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NITI Aayog Policy Research Internship + Young Professional (YP) Scheme

IndiaofflineInternship: 6 weeks–3 months | YP: 1-year contract
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Eligibility

YP Scheme: Masters/PhD from premier institutions; Internship: UG/PG students; Indian nationals

Why it matters

NITI Aayog Young Professionals (₹75k/month) work on SDGs, economic governance, and PM-level policy. Highest-impact entry into India's policy ecosystem short of civil service.

Benefits

YP: ₹75,000/month + policy work on PM-level priorities; Internship: stipend + direct work on national economic programmes

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