Mobile app launched for PM Internship Scheme in India

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a new mobile app to support the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme. The app will help young people in India apply for paid internships at top 500 companies. The scheme was announced in the 2024-25 Budget. It aims to provide 10 million internships over the next five years. Each internship lasts for 12 months and offers financial support. The program is designed to benefit students from smaller cities and less prestigious colleges, giving them important industry experience. The pilot version started in October 2024 and has already created over 118,000 internship openings in its second phase. There are various positions available for different educational backgrounds, including ITI holders and graduates. Opportunities span several sectors such as banking, information technology, automobiles, and hospitality. The new app makes it easier to register for internships. It features referral rewards and a personalized dashboard to help users manage their applications.