National Renewable Energy Internship Scheme 2025: Apply Online

The National Renewable Energy Internship (NREI) Scheme, launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), provides valuable internship opportunities for students and professionals in various fields such as Engineering, Science, Management, Law, and Renewable Energy. These internships offer insights into the Ministry’s functioning, its programs, and policies, particularly in the renewable energy sector. Interns are expected to contribute by analyzing and generating reports or policy papers that align with the Ministry’s objectives.

Purpose of the Scheme:

The purpose of the NREI Scheme is to:

  • Improve students’ knowledge of the renewable energy industry.
  • Assist in the development of policy studies and project reports on renewable energy.
  • Make students pursue a career in renewable energy by providing practical exposure to the sector.
  • Develop inter-institutional work among the Ministry, national, and foreign research institutions and organizations.

Eligibility:

  • The applicant should be pursuing a graduate or post-graduate degree course in Engineering/ Management/ Law/ Science stream/Renewable Energy in a recognized University/institution within India or abroad.
  • The applicant should be working in the Renewable Energy area in National, International, and Non-Governmental Institutes/organisations.

NOTE: MNRE will have the power to relax any of the above conditions mentioned, in respect of any deserving candidate.

Benefits:

Stipend : A stipend amount of ₹ 15,000/- per month will be provided for physical internships only.

NOTE: For virtual internships, the stipend will not be provided.

Certificate of Internship : Certificates will be issued to the interns on satisfactory completion of their internship and evaluation of their Report/Paper by the concerned.

Logistic Support : MNRE shall provide them with internet facilities and other necessities as deemed fit by the concerned Heads for physical internship.

NOTE: Interns will be required to have their own Laptops. They shall also make their own lodging and boarding arrangements.

Internship Duration:

  • The internship can last between 2 to 6 months. The duration is non-extendable, and interns are not allowed to repeat their internship.

Application Process:

  1. Step 1: Visit the official MNRE website and fill out the online application form.

  2. Step 2: Complete the necessary sections in the form, attach required documents, and submit the application.

  3. Step 3:

    • Ensure you specify your area of interest (MNRE’s priority research areas can be accessed on the website).
    • Applications can be submitted once every six months: typically in July and January.
  4. Step 4: Applications are scrutinized by the Selection Committee, and selected candidates are notified via the MNRE website.

Documents Required:

  1. Aadhaar Card
  2. Passport-sized Photograph
  3. Proof of Academic Qualifications (Degree/Marksheet)
  4. Letter from Institution (Supervisor/Principal)
  5. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Institution
  6. Proof of Identity and Address
  7. Bank Details for stipend disbursement

Selection Process:

  1. All applications are scrutinized by the Selection Committee.
  2. Based on merit, a shortlist of candidates is made.
  3. Selected candidates are notified and required to submit any additional documents if necessary.
  4. Interns are attached to specific MNRE Divisions based on their interest areas and the Ministry’s requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q1: The internship stipend is how much?
For physical internships, interns receive ₹15,000 a month; virtual internships are not paid for with any stipend.
Q2: Applications for this internship are open to who?
Students enrolled in graduate or post-graduate studies in engineering, management, law, science, or renewable energy as well as professionals engaged with renewable energy qualify.
Q3: The internship spans what length?
A3: The two to six month internship term is not prolonged.
Q4: Is there compensated internship?
A4: Physical internship doers receive ₹15,000 every month. Virtual internships are not accompanied by a payment.
Q5: Annually, what number of interns are chosen?
A5: Twenty interns at most are selected yearly.
Q6: When may I start the internship?
Applications are received twice a year, in July and January.
Q7: Are applicants qualified from among schoolchildren?
A7: The internship is open to professionals already working in the renewable energy sector as well as undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate students.
Q8: Is guaranteed placement in MNRE by the internship?
A8: The internship does not guarantee employment or placement in Minnesota RE.
Q9: Throughout the internship will MNRE help me?
A9: For physical internships, there are indeed online tools and other logistical support accessible.
Q10: At the end, do I get a certificate?
A10: Should your internship be successfully completed, you will receive a Certificate of Internment.

Sources and References:

  • Official MNRE Website
  • Internship Guidelines
  • Application Form

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