Archive · 5 Jan 2026
PM Internship Scheme Pilot Expansion Likely
The Indian government is planning to launch the third pilot of the Prime Minister Internship Scheme this month.
This scheme aims to give young people between 21 and 24 years old a chance to work as interns in top companies for a year.
The government pays them Rs 4,500 each month, and the company adds Rs 500.
The full scheme is expected to start in April or May.
The government is also making some changes to the scheme based on feedback from companies and candidates.
In the first two pilots, many companies offered internships, but not all were accepted by candidates.
The government hopes to improve the scheme so more people will join.
The third pilot of the Prime Minister Internship Scheme is likely to be launched this month.
The full rollout of the scheme is expected in April or May.
Changes are being made to the scheme based on industry feedback, including expanding the number of eligible companies and relaxing the age criterion for candidates.
The scheme aims to place 10 million candidates over a five-year period in top companies.
Despite efforts, the scheme has not garnered much interest from candidates due to reasons like low stipends and living away from home.
- Who
- Indian government and top 500 companies
- What
- Launch of the third pilot of the Prime Minister Internship Scheme
- When
- Likely this month, full rollout in April or May
- Where
- India
- Why
- To provide industry experience to young candidates and expand the scheme based on industry feedback
- Scheme Name
- Prime Minister Internship Scheme
- Target Candidates
- 10 million over five years
- Stipend
- Rs 4,500 per month (government) + Rs 500 per month (company)
- Age Criteria
- 21-24 years (likely to be relaxed)
- Pilot Rounds
- 3 (third round likely this month)
- Full Rollout
- Expected in April or May
- First Round Applications
- 6.21 lakh for 1.27 lakh opportunities
- Second Round Applications
- 455,000 for 118,000 opportunities