Nirmala Sitharaman launches app for Prime Minister's Internship Scheme

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched a mobile app for the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme on March 17, 2025. The app features easy registration, a personalized dashboard, and real-time alerts for internship opportunities. The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme aims to provide one crore youth with internships in top companies over five years. A pilot project started in October 2024, offering 1.25 lakh internships with financial support for participants. The scheme targets individuals aged 21 to 24 who are not in full-time education or employment. Interns will receive monthly financial assistance and companies will contribute to training costs.