The Internship Policy of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board (MPTB) provides students with practical training experience in hospitality and tourism. The training takes place in summer and winter sessions under the supervision of unit heads or departmental heads at various MPTB hotels, resorts, and offices. Interns are provided a stipend as per the MP Tourism Board norms.
Duration
| Training Session | Duration |
|---|---|
| Summer Training | May to July (3 months) |
| Winter Training | October to December (3 months) |
Placement & Number of Seats
| Course | Place of Training | Seats (Summer) | Seats (Winter) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA/BBA/BA/B.Com (Tourism) | MPTB Head Office & Market | 10 | 10 |
| B.Sc. in Hotel Management / Certificate/Diploma in Food Production, F&B Service, Front Office, Housekeeping, Hotel Operations | MPTDC Residency/Resorts/Hotels & Selected Private Hotels | 25 | 25 |
| PG Diploma in Forest Management | MPTDC Units near Forests/Water Bodies & Selected Private Hotels | 10 | 10 |
| Photography, Digital Marketing, Adventure Sports, Biodiversity, Tour Operations, etc. | MP Tourism Board, Head Office | 10 (or as per need) | 10 (or as per need) |
Benefits
Stipend (Per Month)
| Course | Stipend (₹) |
|---|---|
| PG Diploma in Forest Management | ₹5,000 |
| B.Sc. in Hotel Management (IHM/SIHM) & MBA/BBA/BA/B.Com (Tourism) | ₹2,500 |
| Certificate/Diploma/PG Diploma in Food Production, F&B Service, Housekeeping, Hotel Operations (Food Craft Institutes & IGNOU) | ₹1,500 |
- Stipends will be transferred through NEFT/RTGS to the intern’s bank account.
- No travel allowance or accommodation will be provided.
- Interns are responsible for arranging their own food and lodging.
Certificate
- The MP Tourism Board will issue a certificate upon successful completion of the internship.
- The completion report will be sent to the trainee’s institute.
Eligibility
Eligible Institutes
Applicants must be studying at one of the following:
- Institute of Hotel Management (IHM/SIHM)
- Food Craft Institutes (Government of India/Madhya Pradesh affiliated)
- Travel & Tourism Institutes (Government of India/Madhya Pradesh affiliated)
- Indian Institute of Forest Management
- Other institutes approved by the MP Tourism Board
Eligible Courses
- MBA/BBA/BA (Tourism) / B.Com (Tourism)
- B.Sc. in Hotel Management
- Diploma/Certificate in Food Production, F&B Service, Front Office, Housekeeping
- PG Diploma in Forest Management/Hotel Operations
- Tourism-related courses (Photography, Digital Marketing, Adventure Sports, Biodiversity, Tour Operators, etc.)
Application Process
Offline Application
The institute should send an official request with required documents to:
Deputy Director (Skill Development)
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board
6th Floor, Lily Trade Wing, Jehangirabad
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462008
Important: Applications must be submitted one month before the internship period.
Documents Required
- Bio-data (Resume)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Bonafide Certificate from the institute
- Original Request Letter (clearly defining the internship period)
- Photocopy of Last Semester Marksheet
- Internship Training Module & Subject (provided by the institute)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What responsibilities are expected from the trainees during the internship?
Interns must actively participate in training, follow guidelines, and complete assigned tasks in tourism/hospitality operations.
Q: How is the completion of training verified and reported?
The MP Tourism Board monitors trainee performance and sends completion reports to their institute.
Q: Will the MP Tourism Board issue a certificate?
Yes, upon successful completion, trainees will receive an official certificate from MPTB.
Q: Are there additional stipends based on specific training requirements?
Yes, stipends may be revised as per management decisions for specific training needs.
Q: How are stipends transferred to interns?
The stipend is directly credited to the trainee’s bank account via NEFT/RTGS.
Q: What is the expected code of conduct for interns?
Interns must follow professional conduct, maintain discipline, and adhere to MPTB’s ethical standards.
Q: Can students from institutes outside Madhya Pradesh apply?
Yes, students from approved institutes outside MP are eligible if their institute is recognized by the MP Tourism Board.
Q: What is the duration of the internship program?
The internship is 3 months, available in summer (May-July) and winter (Oct-Dec).
Q: Who conducts the selection process for the internship?
The MP Tourism Board evaluates applications based on institute recommendations and available seats.