Indirect Tax Internship Scheme

The Indirect Tax Internship Scheme offers stipends to law students and graduates interning with CBIC.

Key facts

Benefit₹5,000 monthly stipend for law students
WhoLaw students and law graduates
How paidMonthly stipend
Implemented byCentral Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)
Official portalcbic.gov.in
Application windowAnnual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Interns receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for law students and ₹15,000 for law graduates, along with a certificate upon successful completion of the internship.

Who can apply

  • For: law student, law graduate
  • not income tax payer
  • no government employee in family

Eligible candidates include law students enrolled in a 3-year or 5-year LLB program and law graduates who completed their degree within the last two years. Applicants must not be income tax payers and should not have any government employees in their family.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications via email with the required documents attached.

  1. Prepare a self-attested application in the prescribed format.
  2. Attach a passport-sized photograph, Aadhaar card, proof of address, and proof of educational qualification.
  3. Email the completed application and documents to dlasmc-cbic@gov.in.
Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

  • Passport Sized Photograph
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Proof of Address (for correspondence)
  • Proof of Educational Qualification (i.e. result sheet/mark sheet/provisional degree etc.)

Common problems and how to fix them

ProblemWhat to do
Application not acknowledgedEnsure the application is sent to the correct email address: dlasmc-cbic@gov.in.
Failed to join on dateCandidates who do not join on the specified date may be debarred for six months.

Frequently asked questions

How many interns are selected each year?

Each year, 10 law students and 10 law graduates are selected for the internship.

What is the duration of the internship for law students?

Law students have an internship duration of two months, which can be extended to a maximum of three months by mutual agreement.

Can interns take other jobs during the internship?

No, interns are not allowed to pursue any other course or job during the internship period.

What happens if an intern does not complete the minimum period?

Interns who do not complete the required minimum period will not receive a certificate of internship.

What is the maximum leave allowed during the internship?

Interns can take a maximum of 2 days of leave per month.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.

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