NHRC Winter Internship Programme 2026: Apply by Oct 15

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has invited applications for its Winter Internship Programme 2026, offering eligible students an opportunity to learn about human rights issues, related laws and the functioning of the Commission. The four-week, in-person programme will be held in New Delhi from December 14, 2026, to January 8, 2027.

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Students who successfully complete the internship will receive a stipend of ₹12,000. The last date to apply online is October 15, 2026, at 6 pm. The Commission plans to select up to 100 students for the programme.

NHRC Winter Internship 2026: Who Can Apply?

Students pursuing eligible law courses, postgraduate programmes in human rights and specified social science disciplines can apply, subject to the programme’s eligibility conditions.

The reported eligibility requirements include:

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• Age limit: Applicants must not be older than 28 years as of October 1, 2026.
• Academic marks: At least 60% marks in Class XII and in each of the first six semesters of the relevant undergraduate or five-year integrated degree programme, as applicable.
• Eligible courses: These include law, human rights, political science, sociology, social work, criminology, public administration, history, economics, commerce, anthropology, mass communication, international relations and other eligible social science disciplines.
• Previous internship: Students who have already completed an NHRC regular one-month summer or winter internship are not eligible to apply again.

Candidates should check the official 2026 notification for the complete course-specific eligibility conditions before applying.

Stipend, Travel Benefits and Selection

Students who complete the programme successfully will receive ₹12,000 as a stipend. Eligible interns travelling from outside Delhi can also receive reimbursement for their onward and return journeys in AC three-tier train class, subject to the conditions in the official notification.

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The programme is designed to provide exposure to human rights issues through classroom sessions, interactions with NHRC officials, research projects, book reviews, discussions and field visits.

Applicants must submit a statement of purpose explaining their interest in joining the Commission and a recommendation letter from their educational institution. The application also requires supporting academic documents.

How to Apply for NHRC Winter Internship 2026

Eligible students can visit the official NHRC website to access the Winter Internship Programme 2026 notification and application link.

Important dates

• Application deadline: October 15, 2026, at 6 pm
• Internship begins: December 14, 2026
• Internship ends: January 8, 2027
• Duration: Four weeks
• Location: New Delhi
• Stipend: ₹12,000

Candidates should submit their applications before the deadline and ensure that all required documents are included.