New Delhi, March, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious Internship Scheme 2025 has opened doors for 1.25 lakh young Indians, offering hands-on training and a Rs 5,000 monthly stipend in India’s leading companies. Launched last year to bridge the skill gap, the program targets unemployed youth aged 18-25, providing one-year internships in sectors like IT, manufacturing, banking, and renewables.
Announced via the PM’s official portal (pminternship.gov.in), selections are merit-based on Class 12 and graduation marks, with applications closing soon. Top performers from the first batch shared success stories at a virtual event today. “From a small town in UP to interning at TCS—this stipend covers my basics while I gain real-world skills,” said Priya Singh, 22, now placed at Tata Consultancy Services.
Partnering giants include Reliance, HDFC Bank, ONGC, and Larsen & Toubro, committing to mentor interns on live projects. The government subsidises Rs 4,500 of the stipend, with companies covering the rest, plus insurance and accommodation allowances. PM Modi hailed it as “a game-changer for Viksit Bharat,” aiming to skill 4.5 crore youth by 2030 amid 15% youth unemployment.
Registrations have surged past 50 lakh, with diverse representation from all states. Bihar’s Ravi Kumar, an engineering dropout, landed a spot at Adani Green: “It’s my ticket to a stable career.” Critics note urban bias but praise the scheme’s scale.
As India eyes economic superpower status, this initiative fuses opportunity with employability, turning aspirations into action.