Policy Research Internship - Government Think Tank

Canon Sphere • tipton, england • Posted July 01, 2026

About the Role

About NITI Aayog

NITI Aayog is the premier policy think tank of the Government of India, playing a central role in driving the nation’s economic growth and promoting cooperative federalism by actively involving state governments in the policymaking process through a bottom-up approach.

About the Internship

Launched in 2015, the Internship Scheme by NITI Aayog aims to engage students enrolled in undergraduate, postgraduate, or research programs from recognized institutions in India or abroad. The internship duration ranges from a minimum of six weeks to a maximum of six months.

Eligibility Criteria

Students must be enrolled in a recognized university or institution and meet one of the following requirements:
  • Undergraduate students must have completed or appeared for their 2nd year/4th semester exams and secured at least 85% in their 12th grade.
  • Postgraduate students or research/Ph.D. scholars should have completed o...