About the NCW Internship Programme

The National Women Commission, Delhi (NCW) internship Programme 2025-2026 for Law Student & Psychology aims to train young students, enhance their understanding of women’s issues, and develop a pool of skilled researchers and gender-justice advocates. Interns gain exposure to policy research, gender rights, documentation, complaint processing, and various awareness initiatives.

NCW offers three internship schemes:

1. Scheme A – Unpaid Internship (30 days)
2. Scheme B – Paid Internship (60 days)
3. Scheme C – Psychology Internship (Paid, 60 days)

NCW Internship Schemes Explained

Scheme A: Unpaid Internship (30 Days)

Eligibility:

• 1st year student of 3-year LLB
• 3rd year student of 5-year Integrated LLB
• 1st year Postgraduate student in Sociology or Social Work

This scheme is ideal for beginners looking for foundational exposure to women-related policy and legal work.

Scheme B: Paid Internship (60 Days)

Stipend: ₹10,000 per month*

Eligibility:

• 2nd year student of 3-year LLB
• 4th/5th year BA LLB / BBA LLB / B.Sc. LLB
• 2nd year student of Postgraduate courses in Sociology, Social Work, Gender Studies, or Women Studies
• Students of LLM, M.Phil, or Ph.D.

Stipend is only applicable if the intern completes the full 60-day internship.

Scheme C: Psychology Internship (Paid, 60 Days)

Stipend: ₹10,000 per month*

Eligibility:

• 2nd year MA (Psychology)
• M.Sc. Clinical Psychology

This scheme helps psychology students gain practical experience in gender-related behavioural studies and counselling research.

Important Stipend Rule

• No stipend is paid if the intern works for fewer than 60 days under Scheme B or Scheme C.

How to Apply: NCW Internship 2025

NCW has introduced an online application system to make the process easier.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the official NCW portal: ncw.gov.in
2. Go to the Internship Section.
3. Fill out the online application form.
4. Select your preferred quarter:
   1. January – March
   2. April – June
   3. July – September
   4. October – December
5. Upload a Recommendation Letter from your Institution Head/Authorized Signatory.
6. Submit the form and wait for confirmation.

Key Requirements During Internship

• Maintain a daily work diary.
• Sign a confidentiality declaration regarding documents and information accessed during the internship.

NCW Internship 2026: Selection Criteria

The selection process is fully merit-based:

• 50% weightage – Academic Percentage
• 50% weightage – Statement of Purpose (SOP)

If a candidate is not selected in a particular quarter, they must apply again in the next quarter.

Important Notes: NCW Internship 2026

• The online portal remains open throughout the year.
• Candidates must choose a 3-month block while applying.
• Applications submitted before 19 September 2022 are invalid.
• The maximum number of interns in each scheme is decided by NCW authorities.