The Prime Minister Internship Scheme(PMIS) is once again open for applications with the launch of Round 2 of the pilot phase.  After more than 6 lakh applications in Round 1, Round 2 offers more than 1 lakh+ internship opportunities in top companies across more than 730 districts in India.

More than 300 top companies across sectors including Oil, Gas & Energy; Banking and Financial Services, Travel & Hospitality, Automotive, Metals & Mining Manufacturing & Industrial, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and many more have offered internship opportunities to Indian youth to gain real-world experience, network with professionals and enhance their employability.

Eligible youth can explore and select internships based on their preferred district, state, sector, area and filter internships within a customisable radius from their specified current address. In round 2, each applicant can apply to up to 3 internships until the application deadline.

For round 2, more than 70 IEC events are being conducted across India in districts with maximum number of internship opportunities in colleges, universities ITIs, Rozgar melas etc., based on the kind of qualifications required for these internships. Furthermore, national level digital campaigns are underway through multiple platforms as well as influencers based on concentration of opportunities and relevance to youth.

Eligible youth can apply here: https://pminternship.mca.gov.in/

The Prime Minister Internship Scheme - spearheaded by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs - is designed to harness the potential of India's youth population by providing them with 12 month paid internships in top companies of India.

The scheme targets individuals aged 21 to 24 who are currently not enrolled in any full-time academic program or employment, offering them a unique chance to kick-start their careers.

Each intern will be supported with monthly financial assistance of ₹5,000, supplemented by one-time financial assistance of ₹6,000. Each internship will be a combination of relevant training and professional experience (at least six months) to ensure that candidates learn and can also apply their skills in real-world settings.

Internship eligibility: paid 12 month internships for non-enrolled youth with location and sector-based application filters. Round 2 of the Prime Minister Internship Scheme reopens applications for a pilot-phase programme offering paid 12 month internships that combine training with at least six months of professional experience for individuals aged 21-24 not enrolled in full time study or employment. Applicants may apply to up to three internships, filter opportunities by location and sector, and access the scheme's online portal. Outreach includes IEC events and national digital campaigns to promote participation and align opportunities with regional demand.