Sarkari Yojana
Technical Internship Programme
About Technical Internship Programme
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Digital India Corporation, under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, runs the “Technical Internship Programme” to give students a valuable platform for gaining practical experience in a real professional setting. By working on live projects alongside experienced professionals, interns build critical technical and problem-solving skills — exposure that sharpens their academic understanding and equips them with industry-relevant abilities for careers across sectors. The internship also lets NeGD tap into fresh talent and new ideas, furthering its mission of advancing e-Governance.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Technical Internship Programme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must reside in India
The applicant must reside in India.
The applicant must be an Engineering Graduate or…
The applicant must be an Engineering Graduate or equivalent, scoring at least 75% in the qualifying degree.
The applicant must be an Engineering Post-Graduate or…
The applicant must be an Engineering Post-Graduate or equivalent, scoring at least 75% in the qualifying degree.
The applicant must have completed the qualifying degree…
The applicant must have completed the qualifying degree within the last two years, or in the current year — current-year students are also eligible to apply.
Benefits Provided
Technical Internship Programme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
1. Eligible candidates get to work as technical interns on NeGD projects, gaining exposure to real professional environments.
Interest Areas & Number Of Interns For Technical Internship(Total Slots: 50):
Sl. No.RoleRole DescriptionSlotsSoftware Development1Java / PHP / Python / NodeJS / Dotnet• Build or maintain modules within web applications using current technologies.
Write RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
Debug and resolve backend issues in existing systems/code.
Take part in code reviews and follow secure coding practices.
Study and develop best practices for building highly scalable applications.062UI-UX Designer / Frontend Developer (Frontend Developer (React/ JavaScript / Angular / Typescript) • Standardize Government websites using GIGW compliance and industry best practices.
Produce creative designs using Figma or similar tools.
Design and build responsive, user-friendly web interfaces with frontend technologies.
Build reusable components while ensuring cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness. • Work with backend teams to achieve seamless API integration063Product Testing / Security Testing / Software Tester / Quality Analyst• Help scan web applications and servers using tools such as Nessus, Nmap, or Burp Suite, and prepare VAPT reports covering risks and mitigation strategies.
Carry out basic security testing on applications (e.g., SQL injection, XSS, broken authentication).
Draft initial plans, test cases and test scripts for web and mobile applications.
Run manual, automated and AI Bot testing using tools such as Selenium or Postman.
Track bugs, log issues, and safeguard software quality before deployment.
Take part in regression, performance, and security testing.114Database Programmer • Help manage and optimize databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
Monitor database performance and ensure regular backups and recovery mechanisms.
Create and manage database schemas, indexes, access controls, and query optimization; support data migration, replication, and security practices.
Manage large databases and clustering065Business Analyst • Prepare documents, translating project requirements into technical/non-technical documentation and user stories.
Conduct data analysis and prepare reports for internal departments.
Reference SRS, FRS, and similar documents based on the core structure/development, and create flowcharts, wireframes, and documentation for project modules.066Data Engineering & Analytics • Help build or maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines to gather and process data from various government portals and systems.
Use SQL or NoSQL databases to clean, organize, and structure large datasets for analytics and reporting.
Build dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Python libraries to present insights to stakeholders.
Use Python, Shell scripts, or tools like Apache Airflow to automate repetitive data tasks and keep data available on time. • Help integrate data from multiple sources (APIs, CSVs, databases) into unified repositories or data lakes for analysis.057Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Internet of Things • Work on AI-based modules for governance platforms (e.g., NLP for chatbots or document summarization).
Build chatbots (conversational RAG, agentic RAG, etc.) using GenAI models.
Handle data for knowledge base creation.
Carry out feature engineering, model tuning, and validation for specific use cases.
Assess open-source AI tools or APIs for integration into applications.058DevOps, Automation and Infra Monitoring • Create virtual machines, storage buckets, and configure cloud services per project needs.
Learn and help set up CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Linux and GitHub Actions.
Help automate build, test, and deployment workflows for faster, more reliable software delivery.
Support environment configuration and containerization using Docker or Kubernetes. • Write scripts in Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks such as deployments, backups, or server health checks.
Configure and monitor logs and performance metrics using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK Stack.05> Duration Of Technical Internship:
NeGD runs the Technical Internship Scheme twice a…
NeGD runs the Technical Internship Scheme twice a year — a January Session and a July Session.
Each Technical Internship lasts a fixed six (06)…
Each Technical Internship lasts a fixed six (06) months, with no further extension. Stipend & Certificate For Technical Internship:
Interns receive a token stipend of ₹ 20,000/-…
Interns receive a token stipend of ₹ 20,000/- per month, subject to satisfactory performance certified by their Mentor.
NeGD issues certificates to interns who complete the…
NeGD issues certificates to interns who complete the six-month internship satisfactorily, subject to their Mentor's certification.
Regular attendance and satisfactory performance are essential for…
Regular attendance and satisfactory performance are essential for both the stipend and the certificate.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
An identity card
An identity card.
All academic certificates, including the Class 10 mark…
All academic certificates, including the Class 10 mark sheet, Class 12 mark sheet, and graduation certificate or semester mark sheet, where applicable.
Two passport-size photographs
Two passport-size photographs.
A college ID card
A college ID card.
Any other document needed for joining, along with…
Any other document needed for joining, along with a signed copy of the internship letter.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Technical Internship Programme through the online application process outlined below.
Interested, eligible students must submit their application on…
Interested, eligible students must submit their application on the prescribed form available on NeGD's website.
The Technical Internship Programme runs offline, requiring interns…
The Technical Internship Programme runs offline, requiring interns to visit the organization daily within NeGD's working hours. Selection Criteria For Technical Internship:
Interns are shortlisted based on marks in their…
Interns are shortlisted based on marks in their qualifying degree, then selected through interviews or the internal selection committee's assessment, as per NeGD's requirements.
Extra weightage goes to students who have completed…
Extra weightage goes to students who have completed relevant certification courses.
Extra weightage goes to students from the top…
Extra weightage goes to students from the top 100 colleges each year, per the National Institutional Ranking Framework issued by the Ministry of Education.
Candidate selection follows the prescribed weightage formula
Candidate selection follows the prescribed weightage formula.
The Selection Committee consists of
The Selection Committee consists of:
A representative of the concerned Department/Project.
A nominated member from HR.
The Committee compiles its recommendations and presents them to the President & CEO, NeGD, for the final decision.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.