Attention all aspiring scholars, social activists, and students! The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has announced its Internship Programme, designed to provide valuable exposure to policy analysis and government initiatives. Here is the essential information you need to apply: 🎯 Who Can Apply? Target Group: Women students, scholars, social activists, and teachers. Eligibility: Must be enrolled in or associated with a university/academic/non-academic institution. Location: Priority for applicants from non-tier-1 cities and rural parts of India. Age Limit: 21 to 40 years. 📅 Programme Details Duration: Each internship lasts two months. Terms: Offered in four terms: May-June, August-September, November-December, and February-March. Capacity: Up to 20 interns per batch. 💰 Incentives & Support Stipend: A lump sum of ₹20, 000 per month. Travel: Reimbursement of travel costs (Deluxe/AC Bus/3-Tier AC Train) for joining and returning home. Accommodation: Shared hostel facility provided in Delhi (basic amenities; mess charges are extra and borne by the intern). Certification: Awarded upon successful completion, including the submission of required papers/reports. 📝 How to Apply Portal: Submit applications online at http://wcd.intern.nic.in/. Timeline: Applications open between the 1st and 10th of the month, exactly two months prior to the internship start date (e.g., apply 1st-10th March for the May-June batch). Note: Candidates selected once are not eligible for any subsequent term. 💡 Selection & Commitment Selection is conducted by a dedicated committee. Selected interns must furnish a declaration of secrecy and acknowledge that this is an internship, not an offer of future employment. Stay informed and prepare your applications carefully!