Is the AICTE internship portal free?

Yes, registering and applying on the AICTE internship portal is free. Some listed internships are unpaid; stipends depend on the offering company.

Can I apply to both AICTE and PM Internship Scheme?

Yes — they are independent. Many students use an AICTE-listed or private internship to build proof of work first, which strengthens any later PM Scheme application.

AICTE vs PM Internship Scheme (2026): Which Should You Apply To?

Q: What is the stipend under the PM Internship Scheme?

The PM Internship Scheme offers ₹5,000 per month — ₹4,500 from the government plus ₹500 from the company — along with a one-time ₹6,000 grant. Check the current official notification for the latest figures.

Q: Who is eligible for the PM Internship Scheme?

Broadly, youth aged 21–24 who are not in full-time employment or full-time education, with family-income conditions. Exact criteria change per round — always verify on the official portal before applying.

Two government-backed routes dominate student searches: AICTE internships (via the AICTE internship portal) and the PM Internship Scheme (MCA, top-500 companies). They solve different problems — here is the exact difference, so you apply to the right one.

⚡ Quick answer: Want a monthly stipend (~₹5,000) in a top company? Apply to the PM Internship Scheme (ages 21–24, 12 months). Want volume and flexibility while studying? Use the AICTE portal — thousands of listings, many short-term and remote. Doing both in sequence (AICTE first for proof, PM Scheme next for stipend) is the strongest play. Always verify current figures on the official portals.

AICTE vs PM Internship: side-by-side

Factor	AICTE internships	PM Internship Scheme
Run by	AICTE + partner companies	Ministry of Corporate Affairs + top-500 companies
Stipend	Varies — many unpaid, some paid	~₹5,000/month + one-time ₹6,000 grant (per scheme announcement)
Duration	Weeks to 6 months	12 months
Eligibility	Enrolled students (broad)	Ages 21–24, not full-time employed/studying, income conditions
Mode	Remote + on-site mix	Mostly on-site at company locations
Best for	Building proof while in college	Post-study income + big-company brand

Apply to AICTE internships if…

You are still in college and need flexible, short stints.
You want remote options alongside semesters.
You need quick proof-of-work bullets for your resume.

Apply to the PM Internship Scheme if…

You are 21–24 and available full-time for 12 months.
You want assured monthly financial support during the internship.
You want a top-500 company name on your resume.

🎓 Mentor's verdict: "Sequence them. An AICTE-listed or private certified project first gives you the 'already trusted by someone' signal that makes every later application — PM Scheme included — convert higher. Students who arrive with proof get shortlisted; students who arrive with hope wait." — Rohit Gallipalli, AI Career Mentor, TaskVeda

Rejected or ineligible? Your backup

Both schemes are competitive and run in rounds. Between rounds, build proof with TaskVeda's free internship with certificate (rolling cohorts, ₹0) or compare free vs paid certificates before spending money anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What is the stipend under the PM Internship Scheme?
About ₹5,000/month (₹4,500 government + ₹500 company) plus a one-time ₹6,000 grant, per the scheme announcement. Verify current figures officially.

Who is eligible for the PM Internship Scheme?
Broadly ages 21–24, not in full-time employment or education, with income conditions. Criteria shift per round — check the portal.

Is the AICTE portal free?
Yes — registration and applications are free. Stipends depend on each listing.

Can I apply to both?
Yes. Build proof on AICTE/private programs first, then target the PM Scheme for stipend + brand.

Note: scheme figures change per official round. Verify stipend, age and income criteria on the official portals before applying. Last reviewed: October 2026.