If you’re looking for genuine, government-backed virtual or work-from-home internships, the National Internship Portal is one place you need to check out. I found my first virtual internship here during my semester break, and honestly, it made my resume stand out when I didn’t even have any “proper” experience yet.
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The National Internship Portal, officially known as the Internship Portal under AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education), is run by the Ministry of Education. It’s mostly for students like us — whether you’re a diploma student, an undergrad, or a postgrad. They post verified internship opportunities from ministries, PSUs, private companies, even some MNCs — all in one place.
The best part? There are tons of virtual internships, work-from-home options, and short-term summer internships — so you don’t need to shift cities if you can’t.
Highlights – National Internship Portal 2025
Here’s a quick idea of what you’ll find once you register:
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Mode: Both on-site and work-from-home internships available.
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Duration: Flexible — some are 2–4 weeks, others can go up to 6 months.
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Stipend: Varies — some are unpaid, but a lot of companies and ministries do offer a stipend (₹5,000–₹15,000/month).
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Who can apply: Students from any stream — engineering, management, humanities, sciences, IT, design — you name it.
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Verified: Every listing is approved by AICTE, so you don’t have to worry about fake offers.
Who Can Register?
Before I signed up, I did some quick checks — here’s what you need:
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Education Level: Open for diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate students enrolled in recognised institutions.
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Nationality: Indian citizens only.
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Streams: Open to all streams — whether you’re in engineering, science, commerce, arts, management, or design.
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Age Limit: No strict limit, but you should be an active student.
Benefits of Using the National Internship Portal
There are a lot of internship sites out there, but this one’s honestly a good starting point, especially if you’re hunting for your first one:
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Verified by government — so you know it’s not a scam.
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Huge variety — remote work, short-term, long-term, summer internships.
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Easy to search — you can filter by work mode, duration, stipend, location.
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You get a certificate from the employer — some ministries even give an official letter with the government seal.
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Good for students in Tier 2 and Tier 3 colleges too — same chances as everyone else.
Documents Needed
Keep these ready when you register:
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Updated Resume in PDF format
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College ID Card or Bonafide Certificate
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Latest Marksheet (sometimes not mandatory at first)
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Aadhar Card (for ID verification)
How to Register on the National Internship Portal
Here’s exactly how I did it — step-by-step:
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Visit the Official Portal: Go to https://internship.aicte-india.org/.
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Click ‘Register’: If you’re a first-time user, sign up as a student.
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Fill Details: Enter your name, email ID, phone number, college details, course, and branch.
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Upload Resume: Attach your CV and ID proof if asked.
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Verify Email: You’ll get an OTP to confirm your email and phone number.
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Login: Once verified, log in and complete your profile fully — don’t leave it half done.
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Search Internships: Use filters like ‘Virtual’, ‘Work-from-Home’, or ‘Summer Internship’.
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Apply: Click on the internship you like, read the details, and hit ‘Apply Now’. Some might ask for a short statement of purpose — keep it ready.
Important Tips
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Always keep your resume updated — a neat, 1-page CV works best.
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Apply to multiple internships — don’t rely on just one application.
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Check your spam folder — sometimes confirmation mails land there.
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If you’re aiming for a summer internship, apply at least 2–3 months before your break starts.
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Many students don’t know this: you can do multiple short internships back-to-back — it adds up on your CV.
Important Dates
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Portal Open: Open all year — new listings get added every week.
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Best Time for Summer Internships: Apply from January–March 2025.
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Result: You’ll usually hear back within 2–4 weeks if you’re shortlisted.
FAQs
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What is the last date to register on the National Internship Portal 2025?
There’s no last date — the portal stays open all year. -
Who can register for the National Internship Portal?
Any diploma, UG, or PG student enrolled in a recognised Indian college. -
Are these internships paid or unpaid?
Both — depends on the company or department. Many do offer stipends. -
What are the main benefits?
Verified opportunities, official certificates, flexible work mode, government-linked credibility. -
How to find virtual internships on the portal?
Use the ‘Work from Home’ filter while searching. -
Do I need to be from a specific stream?
No — internships are open for all streams. -
Can international students apply?
No, it’s for Indian students only.