Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) Internship Scheme 2024
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) Internship Scheme 2024 offers a valuable opportunity for students and research scholars to gain practical experience within the Ministry. This initiative is designed for undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and postdoctoral students, as well as those pursuing research.
Interns will be placed within the program divisions of the MoPR, specifically contributing to the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) initiative. Their role will involve utilizing an evidence-based approach to conduct work related to various thematic interventions under the RGSA scheme, fostering a deeper understanding of rural development and governance.
Benefits of the Internship:
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹7,000 and a prestigious certificate of completion, recognizing their contribution and experience.
In addition to the financial award and recognition, interns will also be provided with a conducive work environment. This includes:
• A dedicated workspace
• Internet access
• Library privileges
• Other essential resources necessary to support them throughout the duration of their internship.
Important Dates:
The application deadline for this scheme is 31st March 2026.
While the MoPR Internship Program is offered year-round based on departmental needs, there are preferred application windows. These windows are typically from mid-October to the first week of December and from mid-June to the third week of August. Applicants are encouraged to consider these periods for optimal application timing.
Contact Details:
For any queries regarding the scheme, you can reach out to the Ministry of Panchayati Raj:
Ministry of Panchayati Raj
11th Floor, Jeevan Prakash Building
25, K. G. Marg
New Delhi • 110001
Email ID: ap.nagar@gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) Internship Scheme 2024, an applicant must meet one of the following criteria:
• Currently pursuing a course:
• Be pursuing graduation, postgraduation, research courses, doctoral (Ph.D.), or postdoctoral degrees from any recognized university or institution within India or abroad.
• Completed a course within the last two years:
• Have successfully completed any of the following courses from India or abroad within the last two years from the date of application:
• 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
• Other relevant Social Sciences
• Management
• Engineering
Required Documents
To successfully apply for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) Internship Scheme 2024, applicants must prepare and upload the following essential documents:
• Academic Transcripts: This includes both marksheets and certificates of the last qualifying examination. Ensure all relevant academic records demonstrating your educational background are provided.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) Internship Scheme 2024 by following these steps:
Step 1: Locate and click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official application portal.
Step 2: If you are a new user, click the 'Register' button and accurately fill in all the required registration details. If you are already registered, proceed to log in using your Gmail account, mobile number, or registered email ID.
Step 3: Once logged in, navigate to the 'Register Yourself' option, usually located at the top of the left-hand side of your dashboard, and click on it to complete any necessary self-registration processes.
Step 4: After successful registration, find and click on 'Apply for Service'. Log in again using your valid credentials. Proceed to fill in all the required details in the application form and then click on the 'Submit' button.
Step 5: Next, click on 'View Services' and then select the 'Apply' option corresponding to the MoPR Internship Scheme.
Step 6: Carefully fill in all the remaining details in the application form. Ensure all necessary documents, as specified in the required documents section, are uploaded correctly. Finally, review your application for accuracy and submit it.