The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is inviting applications for its Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) for September 2026. The two-week full-time internship will be conducted online from September 14 to September 25, 2026, and eligible students from across India can apply.
Internship Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) |
| Internship Type | Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) |
| Location | Online |
| Mode | Online |
| Eligibility | Eligible students from across India meeting the specified academic and age requirements |
| Duration | 2 weeks |
| Stipend | Rs. 2,000 |
| Practice Area | Human Rights |
| Application Deadline | August 19, 2026, by 6:00 PM |
| Application Process | Online application with required documents |
About the NHRC Online Short Term Internship
The NHRC Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) for September 2026 will commence on September 14 and continue until September 25, 2026.
The programme is open to eligible students from across the country. It is a full-time online internship, and students are expected to remain available during the prescribed working hours.
Eligibility
The internship is open to students meeting the following requirements:
- Students studying in the 3rd year and onwards of an integrated 5-year PG course.
- Students studying in the 3rd/final year of the graduation course.
- Students of any semester/year of any postgraduate degree course.
- Students of any semester/year of any postgraduate diploma course.
- Research scholars in any stream.
Applicants must also meet the following requirements:
- Minimum 60% marks in Class XII.
- Minimum 60% marks in the first four semesters of the graduation course/five-year integrated course.
- Applicants must clearly mention the calculated percentage from their CGPA/SGPA along with the formula used for calculating the percentage.
- Failure to provide the calculated percentage and formula may result in rejection of the application.
- The applicant should not be more than 28 years of age as of August 1, 2026.
Duration and Working Hours
The internship will be conducted for two weeks, from September 14 to September 25, 2026.
The working hours are 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
Mode of Internship
The internship will be conducted online.
It is a full-time programme from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Students should ensure their availability during these hours before applying.
Stipend and Certificate
Students who complete the internship will receive a stipend of Rs. 2,000.
A certificate of participation will also be awarded based on the prescribed requirements. Attendance, punctuality, discipline and participation in online sessions are mandatory.
Interns are also required to submit their project presentation, project reports and book review within the specified timelines.
Documents Required
The following documents are required with the application. Applications without the required documents will be rejected:
- Statement of Purpose (SoP): A 250-word write-up on the topic “Statement of Purpose (SoP) for joining NHRC Online Short Term Internship”.
- Marksheets: Self-attested scanned copies of marksheets from Class XII onwards, including marksheets of each year/semester of the course currently being pursued.
- Recommendation Letter: Scanned recommendation letter/email from the concerned HOD, Dean or Principal in the annexed proforma.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online via the application process specified by the NHRC.
The application must include the required documents, including the 250-word Statement of Purpose, marksheets and a recommendation letter.
Official Application Link: Not specified in the provided information.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply is August 19, 2026, by 6:00 PM.
Students interested in applying should complete the application and submit the required documents before the deadline.
Contact Information
For details regarding the internship, candidates may contact the NHRC at:
Phone: 011-24663283, 011-24663371
Contact Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on working days, Monday to Friday.
Official Notification
The official NHRC notification for the Online Short Term Internship Programme – September 2026 is available here:
