Government Launches 6-Month Paid Internship for Women, SC/ST, and EWS Graduates in Assam

Guwahati | June 26, 2025: In a significant move towards fostering industry-based skills and employability among underrepresented groups, the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has announced a 6-month Work-Based Learning (WBL) Internship Program at various NIELIT (National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology) Centres across Assam. The program, which comes with a monthly stipend of ₹10,000, is aimed at empowering Women, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates from technical backgrounds.

Eligibility Criteria Focused on Inclusion and Skill Enhancement

As per the official notification, the internship program is open to women and candidates belonging to ST, SC, and EWS categories who hold qualifications in BE, B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA. Eligible applicants must either be final-year students with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their institute or should have graduated within the last three years.

The initiative aligns with the government’s objective of promoting work-integrated learning, ensuring that participants gain hands-on industry exposure, particularly in the field of electronics and information technology.

Internship Duration and Stipend Details

• Duration: 6 months
• Stipend: ₹10,000 per month

The program offers a unique blend of on-the-job training, mentorship, and skill development, aimed at enhancing the employability of selected candidates.

Application Process and Contact Details

Interested candidates can visit the official AICTE Internship portal at:

https://internship.aicte-india.org/ernet.php

For further queries and application support, candidates may contact the NIELIT Guwahati office at the following numbers:

• 9612114145
• 7827183643

A QR code for direct access to the application page is also available in the official notification.

NIELIT Guwahati: The Nodal Centre for Assam

The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), Guwahati, located at AIRT & SC Building, N.H.-37, Khanapara, Guwahati – 781022, will serve as the central coordinating center for the program across Assam.

Government Push Towards Skill Development in Northeast India

This internship program is part of the Government of India’s broader mission to bridge the skill gap and promote employment readiness among marginalized communities in the Northeast region. By focusing on women and socially disadvantaged groups, the program seeks to create a diverse and inclusive tech workforce in Assam.

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