About this education scheme
MoSPI is implementing the scheme of Internship for Post-graduate/Research Students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operations Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied field of Statistics of recognized Universities//Institutions.
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is implementing the "Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students" in Statistics, Economics, Demography, Operations Research, and related fields during 2023-24. The scheme aims to familiarize students with the Official Statistical System of India, including data collection, processing, analysis, publication, and dissemination activities. It also seeks to create awareness about career opportunities in the Indian Statistical Service and the Subordinate Statistical Service.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students (SIPGRS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Statistics and Programme Implementation |
| Launch year | 2023 |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | ncs.gov.in |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| Age | 21 to 30 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 21 to 30 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Remuneration:
- Internship Stipend: A consolidated stipend of Rs. 10,000 (Rs. 5,000 per month) is provided upon successful completion of the internship.
- Direct Benefit Transfer: The stipend is transferred directly to the intern’s bank account through electronic payment modes such as APB/AEPS.
- Cashless Payment System: No cash payment is made under the internship programme.
- Certificate of Completion: A certificate is issued to interns after successful completion of the internship by the concerned office.
- Field Visit Allowance: Interns attached to NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices receive an additional Rs. 250 per day for field visits, subject to a maximum of 10 days during the internship period.
Facilities:
- Logistics Support: Internship centres may provide office space, intercom, computer, and internet facilities to interns during the internship period.
- Access to Study Material: Interns will be allowed access to study materials and literature available in the office/library.
- Guidance & Mentorship: Each intern will be assigned a guide/nodal officer for assistance and coordination during the internship.
- Interaction with Officials: Interns may interact with concerned divisions/officers through the assigned guide for completion of their assignments.
Notes:
- No Travelling Allowance or Daily allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
- The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport, etc.
- Interns may be required to bring their own laptops, depending on the availability of facilities.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a citizen of India and;
- He/She must be pursuing post-graduation/research from a recognized College/University/Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/Operational Research/Economics/Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
Note:-
- The internship will be for a period of 2 months from the date of joining.
- Each intern/student shall be required to submit report/paper (along with soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
Who is not eligible
- If any intern leaves or discontinues the internship in between, that is, before the completion of two months, he/she will not be entitled to any stipend/certificate.
- The award of internship to the applicant is not and cannot be construed as any kind of job or assurances for any job in the Government of India.
Papers to keep ready
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NOTE 1: If marks are in CGPA, attach a document giving the conversion formula from CGPA to percentage.
NOTE 2: If the applicant wishes to incorporate any other relevant details, he/she may do so on an extra sheet to be attached.
NOTE 3: In the absence of a filled-in MS Excel File with the application form, the application would be rejected.
Registration walkthrough
Online
Application:
Step 1: Register on the National Career Service (NCS) Portal and keep NCS ID ready for filling application form.
Step 2: Download application format in MS Excel File of "Group A" or "Group B". For accessing these form, please refer guidelines (Page no.16).
Step 3: Fill the application form in Excel File itself. Message displayed while moving cursor on a cell may be read carefully before filling information in that cell.
Step 4: Take printout of the duly filled-in application form. On the printed form, affix your passport size recent colored photograph and sign the undertaking.
Step 5: The duly filled and signed application form along with the required (self-attested) documents should be sent through email to the concerned nodal offices/selection point given at Annex-I & II with a copy to training-mospi@nic.in with subject line “Application for Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students – 2023-24”.
Note:-
- In absence of filled-in MS Excel File with application form, the application would be rejected.
- All internship related queries should be sent through email to the nodal officers of respective internship centers with subject line “Internship for Post-Graduate/ Research Students – 2023-24”.
- Emails received with subject line other than as mentioned above may not be considered.
Selection Process:-
- The selection of the candidates will be done purely on the basis of the aggregate marks obtained in graduation (excluding qualifying subject(s)) and allocation of internship office will be done taking into account the above selection criterion and the place option exercised by the candidates.
- The selected candidates/applicants would be informed through e-mail besides displaying the list of selected interns on the website of the MoSPI in the case of Group “A” and notice board of the respective offices in the case of Group “B”.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 20 Mar 2023 |
|---|
Terms used in this scheme
- Definition 1
- CSO: Central Statistics Office,
- NAD: National Accounts Division,
- SSD: Social Statistics Division,
- ESD: Economic Statistics Division,
- FOD: Field Operations Division,
- RO: Regional Office,
- DES: Directorate of Economics and Statistics,
- PSD: Price Statistics Division,
- IPMD: Infrastructure and Project Monitoring Division,
- DPD: Data Processing Division,
- DPC: Data Processing Center,
- SDRD: Survey Design and Research Division,
- DES: Directorate of Economics & Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What Are The Objectives Of The "Scheme Of Internship For Post-Graduate/Research Students By MoSPI"?
Aim, Objectives & Scope
To facilitate the students pursuing post-graduate/research in statistics to study and get familiarized with the prevailing system of Official Statistics in the Country.
To familiarize the interested and willing post-graduate/research students with the Official Statistical System of the Country, with specific reference to data collection, processing & analysis, publication and dissemination needs.
To create awareness amongst the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ OperationsResearch/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about the Indian Statistical Service and Subordinate Statistical Service.
To sensitize the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about choosing their career in the field of Statistics.
How Many Total Slots Are There In This Internship Scheme?
The total available number of internships during 2023-24 would be 193.
Will The Amount Of The Token Stipend Be Paid As A Lump Sum Or In Installments?
A token stipend of Rs. 10,000/- (consolidated) @ Rs. 5,000/- per month would be paid to the selected intern on successful completion of his /her internship, at the end of the internship period.
Will The Amount Of The Stipend Be Paid In Cash?
The stipend to interns would be transferred directly into their bank account only through electronic mode of funds transfer/ Aadhaar Payments Bridge (APB)/ Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS) by selection points.
Will The Certificate Of Completion Be Paid To All The Interns?
The Certificate will be issued to the successful interns, upon completion of the internship, by the respective offices where they are attached.
Will MoSPI Pay Travelling Allowance Or Daily Allowance To The Interns?
No Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
Are There Any Arrangements For Lodging And Boarding Of The Interns?
The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport etc.
Does This Internship Program Include Field Visits? If Yes, What Shall Be Its Duration?
The students opting for NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices will be paid an additional amount of Rs. 250/- per day, so as to enable them to undertake Field Visits if required, which should not exceed a maximum of 10 days in the entire period of 2 months of internship.
What Additional Facilities Will Be Provided To The Interns?
To facilitate the interns in the pursuit of their assignment, internship offices/centers would try their best to provide a minimum logistics support i.e. office space, with intercom facility and computer, with internet facility etc. However, interns may have to bring their own laptops if the situation demands so.
Will The Interns Have Access To The Office Library?
For study material, the intern will have access to the literature available in the Library/Office and can interact with the concerned Division(s)/Officer through the guide, with whom they would be attached. Internship Centers will designate a guide/nodal officer for each intern allocated to them.
What Should Be The Educational Stream Of The Intern?
The applicant should be pursuing his/her post-graduation/research from a recognized College/ University/ Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
What Types Of Outputs Are Expected From The Interns?
Each intern/student shall be required to submit a report/paper (along with a soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
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