Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) Internship Scheme
The CVC Internship Scheme offers stipends to students for gaining experience with the Central Vigilance Commission.
Key facts
| Stipend | ₹10,000 per month |
|---|---|
| Duration | Minimum 1 month, extendable up to 2 months |
| When | Interns are usually engaged between May and August (a few seats each year) |
| Who | Indian graduates (awaiting final results), postgraduates or research students |
| Preferred fields | Law, IT and Management |
| On completion | Certificate of internship from the Commission |
| Not provided | Transport and accommodation (workspace and internet are provided) |
| Body | Central Vigilance Commission (cvc.gov.in) |
| Application window | The Commission takes a small number of interns each year, mostly between May and August. Watch the CVC website (cvc.gov.in) for the current internship notice and apply against it. |
Benefits
Interns receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,000 to assist with daily expenses. Upon successful completion, they are awarded a certificate of internship.
Full guide
What the internship offers
The Central Vigilance Commission — India’s apex integrity and anti-corruption body — runs a short internship that gives students hands-on exposure to how the Commission works. Interns receive a stipend of ₹10,000 per month, and the internship runs for a minimum of one month, extendable up to two. On satisfactory completion, the Commission awards a certificate of internship. The CVC provides workspace and internet, but not transport or accommodation, so plan your stay accordingly.
Who can apply
The internship is aimed at serious students of governance and allied fields. You are eligible if:
- You are an Indian national
- You are a graduate awaiting final-year results, a postgraduate, or a research student at a recognised institution
- You are studying a relevant subject — Law, IT or Management is preferred
- You are not an income-tax payer
How to apply
The Commission takes a small number of interns each year, mostly between May and August. Watch cvc.gov.in for the current internship notice, then apply against it: prepare a No-Objection Certificate from your institution and a Statement of Purpose of no more than 200 words, and send your application to the address/email given in that year’s circular. If selected, you must sign a Declaration of Secrecy before you start.
Documents you need
- No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current institution
- Statement of Purpose (SOP), 200 words or fewer
- Proof of your course / enrolment and academic records
- Identity proof
Who can apply
- For: student
- not income tax payer
Eligible applicants include Indian nationals who are graduates (awaiting final year results), postgraduates, or research students from recognized institutions, preferably in fields like Law, IT, or Social Sciences. Individuals who are income tax payers are excluded from applying.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not Indian nationals
- Income-tax payers
- Those not enrolled in / graduating from a recognised university or institution
- Anyone unwilling to sign the Declaration of Secrecy required before joining
How to apply
Candidates can apply by submitting their applications via email or in person to the designated official.
- Prepare a Letter of NOC from your current institution.
- Draft a Statement of Purpose (SOP) not exceeding 200 words.
- Email your application to nitin.72@gov.in or submit it in person.
- Wait for confirmation regarding your internship placement.
Documents required
- Letter of NOC from the Present Institution
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) not exceeding 200 words
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Not sure where to send the application | Apply as per the current internship notice on the CVC website (cvc.gov.in) — the contact address and email are given in each year’s circular. Do not rely on an old email from a previous year. |
| SOP too long | The Statement of Purpose must not exceed 200 words. Keep it focused on why you want the internship and what you bring. |
| No NOC from your institution | A No-Objection Certificate from your current university/institution is required. Arrange it before applying. |
| Applied but no reply | Only a few interns are taken each cycle, mostly May–August. If you are not selected this cycle, apply again when the next notice is published. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the CVC Internship Scheme?
The CVC Internship Scheme is designed to engage students as interns with the Central Vigilance Commission, providing them exposure to its operations.
Who can apply for the internship?
Indian nationals who are graduates (awaiting final year results), postgraduates, or research students from recognized institutions can apply, especially those studying relevant subjects.
What is the duration of the internship?
The internship lasts a minimum of one month and can be extended up to two months.
Will interns receive any payment?
Yes, interns are provided a stipend of ₹10,000 per month to cover their daily needs.
Is there a confidentiality requirement?
Yes, interns must sign a Declaration of Secrecy before starting their internship.
Do interns receive a certificate after completion?
Yes, interns who complete their assignments satisfactorily will receive a certificate from the Commission.
Is the internship paid?
Yes — interns receive a stipend of ₹10,000 per month.
How long is it?
A minimum of one month, extendable up to two months.
Who can apply?
Indian graduates (awaiting final-year results), postgraduates or research students from recognised institutions, preferably in Law, IT or Management, who are not income-tax payers.
When are interns taken?
Mostly between May and August each year, for a small number of seats.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes — a certificate of internship is awarded on satisfactory completion.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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