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Internship Scheme Of The Department Of Economic Affairs

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Program brief

BenefitOffice space and computer facilities
Form of supportCash together with goods or services
LevelCentral
Run byMinistry Of Finance, Department Of Economic Affairs
FieldEducation & Learning
How to applyOnline
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Contents of this entry
  1. Overview
  2. Benefits
  3. Eligibility
  4. Documents
  5. Application steps
  6. Common application errors
  7. Questions and answers

Overview

The internship offers Rs. 10,000 per month for Post Graduate students and Rs. 20,000 per month for PhD students. Eligible candidates are those pursuing Post Graduation or PhD in specific fields. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.

Internship Scheme Of The Department Of Economic Affairs

The Internship Scheme of the Department of Economic Affairs aims to introduce students to macro-economic policy formulation and economic research.

It is run by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, and targets outstanding Post Graduate and PhD students in fields like Economics, Law, Finance, and Management.

Participants receive office space, computer facilities, and a stipend upon successful completion of their internship.

This scheme is significant as it allows students to engage in real-world economic issues and contribute solutions while gaining valuable experience.

Further facts from the listing

Scheme typeCentral Sector Scheme
Scheme forIndividual
Internship duration3 to 5 months
Remuneration paymentAfter satisfactory completion and submission of report
Support providedOffice space and computer facilities
Contact methodCommunication via email only

Benefits

Award value:

  • Rs. 10,000 per month for Post Graduate interns
  • Rs. 20,000 per month for PhD interns

The internship lasts between 3 to 5 months. Remuneration is paid after the satisfactory completion of the internship and submission of a report or paper.

Eligibility

Age
14 to 80 years

Eligibility:

  • Academic: Must be pursuing or have completed Post Graduation or PhD in Economics, Law, Finance, or Management.
  • Age: Minimum age 14 years, maximum age 80 years.
  • Category: Must belong to top 25 ranked universities/institutions as per the National Institutional Ranking Framework.

Who cannot apply

  • Not open to graduate students.
  • Cannot undertake any other job during the internship.

Two cases, worked through

Qualifies

A first-year PhD student in Economics from a top-ranked university can apply as they meet the academic and institutional requirements.

Does not qualify

A graduate student in Finance cannot apply as the internship is not open to graduate students.

Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.

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Application steps

Application steps:

  1. Register on the MoF-DEA Internship Application Link of the Ministry of Finance.
  2. Fill in the online application form with all mandatory fields, including area of interest, duration of availability, and three divisions of preference.

Common application errors

Common application errors:

  • Not applying through the official web portal.
  • Missing the letter of recommendation from the institution.
  • Failing to indicate research interests in the application form.

Questions and answers

Can students pursuing Post Graduation apply?

The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.

Which universities can apply?

Only students from universities in the top 25 ranks as per the National Institutional Ranking Framework can apply.

Is there a job assurance after the internship?

No, the internship does not guarantee employment in the Department of Economic Affairs.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts between 3 to 5 months.

What should interns submit at the end of the internship?

Interns must present a report or paper on their assigned topic.

Can I apply offline for this internship?

No, applications are only accepted online.

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