Digital India Internship Program (DIIP) - Quick Summary
Program Overview and Objectives :
1. Ministry: The scheme is managed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) under the overall supervision of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
2. Purpose: To provide students with firsthand, practical work experience under qualified mentors, enabling active participation in the learning process and exposure to real-time e-governance projects and digital transformation initiatives.
3. Location: The internship will be offered at NIC Headquarters in New Delhi and at various NIC State Centres.
4. Work Environment: The mode (virtual or physical) will be decided by the assigned mentor/supervisor.
Digital India Internship Program:
1. Organizing Body : National Informatics Centre (NIC)
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Minimum Marks: The applicant must have scored a minimum of 60% marks in previous classes.
2. Educational Qualification: The applicant must be studying in one of the following courses or their equivalent:
(i) BE/B.Tech
(ii) ME/M.Tech
(iii) MCA
(iv) M.Sc.
Internship Duration :
1. Minimum Duration: Two months.
2. Maximum Duration: It can be extended up to three months based on the candidate's performance, the requirements of NIC, and the time provided by the intern.
Financial Benefits and Certification:
1. Stipend: Trainees will receive a stipend of ₹10,000 per month.
2. Certificate: A certificate will also be provided after the completion of the internship.
Application and Important Date:
1. Application Method: Through online mode.
2. Official Website: dii.nic.in
3. Application Deadline: January 31, 202