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Prime Minister Internship Scheme Attracts 155,000 Applicants

2024 • 3min • News • Business

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Published on: October 14, 2024 - The Prime Minister Internship Scheme has received an overwhelming response, with 155,000 registrations for 91,000 positions since its launch on October 12th. Offering year-long internships in top companies like Maruti Suzuki, Reliance, and L&T, the program spans 737 districts across 37 states and covers 20+ fields, including operations, production, and marketing. Interns will receive a Rs 6,000 joining allowance and a Rs 5,000 monthly stipend, with the government covering the bulk of it. Targeting youth aged 21-24, the scheme aims to create 125,000 internships by March 2025 and skill one crore young people over five years.