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Are you a female law student or scholar looking to make a massive impact in gender justice and child protection policy? The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) is inviting applications for its highly sought-after Paid Internship Programme for 2026.
This unique initiative is specifically designed for women from non-Tier-I cities and rural areas, offering hands-on experience in analyzing landmark statutes like the POCSO Act, Domestic Violence Act, and Juvenile Justice Act. Review the complete profile and application procedure below.
| Category | Details |
| Job Title | Legal Intern |
| About Organisation | The Ministry of Women and Child Development spearheads India’s legislative framework for gender justice and child protection. |
| Eligibility & Qualifications | • Targeted Audience: Women scholars, students, social activists, and teachers strictly from non-tier-I cities and rural parts of India. • Must be enrolled in or associated with an academic/non-academic institution. • Age Limit: 21 to 40 years. |
| Mode & Duration | Onsite (New Delhi HQ / Regional Offices) Duration: 4 to 12 Weeks (Typically 8 weeks) |
| Key Responsibilities | • Analyzing and drafting compliance mechanisms for statutes (POCSO, DV Act, JJ Act). • Researching constitutional equality principles (Articles 14–15). • Contributing to litigation strategies protecting vulnerable populations. |
| Stipend/Compensation | ₹20,000 per month |
| No of Vacancies | Up to 20 Interns per batch |
| Job Location | Ministry Headquarters, New Delhi (and various regional offices) |
| Application Window | Rolling Basis (Applications open between the 1st and 10th of the month, precisely 2 months prior to the start of the desired batch. E.g., Apply June 1st-10th for an Aug-Sept batch). |
| Application Procedure | Prospective interns must submit their applications strictly online through the official Internship Programme portal during the designated window. |
| Official Links | • [Click Here for the Registration Process] • [Click Here to Visit Official Page] |
