About the Opportunity
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) conducts Summer Internship Programme (SIP) 2026 from June 1 to June 25 to generate awareness for human rights protection and promotion. Applications invited from eligible students across India for this four-week offline programme in New Delhi.
Eligibility
Students pursuing 2nd/3rd year LLB (3-year course), 4th/5th year of 5-year BA LLB/BBA LLB after completing 3 years/Semester VI, LLM students, PG Diploma/MA Human Rights, final year PG students in Political Science, Sociology, Social Work, Criminology, Public Administration, Rural Development, History, Economics, Commerce, Anthropology, Mass Communication, International Relations, Social Sciences. Minimum 60% in Class XII and first 6 semesters; age not exceeding 28 years as on 01.04.2026; regular students of UGC recognized universities only.
Internship Period
June 1 (Monday) to June 25 (Thursday), 2026 – four weeks full-time offline at NHRC, New Delhi.
Number of Interns
Maximum 100 students + 20 waitlisted (Delhi/NCR preference).
Selection Criteria
Merit based on Class XII (30 marks), Graduation first 6 semesters (40 marks), 300-500 word write-up/Statement of Purpose on “Reason for joining as Intern in NHRC” (30 marks). Research potential in human rights preferred.
Stipend
Rs. 12,000 upon successful completion + 3rd AC TA to/from educational institution to Delhi.
Application Requirements
Attested photocopies of Class X, XII, first 6 semesters marksheets; Letter of Recommendation from Principal/HOD/Dean with name, signature, date, stamp/seal as per Annex-I.
Awards
Certificates based on attendance, discipline, submissions. Cash prizes: ₹15,000 (1st), ₹10,000 (2nd), ₹5,000 (3rd) for group research projects. Book prizes for book reviews and declamation contests.
Key Rules
Prior NHRC internship disqualifies applicants.
Application Procedure
Apply online with SOP and required documents. Last date: April 27, 2026.
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