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Forest And Climate Change Internship Scheme

The Scheme seeks to engage students, with Graduation/Postgraduation Degrees, as well as Research Scholars, enrolled in recognized Universities / Institutions within India, or abroad, as “Interns”. These "Interns" shall be inducted all over the country in various Divisions/Units of the Ministry.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Stipend | The quantum of stipend to be paid to the Interns shall be ₹ 10,000/- per month. | NOTE 1: No stipend shall be paid if the student leaves the internship before the completion of one month. | NOTE 2: The amount of the stipend shall be paid proportionately depending upon the period of internship for the subsequent period of internship. | NOTE 3: Absence of the Interns from attending the assigned task in the Ministry for more than 3 days in a month shall cause a deduction of stipend amount equivalent to the number of days in excess of 3 days. | Experience Certificate | A Certificate regarding the successful completion of the Internship shall be issued by the Divisional Head of the concerned Division in the format as available in ‘Annexure-Il". | NOTE 1: The Interns not completing the requisite period will not be issued any Certificate. | Logistics & Support | The Interns will be required to have their own laptops: Ministry & its other formations will provide them with working space, Internet facility and other necessities as deemed fit by the concerned Head of the Division. | > Seminars/Presentations | Seminars/Presentations can be conducted by the concerned Heads of particular Divisions/Units for their interns. | NOTE 1: Students/Trainees have to be made their own arrangements for boarding/lodging, transportation and stationery, etc.

Who can apply

The applicant should be pursuing Graduation or Post Graduation or Research Work from any Recognized University/Institute within India or Abroad. | Reservation / Preference / Priority | Students who are pursuing MSc. Or PGDM from IIFM will be given preference. | NOTE: Depending upon the number of applications received against a particular domain/area, Ministry reserves the right to fix the eligibility criteria, limit the number of applicants to be called for a particular period and decide about the mode of screening thereof.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What Should Be The Filetype And The Filesize For Uploading The Photograph?

The Passport Size photograph with Signature should be in JPG format and should be of maximum 1MB in Size.

What Should Be The Filetype And The Filesize For Uploading The No Objection Certificate (NOC)?

The No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Institution should be in PDF format and should be of maximum 5MB in Size.

What Fields Of The Online Application Form Are Mandatory?

The following fields of the online application form are mandatory: Name of the Applicant; Date of Birth; Address for Communication; E-mail ID; Mobile No; Area of Interest; Educational Qualification; Studying at Present (Details); Whether Presently Employed; Experience; Extracurricular Activities; Any other relevant information.

What Shall Be The Composition Of The Internal Scrutiny Committe? By Whom Should It Be Formulated?

The Divisional Head will formulate an Internal Scrutiny Committee with the composition of other relevant subject experts in the Unit and any other officers.

How Do I Know If I Am Selected For The Internship?

The list of the selected candidates will be displayed on the website of the Ministry.

Can The Students Who Are Studying In A Foreign University Also Apply For This Internship?

Yes, the applicant should be pursuing Graduation or Post Graduation or Research Work from any Recognized University/Institute within India or Abroad.

Is There Any Reservation / Preference / Priority While Selecting A Candidate As An Intern?

Students who are pursuing MSc. Or PGDM from IIFM will be given preference.

How Much Stipend Will Be Paid To The Interns?

The quantum of stipend to be paid to the Interns shall be [?] 10,000/- per month.

By Whom Shall The Internship Completion Certificate Be Issued?

A Certificate regarding the successful completion of the Internship shall be issued by the Divisional Head of the concerned Division in the format as available in 'Annexure-Il".

What Are The Rules Regarding Absenteeism?

Absence of the Interns from attending the assigned task in the Ministry for more than 3 days in a month shall cause a deduction of stipend amount equivalent to the number of days in excess of 3 days.

How Much Stipend Shall Be Payable In Case The Leaves The Internship Before The Completion Of One Month?

No stipend shall be paid if the student leaves the internship before the completion of one month.