Sarkari Yojana

Student Internship Programme

Quick Summary: The CAG's Student Internship Programme places undergraduate, postgraduate or research students up to age 25 at its New Delhi office or field offices for 3-6 months, offering exposure to the CAG's functioning. Interns receive a token remuneration of ₹12,000/month, office logistics support, and an experience certificate on completion.

About Student Internship Programme

The Student Internship Programme offers a distinctive learning opportunity, exposing interns to how the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) functions. CAG invites applications from Student Interns (SIs) to work on a contractual basis for 3 to 6 months at its Regional Capacity Building and Knowledge Institutes. Candidates pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, or research studies in any discipline at recognized, reputed institutions, with a strong academic record, may apply; skills in Information Technology (IT) and Information Communication Technology (ICT), along with good communication and interpersonal abilities, are preferred. Every Student Intern must sign a Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement, remaining bound by the country’s secrecy laws, before starting the internship, and must present a Report/Paper on their assigned subject to the Head of the Functional Wing/Field Office at the end of the term. That Head reviews project progress regularly, and interns receive an Experience Certificate/Recommendatory Letter on completion. > Number of Interns

The number of Student Interns CAG engages depends on actual requirement at any given time. > Duration

Each Student Intern’s internship lasts 3 to 6 months. > Place of Posting

Interns are posted at CAG’s office in New Delhi or at any of its field offices across India. > Travel, Service Incurred Death, Injury or Illness, Allowances

1. No TA/DA is paid to the SI for attending interviews. 1. No other perks or facilities — such as DA, accommodation, residential phone/conveyance/transport, foreign travel, personal staff, medical reimbursement, or CGHS — are admissible. 1. Should the SI die, suffer injury, or fall ill during the internship, neither the SI nor their dependents, legal heirs, or claimants are entitled to any compensation.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Comptroller And Auditor General Of India

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

27 Feb 2024

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Student Internship Programme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

Minimum Attributes

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The applicant must not be older than 25…

The applicant must not be older than 25 years.

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Candidates pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, or research studies in…

Candidates pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, or research studies in any discipline at recognized, reputed institutions, with a strong academic record, may apply. Preferred Attributes These include Information Technology (IT) and Information Communication Technology (ICT) skills, alongside good communication and interpersonal abilities. Other Attributes

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The Student Intern (SI) must sign a Secrecy…

The Student Intern (SI) must sign a Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement before starting the internship and remains bound by the country's secrecy laws.

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The SI works the same hours as the…

The SI works the same hours as the regular office and is not entitled to any leave.

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No extra remuneration is payable for work done…

No extra remuneration is payable for work done beyond office hours or on Saturdays/Sundays/Gazetted Holidays.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Student Internship Programme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Remuneration

Remuneration

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A token remuneration of ₹12,000/-(all inclusive) per month,…

A token remuneration of ₹12,000/-(all inclusive) per month, per intern, is paid on satisfactory completion of the internship and submission of the Report/Paper. Logistics support

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Interns are given the necessary logistics support, namely…

Interns are given the necessary logistics support, namely office space and a computer with internet access. Outplacement

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An Experience Certificate / Recommendatory letter is issued…

An Experience Certificate / Recommendatory letter is issued at the end of the internship.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

Submission of Paper

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At the end of the internship, interns must…

At the end of the internship, interns must present a Report/Paper on their assigned subject to the Head of the Functional Wing/Field Office.

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Interns must submit a declaration of Secrecy before…

Interns must submit a declaration of Secrecy before the internship begins. Feedback

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Interns must provide feedback on their experience of…

Interns must provide feedback on their experience of the programme to the Head of the Functional Wing/Field Office.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2024-02-27

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Student Internship Programme through the online application process outlined below.

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After carefully reading the instructions, applicants may visit…

After carefully reading the instructions, applicants may visit the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2YalGsTbVe-QcpxPotewRiqrVi-GZQKWg40DWhP_Q-mDqBQ/viewform to apply for this programme.

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Complete all the details in the form and…

Complete all the details in the form and submit it.

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Candidates are also advised to check the official…

Candidates are also advised to check the official website of CAG for the latest updates on this programme.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible

1. The internship will not constitute a regular job or appointment of any nature in the office of CAG of India or the Indian Audit & Accounts Department, nor is it in the nature of a relationship of employer and employee between the CAG of India and the SI.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References