Preference goes to students pursuing an MSc or…
Preference goes to students pursuing an MSc or PGDM from IIFM. NOTE: Depending on the number of applications received for a given domain/area, the Ministry reserves the right to set eligibility criteria, cap the number of applicants called for a given period, and decide the mode of screening.
Benefits Provided
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Internship Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Stipend
Stipend:
Interns are paid a stipend of ₹ 10,000/-…
Interns are paid a stipend of ₹ 10,000/- per month. NOTE 1: No stipend is paid if the student leaves the internship before completing one month. NOTE 2: The stipend for the following period is paid proportionately based on the internship duration. NOTE 3: Being absent from assigned Ministry tasks for more than 3 days in a month leads to a stipend deduction equal to the number of days beyond those 3. Experience Certificate:
The Divisional Head of the concerned Division issues…
The Divisional Head of the concerned Division issues a Certificate confirming successful completion of the internship, in the format at 'Annexure-II'. NOTE 1: Interns who do not complete the required period will not receive a Certificate. Logistics & Support:
Interns must bring their own laptops; the Ministry…
Interns must bring their own laptops; the Ministry and its other formations provide working space, internet access, and any other necessities the concerned Head of Division deems fit. Seminars/Presentations:
The concerned Heads of particular Divisions/Units may hold…
The concerned Heads of particular Divisions/Units may hold seminars/presentations for their interns. NOTE 1: Students/trainees must arrange their own boarding/lodging, transportation, stationery, and similar needs.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Passport-size photograph with signature (JPG format, up to…
Passport-size photograph with signature (JPG format, up to 1MB)
Marksheet/degree of graduation or post-graduation
Marksheet/degree of graduation or post-graduation
A letter from the Supervisor/Head of Department/Principal confirming…
A letter from the Supervisor/Head of Department/Principal confirming their status at the institution
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the institution (PDF…
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the institution (PDF format, up to 5MB)
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Internship Scheme through the online application process outlined below.
Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗
Go to http://164.100.160.232/internship and click "Apply Online"
Go to http://164.100.160.232/internship and click "Apply Online".
You'll reach the Online Application Form — fill…
You'll reach the Online Application Form — fill in the mandatory fields: Name of the Applicant; Date of Birth; Address for Communication; E-mail ID; Mobile No; Area of Interest; Educational Qualification; Studying at Present (Details); Whether Presently Employed; Experience; Extracurricular Activities; Any other relevant information.
Upload your photograph and the required documents (self-attested,…
Upload your photograph and the required documents (self-attested, where needed) in the prescribed file type and size.
Click "Submit"
Click "Submit". Selection Process
Every application received online is forwarded to the…
Every application received online is forwarded to the concerned Heads of Verticals/Units/Divisions in the Ministry and its other formations for scrutiny and selection.
The Divisional Head sets up an Internal Scrutiny…
The Divisional Head sets up an Internal Scrutiny Committee, made up of relevant subject experts in the Unit and any other officers.
In consultation with that Committee, the Divisional Head…
In consultation with that Committee, the Divisional Head then selects interns on merit.
After candidates are chosen, the concerned Division sends…
After candidates are chosen, the concerned Division sends the selected candidate's name to the Administration via the portal; the list of selected candidates appears on the Ministry's website.
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
- The applications from applicants who have already completed an internship scheme, irrespective of the disciplines, in this Ministry shall not be entertained.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.