Candidates will be selected based on:
- Written application
- Brief essay exam
- Final in-person interview
Abhijit Sen Rural Internship Program 2026
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Eligibility
UG and PG students
Region
India
Award
Monthly Stipend of ₹20,000
Deadline
25-Feb-2026
About The Program
The Abhijit Sen Rural Internship Program 2026 (Cohort IV) is offered by the National Foundation for India. This prestigious 50-day field-based research internship provides students with an opportunity to explore rural India and understand the socio-economic challenges faced by diverse communities. Selected candidates will receive a stipend of ₹20,000 upon completion, along with coverage of all travel, food, and accommodation expenses.
EligibilityDeadline Date: 25-Feb-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be a student pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate courses from any Indian university/college/technical educational institution
Note:- Women students and students from Dalit, Adivasi, Tribal, and minority communities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
The selected students will receive:
- Stipend of ₹20,000 upon completion and submission of the research report
- Guided learning on research tools and methods
- 5-7 days of in-person learning workshop and cohort formation
- 30 days of fieldwork experience in rural locations (Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Gujarat, Rajasthan, or Maharashtra)
- Academic mentorship for research report writing
- All expenses covered (travel, food, and accommodation)
- Opportunity to get the research report published
Note: Selected interns will be placed in specific states: Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Gujarat, Rajasthan, or Maharashtra.
Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- University ID card
- Motivation letter
How can you apply?
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Important Dates
Application Deadline: 25th February 2026
Selection Criteria
Contact Details
National Foundation for India
India Habitat Centre, Core 4A
Upper Ground Floor, Lodhi Road
New Delhi 110 003, India
Email ID: info@nfi.org.in | Contact Number: 91-11-24641864, 24641865, 24648490, 24648491
Source: https://nfi.org.in/internship
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering the Abhijit Sen Rural Internship Program 2026?
Answer: The National Foundation for India is offering this opportunity.
Question: How much is the stipend worth?
Answer: The internship provides a stipend of ₹20,000 upon completion and submission of the research report, along with coverage of all travel, food, and accommodation expenses.
Question: Who is eligible for the Abhijit Sen Rural Internship Program 2026?
Answer: Students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate courses from any Indian university, college, or technical educational institution are eligible to apply for the internship.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Abhijit Sen Rural Internship Program 2026?
Answer: The last date to apply is 25th February 2026.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the National India Foundation.
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