ACITE Offers 6-Month AI/ML Internship With ₹10,000 Monthly Stipend

AICTE and TantrShell invite applications for a six-month Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) virtual internship for students across India.

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The internship offers a monthly stipend of ₹10,000 and is designed to provide practical exposure to AI, machine learning, data science and Generative AI projects.

The internship will begin on October 1, 2026. Students can apply through the AICTE National Internship Portal until February 20, 2027.

What the internship offers

According to the internship listing, selected interns will work on project-based assignments under mentor guidance. Their responsibilities will include:

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• Collecting, cleaning and preparing datasets for AI/ML projects
• Developing and evaluating machine learning models
• Building AI-powered applications using Python
• Working with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Generative AI technologies
• Integrating AI models into web applications through APIs
• Performing data visualisation and model evaluation
• Using Git and GitHub for project collaboration
• Preparing technical documentation and project reports

The programme also includes weekly mentor review sessions, giving interns an opportunity to receive feedback on their project work.

Who can apply?

The internship is open to students from any department and specialisation, provided they are available for the full six-month duration and have relevant skills or interest in the field.

Also Read: IBM Internship 2026 for BSc and BCA Graduates Across 14 Indian Cities

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Applicants are expected to have basic knowledge of Python and an understanding of machine learning fundamentals. Familiarity with NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn and basic SQL is also listed among the requirements.

Knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenCV, Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, FastAPI, Flask, Git and GitHub is mentioned as preferred skills.

Interested students can apply through the AICTE National Internship Portal.

Certificate, mentorship and other benefits

The internship provides a certificate, flexible working hours, remote work and exposure to live AI projects. Interns will also have opportunities to build a GitHub portfolio and receive a performance-based Letter of Recommendation.

The listing also mentions a potential Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) based on performance.

TantrShell states that the internship is free of cost, with no registration, training or certification fee. The ₹10,000 monthly stipend will be paid for the full six-month internship, subject to the programme terms.

Final Words

For students looking to build practical skills in AI and machine learning, the virtual internship offers exposure to real-world projects, mentorship and industry tools.

With remote work, a ₹10,000 monthly stipend and a potential performance-based PPO, the programme could provide useful experience for students planning careers in emerging technology fields.