PM Internship Scheme: ₹5,000 stipend and real corporate experience

The Promise: Getting a big brand name on your CV + pocket money. The Trap: "Internship Offer Letter" requiring a uniform/laptop fee.

1. Who can apply?

• Age: 21 to 24 years.
• Education: Passed 10th, 12th, or ITI/Diploma/Graduate.
• Status: Should NOT be working full-time or studying full-time (Distance learning is allowed).
• Exclusion: IIT/IIM/CA graduates are NOT eligible. (This scheme is for the average youth, not the elite).

2. Benefit Breakdown

• Monthly Stipend: ₹5,000 (DBT).
• One-time Grant: ₹6,000 (for incidentals).
• Insurance: Covered under PMSBY/PMJJBY.

3. How to Apply

1. Register: Visit pminternship.mca.gov.in.
2. eKYC: Complete Aadhaar based eKYC.
3. Profile: The portal builds your CV automatically.
4. Apply: Browse available roles (e.g., Sales at Mahindra, Tech at Infosys) and click Apply (Max 5 choices).
5. Selection: Companies shortlist candidates. You get an alert.

[!warning] Scam Radar

• Red Flag: "Pay ₹1,500 for guaranteed selection." (Selection is by the company based on merit/profile).
• Red Flag: "Laptop Security Deposit". (Companies provide assets if needed; they don't ask for deposits).
• Action: Accept offers ONLY through the official MCA portal dashboard.

4. Why do this?

Even if the stipend is small, the Experience Certificate from a top company is gold. It opens doors for future permanent jobs.