Department of Revenue Legal Internship 2026
The Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has released revised guidelines for its Internship Programme 2026 for Law – Legal under the State Taxes Section. This prestigious programme offers young scholars an opportunity to closely engage with India’s tax reform process, especially the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework.
The internship is designed to build interaction between government officers and academically strong students, enabling critical policy analysis while providing interns real exposure to national-level tax reform.
Objective: Ministry of Finance Internship Programme 2026
Academic Research
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Interaction with State Taxes Division
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Critical Analysis of GST Reforms
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Practical Exposure to Tax Policy Making
The programme aims to:
- Support preparatory work for GST reforms
- Bring academic insights into policymaking
- Train students in the real process of fiscal reforms
Who Can Apply?
| Eligible Candidates |
|---|
| First Class Graduates in Economics / Finance / Management |
| PG Students / High Second Class PG Holders |
| Research Scholars in Public Finance / Economics / Management |
| 5-Year Integrated Law Students from NLUs – Bangalore, Bhopal, Hyderabad & Kolkata |
| UG/PG Students from any IIT |
| Candidates who have cleared PE-II stage of CA |
Duration & Stipend
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Internship Duration | Maximum 6 months |
| Remuneration | ₹5,000 per month (token stipend) |
| Attachment | With Director / DS, State Taxes Division |
| Completion Requirement | Final report/paper submission |
| Certificate | Issued after successful completion |
Application Form – Key Fields
| Field No. | Information Required |
|---|---|
| 1 | Full Name |
| 2 | Date of Birth |
| 3 | Postal Address & Email |
| 4 | Telephone Number |
| 5 | Educational Qualifications |
| 6 | Additional Qualifications (CA / ICWA / Computers) |
| 7 | Subjects of Interest |
| 8 | Extra-curricular Activities |
| 9 | Projects Undertaken |
| 10 | Project Preferences |
| 11 | Research Description (for research students) |
| 12 | Preferred Month & Duration |
Authentication by Institution
The form must be verified by the applicant’s Institute / University, including:
- Signature & seal of authorized official
- Full address & contact number of sponsoring institution
Why You Should Apply
- Direct exposure to India’s GST reform framework
- Work with senior officials of the State Taxes Division
- Build strong academic–policy credentials
- Receive a recognized certificate from the Ministry of Finance, Government of India
Application Process
| Step | Action |
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| 1️⃣ | Download and fill the official application form |
| 2️⃣ | Attach CV |
| 3️⃣ | Email the application at least 15 days before intended joining date |
| 4️⃣ | Wait for Selection Committee scrutiny & official offer |
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