MWCD Internship 2026 {Ongoing} Apply Online, ₹20000 Stipend, Eligibility, Hostel

Ministry of Women & Child Development (MWCD) Internship 2026

Updated on: 27th January 2026 | Application Status: Ongoing

NOTIFICATION DETAILS :

MWCD Internship Programme – wcd.intern.nic.in is a flagship initiative by the Government of India specifically designed to involve women students, scholars, and social activists in policy research and project implementation.

This 2-month professional program offers real exposure to social work, legislative development, and major national missions like Mission Shakti, Mission Vatsalya, and Saksham Anganwadi. The Ministry provides complete support including a substantial stipend and accommodation in New Delhi.

Ministry of Women & Child Development, Govt of India

MWCD Internship Programme 2026

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Important Dates & Batch Schedule

INTERNSHIP TERMS	APPLICATION WINDOW
Term 1: May - June Term 2: August - September Term 3: November - December Term 4: February - March	Open: 1st to 10th of the Month Timeline: Apply 2 months before chosen term. Application Fee: ₹0 (FREE)

Eligibility Criteria & Stipend Details

WHO CAN APPLY?	STIPEND & BENEFITS
Category: Exclusively for Women. Target: Non-Tier I cities & Rural Areas. Age Limit: 21 to 40 Years. Occupation: Students, Scholars, Social Activists, Teachers.	₹20,000/- Stipend + Shared Hostel in Delhi + Travel Reimbursement (AC-3 Tier)

Detailed Selection Process & Scope

Selection Board: Selection is conducted by a dedicated Ministry Committee.
Batch Strength: Up to 20 interns per batch.
Exclusions: Residents of Tier-1 cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, etc.) are NOT eligible to ensure representation from rural areas.
Primary Tasks: Pilot projects, policy research, program evaluation, and micro-studies.

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Follow these official steps for registration:

Visit the official MWCD Internship portal: wcd.intern.nic.in.
Click on the "Register" button on the top menu.
Verify your profile using Aadhaar or DigiLocker for e-KYC.
Select your preferred **2-month term** from the available batches.
Upload necessary documents: ID Proof, Address Proof, Signature, and Highest Education Certificate.
Mandatory: Upload Joining Letter/Admission Certificate from your current Institution.
Submit the application and keep a copy for the selection interview.

Subject-wise Best Books for Social Research

Social Welfare

Social Problems in India by Ram Ahuja. Essential for understanding grassroots social issues.

Public Policy

Public Policy in India by R.K. Sapru. Helps in drafting professional research papers.

Govt Schemes

Yojana Magazine (Monthly). Best source for Ministry updates and national missions.

Data Analysis

Research Methodology by C.R. Kothari. Useful for micro-studies and field surveys.

Important Official Links

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Women students, scholars, social activists, and teachers from non-Tier-I cities and rural areas who successfully complete the 2-month term are eligible for the ₹20,000 stipend.

Yes. MWCD provides shared hostel facility in Delhi with basic amenities. However, mess charges are to be borne by the intern.

No. Candidates residing in cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Pune are currently not eligible for this scheme.

You must submit your application between 1st and 10th of March (2 months prior to the term).