SIPGRS
Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students
6.2/10MoSPI is implementing the scheme of Internship for Post-graduate/Research Students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operations Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied field of Statistics of recognized Universities//Institutions.
States / UT: All India
Ministry / nodal: Ministry Of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
Scheme open date: 2023-03-20
Categories: Education & Learning
Sub-categories: Internship, Apprenticeships and training
Target beneficiaries: Individual
Tags: Internship, Student, Education, Statistics
Details
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is implementing the "Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students" in Statistics, Economics, Demography, Operations Research, and related fields during 2023-24. The scheme aims to familiarize students with the Official Statistical System of India, including data collection, processing, analysis, publication, and dissemination activities. It also seeks to create awareness about career opportunities in the Indian Statistical Service and the Subordinate Statistical Service.
Benefits
- > Remuneration:
- Internship Stipend: A consolidated stipend of ₹10,000 (₹5,000 per month) is provided upon successful completion of the internship. - Direct Benefit Transfer: The stipend is transferred directly to the intern’s bank account through electronic payment modes such as APB/AEPS. - Cashless Payment System: No cash payment is made under the internship programme. - Certificate of Completion: A certificate is issued to interns after successful completion of the internship by the concerned office. - Field Visit Allowance: Interns attached to NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices receive an additional ₹250 per day for field visits, subject to a maximum of 10 days during the internship period. > Facilities:
- Logistics Support: Internship centres may provide office space, intercom, computer, and internet facilities to interns during the internship period. - Access to Study Material: Interns will be allowed access to study materials and literature available in the office/library. - Guidance & Mentorship: Each intern will be assigned a guide/nodal officer for assistance and coordination during the internship. - Interaction with Officials: Interns may interact with concerned divisions/officers through the assigned guide for completion of their assignments. > Notes:
- No Travelling Allowance or Daily allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship
- The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport, etc
- Interns may be required to bring their own laptops, depending on the availability of facilities
> Remuneration:
Internship Stipend: A consolidated stipend of ₹10,000 (₹5,000 per month) is provided upon successful completion of the internship. - Direct Benefit Transfer: The stipend is transferred directly to the intern’s bank account through electronic payment modes such as APB/AEPS. - Cashless Payment System: No cash payment is made under the internship programme. - Certificate of Completion: A certificate is issued to interns after successful completion of the internship by the concerned office. - Field Visit Allowance: Interns attached to NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices receive an additional ₹250 per day for field visits, subject to a maximum of 10 days during the internship period.
> Facilities:Logistics Support: Internship centres may provide office space, intercom, computer, and internet facilities to interns during the internship period. - Access to Study Material: Interns will be allowed access to study materials and literature available in the office/library. - Guidance & Mentorship: Each intern will be assigned a guide/nodal officer for assistance and coordination during the internship. - Interaction with Officials: Interns may interact with concerned divisions/officers through the assigned guide for completion of their assignments.
> Notes:No Travelling Allowance or Daily allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport, etc.
Interns may be required to bring their own laptops, depending on the availability of facilities.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a citizen of India and;
- He/She must be pursuing post-graduation/research from a recognized College/University/Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/Operational Research/Economics/Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
Note:-
- The internship will be for a period of 2 months from the date of joining.
- Each intern/student shall be required to submit report/paper (along with soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
Exclusions
- If any intern leaves or discontinues the internship in between, that is, before the completion of two months, he/she will not be entitled to any stipend/certificate.
- The award of internship to the applicant is not and cannot be construed as any kind of job or assurances for any job in the Government of India.
How useful is this scheme?
A practical look at this scheme for citizens
AI-generated insights showing how useful, accessible, and practical this scheme may be — combining deterministic scoring rules with a public-policy LLM analyst.
- Accessibility5.0
- Financial impact6.0
- Rural utility5.0
- Awareness7.5
- Simplicity6.0
- Inclusivity7.0
What problem does this scheme solve?
The scheme provides valuable internship opportunities for post-graduate and research students in statistics and related fields, enhancing their practical knowledge and career prospects.
Key challenges addressed
- Lack of practical experience for students in statistical fields
- Awareness of career opportunities in the Indian Statistical Service
Most beneficial for
- Post-graduate students in statistics and related fields
- Research students seeking practical exposure
Likely challenges
- Limited awareness among potential applicants
- Digital application process may exclude some candidates
Practical insights for citizens
Interns must arrange their own lodging and transport, which may be challenging for some
Rural challenges
- Limited internet access in rural areas
- Lack of awareness about the scheme
Digital challenges
- Dependence on digital platforms for application
- Need for a bank account for stipend transfer
Implementation bottlenecks
- Potential delays in stipend disbursement
- Limited slots may lead to competition
Awareness challenges
- Low visibility of the scheme among target beneficiaries
- Need for outreach programs
Application analysis
- Application mode
- Online portal
- Documents burden
- Minimal, requires self-attested documents
- Verification complexity
- Moderate, based on academic records
- Office dependency
- Moderate, requires interaction with nodal offices
- DBT dependency
- High, stipend is paid via electronic transfer
- CSC support
- Low, primarily online application
- Estimated citizen effort
- High, requires multiple steps and document preparation
Estimated beneficiary reach
Benefit analysis
- Benefit type
- Composite
- Benefit frequency
- One-time stipend upon completion
- Benefit practicality
- Moderate, as it requires successful completion of the internship
- Financial meaningfulness
- Moderate, ₹10,000 is a meaningful amount for students
- Long-term impact
- High, enhances employability and practical skills in the field
Plain-language guidance
This scheme offers internships for post-graduate students in statistics and related fields, providing a stipend and practical experience. Applicants must apply online and complete the internship to receive benefits.
- Who should apply
- Post-graduate and research students in statistics and related fields.
- Who may struggle
- Students with limited digital access or those unfamiliar with online applications.
- Best application route
- Apply via the National Career Service (NCS) portal.
This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.
Application Process
Online
Application:
Step 1: Register on the National Career Service (NCS) Portal and keep NCS ID ready for filling application form.
Step 2: Download application format in MS Excel File of "Group A" or "Group B". For accessing these form, please refer guidelines (Page no.16).
Step 3: Fill the application form in Excel File itself. Message displayed while moving cursor on a cell may be read carefully before filling information in that cell.
Step 4: Take printout of the duly filled-in application form. On the printed form, affix your passport size recent colored photograph and sign the undertaking.
Step 5: The duly filled and signed application form along with the required (self-attested) documents should be sent through email to the concerned nodal offices/selection point given at Annex-I & II with a copy to training-mospi@nic.in with subject line “Application for Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students – 2023-24”.
Note:-
- In absence of filled-in MS Excel File with application form, the application would be rejected.
- All internship related queries should be sent through email to the nodal officers of respective internship centers with subject line “Internship for Post-Graduate/ Research Students – 2023-24”.
- Emails received with subject line other than as mentioned above may not be considered.
Selection Process:-
- The selection of the candidates will be done purely on the basis of the aggregate marks obtained in graduation (excluding qualifying subject(s)) and allocation of internship office will be done taking into account the above selection criterion and the place option exercised by the candidates.
- The selected candidates/applicants would be informed through e-mail besides displaying the list of selected interns on the website of the MoSPI in the case of Group “A” and notice board of the respective offices in the case of Group “B”.
Clarifications
Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).
- What Are The Objectives Of The "Scheme Of Internship For Post-Graduate/Research Students By MoSPI"?
Aim, Objectives & Scope To facilitate the students pursuing post-graduate/research in statistics to study and get familiarized with the prevailing system of Official Statistics in the Country. To familiarize the interested and willing post-graduate/research students with the Official Statistical System of the Country, with specific reference to data collection, processing & analysis, publication and dissemination needs. To create awareness amongst the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ OperationsResearch/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about the Indian Statistical Service and Subordinate Statistical Service. To sensitize the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about choosing their career in the field of Statistics.
- How Many Total Slots Are There In This Internship Scheme?
The total available number of internships during 2023-24 would be 193.
- Will The Amount Of The Token Stipend Be Paid As A Lump Sum Or In Installments?
A token stipend of ₹10,000/- (consolidated) @ ₹5,000/- per month would be paid to the selected intern on successful completion of his /her internship, at the end of the internship period.
- Will The Amount Of The Stipend Be Paid In Cash?
The stipend to interns would be transferred directly into their bank account only through electronic mode of funds transfer/ Aadhaar Payments Bridge (APB)/ Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS) by selection points.
- Will The Certificate Of Completion Be Paid To All The Interns?
The Certificate will be issued to the successful interns, upon completion of the internship, by the respective offices where they are attached.
- Will MoSPI Pay Travelling Allowance Or Daily Allowance To The Interns?
No Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
- Are There Any Arrangements For Lodging And Boarding Of The Interns?
The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport etc.
- Does This Internship Program Include Field Visits? If Yes, What Shall Be Its Duration?
The students opting for NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices will be paid an additional amount of ₹250/- per day, so as to enable them to undertake Field Visits if required, which should not exceed a maximum of 10 days in the entire period of 2 months of internship.
- What Additional Facilities Will Be Provided To The Interns?
To facilitate the interns in the pursuit of their assignment, internship offices/centers would try their best to provide a minimum logistics support i.e. office space, with intercom facility and computer, with internet facility etc. However, interns may have to bring their own laptops if the situation demands so.
- Will The Interns Have Access To The Office Library?
For study material, the intern will have access to the literature available in the Library/Office and can interact with the concerned Division(s)/Officer through the guide, with whom they would be attached. Internship Centers will designate a guide/nodal officer for each intern allocated to them.
- What Should Be The Educational Stream Of The Intern?
The applicant should be pursuing his/her post-graduation/research from a recognized College/ University/ Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
- What Types Of Outputs Are Expected From The Interns?
Each intern/student shall be required to submit a report/paper (along with a soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
Definitions
- Definition 1
Official links
References
- Guidelines
- https://www.mospi.gov.in/sites/default/files/announcements/Internship%20Notice%202023-24m1.pdf?download=1
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the purpose of Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students is a government welfare initiative designed to support Individual, Individual through benefits related to Education & Learning, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
- Who can apply for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Eligibility for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
- What benefits are offered under Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Benefits under Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students may include financial assistance, subsidies, scholarships, insurance support, healthcare benefits, pension support, training assistance, or welfare services depending on the scheme guidelines.
- Which department manages Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students is managed by Ministry Of Statistics and Programme Implementation and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
- Can users apply online for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Yes, eligible applicants may be able to apply online for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students through official government portals, authorised service centres, or digital application systems depending on the implementation process.
- Is Aadhaar mandatory for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Many government schemes may require Aadhaar verification, identity proof, or linked bank account details for beneficiary validation and direct benefit transfer processing.
- Where can users apply for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Applications for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students may be submitted through government departments, official scheme portals, CSC centres, district offices, welfare departments, or authorised service centres.
- What documents may be required for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Applicants may need Aadhaar card, income certificate, residence proof, bank account details, caste certificate, photographs, educational records, or occupation-related documents depending on scheme eligibility requirements.
- Is income certificate required for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Income certificate requirements may vary depending on beneficiary category, subsidy eligibility, and financial assistance criteria defined under Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students.
- Is Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students a central government scheme?
- Yes, Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students is a central government welfare initiative that may be implemented across multiple states through authorised departments and agencies.
- Can students apply for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Eligible students studying in recognised institutions may apply for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students depending on educational qualification, category, income limit, and academic eligibility.
- Is scholarship amount provided under Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students may provide scholarship assistance, tuition support, educational reimbursement, or financial aid for eligible students.
- Can CSC centres help users apply for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Many government schemes may be accessible through nearby CSC centres, authorised digital service centres, or welfare facilitation offices.
- How can users check the latest updates for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Users should verify official notifications, department announcements, application deadlines, and eligibility updates through authorised government portals or implementing agencies.
- Are there deadlines for applying to Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Some schemes may operate through fixed application windows, annual registration cycles, or department-specific deadlines depending on scheme implementation policies.
- Can beneficiaries track application status for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students?
- Certain schemes may provide online application tracking, beneficiary verification systems, or status-check facilities through official portals.
- Where can users get help for Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students in All India?
- Users in All India may seek assistance through CSC centres, district welfare offices, government departments, agriculture offices, social welfare departments, or authorised facilitation centres.
- Which nearby public services may help with Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students applications?
- Depending on the scheme, users may require support from Aadhaar centres, CSC centres, banks, hospitals, post offices, or government welfare offices for document verification and application assistance.