NEW DELHI: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has launched a dedicated mobile app for the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme (PMIS) in New Delhi.
The app aims to simplify the application process and provide real-time updates to the candidates registered with it.
The Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme was announced in the 2024-25 Union Budget with a target of providing one crore internships in top 500 companies over five years.
A pilot project was launched in October 2024, aiming to offer 1.25 lakh internships to job seekers.
The PMIS app comes with a simple interface, Aadhaar-based face authentication for easy registration, and instant alerts on new opportunities.
The PM Internship Scheme App is now live!
Register, complete your profile, explore and apply for paid internships in top companies of India seamlessly with the PM internship mobile application.
The application is available for android users, download the application from Play… pic.twitter.com/7XasRuKZBv
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Sitharaman emphasised that this scheme would help bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry needs, increasing youth employability. She also encouraged industry participation to build a skilled workforce.
The deadline for the Round II application for the PM Internship scheme is on March 31.
Achievement
The first round of the scheme was launched in October 2024 and 1.27 lakh internships posted across 745 districts by 280 companies in 25 sectors. More than 82,000 candidates secured internships during the drive.
The second round of the scheme was launched in January 2025, with 327 companies posting more than 1.18 lakh internship opportunities so far. Applications for this round remain open until March 31.
Eligibility
Candidates aged between 21 and 24 years and those not enrolled full-time in any educational course or programme, and employed with a full-time job are eligible for the PM Internship scheme.
No member of the candidate’s family (self/spouse/parents) should be earning more than Rs 8 lakh per annum or have a government job.
How to apply for PM Internship scheme through app
Step 1: Download the PMIS App from the official website or app store.
Step 2: Register using Aadhaar face authentication.
Step 3: Browse available internships across different sectors.
Step 4: Apply directly through the app.
Step 5: Receive real-time updates on the selection and new opportunities.
With this app, the government aims to streamline the process and make internship opportunities more accessible to the youth.
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