NHRC Winter Internship Programme 2026: Apply by October 15 for ₹12,000 Stipend; Check Eligibility

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has invited applications for its Winter Internship Programme 2026. The four-week internship will be held in New Delhi from December 14, 2026, to January 8, 2027. Students who successfully complete the programme will receive a stipend of ₹12,000.

The commission will select up to 100 students for the internship. Interested candidates must submit their applications online by October 15, 2026, at 6 PM. Students exploring other government internship opportunities in India can also check related announcements and eligibility requirements before applying.

Who Can Apply?

Students pursuing eligible law courses, postgraduate programmes and specified subjects in social sciences and related fields can apply, provided they meet the eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.

Applicants must be 28 years old or younger as of October 1, 2026. They must also have secured at least 60% marks in Class 12 and in each of the first six semesters of their graduation or five-year integrated course, as applicable.

Students who have already completed an NHRC one-month Summer Internship Programme or Winter Internship Programme cannot apply again.

Candidates interested in research and technical opportunities can also read about the DRDO Internship 2026 for engineering and postgraduate science students, which covers eligibility criteria, available positions and the application process for a separate programme.

Read the official NHRC Winter Internship Programme 2026 notification here

What Will the Internship Offer?

The programme will give students an opportunity to learn about human rights issues, the functioning of the commission, and the laws and policies related to human rights in India.

Interns who successfully complete the programme will receive ₹12,000. Eligible students travelling from outside Delhi will also receive three-tier AC train fare for their onward and return journeys, subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notice.

Students interested in government policy, administration and social development can also explore the Ministry of Women and Child Development Internship Programme 2026 to understand another type of government internship. The application deadline for the previously announced cycle has passed, so candidates should check the official portal for any new cycle.

For students interested in technology-focused opportunities, the Indian Army Internship Programme 2026–27 provides details about project-based internships in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics and other technical domains. Its project-wise deadlines should be checked before applying.

How to Apply

Eligible students can visit the official website of the National Human Rights Commission at nhrc.nic.in to check the notification and application process.

Candidates need to prepare a 250-word statement of purpose and submit a recommendation letter from their educational institution. They should check all eligibility conditions and required documents before applying.

Applicants should also review the complete notification to confirm the prescribed application procedure, document requirements and any additional instructions issued by the commission.

Students looking for other internship opportunities can read about the DRDO Paid Internship 2026 at DIPAS Delhi and DIBER. This separate programme covers research-oriented internships for eligible engineering students, including its application procedure and stipend structure. Its published application deadline has passed.

Important Dates

• Last date to apply: October 15, 2026, by 6 PM

• Internship starts: December 14, 2026

• Internship ends: January 8, 2027

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These articles cover different programmes and career-related developments. Their eligibility requirements, benefits and deadlines are separate from those of the NHRC Winter Internship Programme 2026. Candidates should verify current application status before pursuing any opportunity.