Scheme of Internship for Post-Graduate/Research Students
Ministry Of Statistics and Programme Implementation
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Overview
MoSPI is implementing the scheme of Internship for Post-graduate/Research Students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operations Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied field of Statistics of recognized Universities//Institutions.
Details
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation MoSPI is implementing a scheme of Internship for Post-graduate/Research Students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/Operations Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics of recognized Universities/Institutions during 2023-24. The scheme is as follows: Aim, Objectives & Scope 1. To facilitate the students pursuing post-graduate/research in statistics to study and get familiarized with the prevailing system of Official Statistics in the Country. 1. To familiarize the interested and willing post-graduate/research students with the Official Statistical System of the Country, with specific reference to data collection, processing & analysis, publication and dissemination needs. 1. To create awareness amongst the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ OperationsResearch/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about the Indian Statistical Service and Subordinate Statistical Service. 1. To sensitize the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about choosing their career in the field of Statistics. Number of Internships The total available number of internships during 2023-24 would be 193.
Exclusions
• If any intern leaves or discontinues the internship in between, that is, before the completion of two months, he/she will not be entitled to any stipend/certificate.
• The award of internship to the applicant is not and cannot be construed as any kind of job or assurances for any job in the Government of India.
Definitions
Definition 1
Benefits
• > **Remuneration**
• A token **stipend of ₹10,000/- (consolidated) @ ₹5,000/- per month** would be paid to the selected intern on successful completion of his /her internship, at the end of the internship period. 1. Stipend to interns would be transferred directly into their bank account only through electronic mode of funds transfer/Aadhaar Payments Bridge(APB)/Aadhaar Enabled Payment System(AEPS) by selection points and no cash payments would be made.
• Selected candidates should submit their bank account details after joining the internship.
• A **Certificate** will be issued to the successful interns, upon completion of the internship, by the respective offices where they are attached. 1. The students opting for NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices will be paid an additional amount of ₹250/- per day, so as to enable them to undertake **Field Visits** if required, which should not exceed a maximum of 10 days in the entire period of 2 months of internship.
• > **Facilities**
• To facilitate the interns in the pursuit of their assignment, internship offices/centers would try their best to provide a **minimum logistics support i.e. office space, with intercom facility and computer, with internet facility etc.** However, interns may have to bring their own laptops if the situation demands so. 1. For study material, the intern will have **access to the literature available in the Library/Office** and can interact with the concerned Division(s)/Officer through the guide, with whom they would be attached. Internship Centers will designate a guide/nodal officer for each intern allocated to them.
• **NOTE:-**
• No Travelling Allowance or Daily allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
• The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport etc.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India and;
2. He/She must be pursuing post-graduation/research from a recognized College/University/Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/Operational Research/Economics/Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
3. **Note:-**
4. The internship will be for a period of 2 months from the date of joining.
5. Each intern/student shall be required to submit report/paper (along with soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
Required Documents
• Passport Sized Photograph
• Proof of Identity
• Duly filled in and signed/attested application form.
• Proof of the Latest Educational Qualification (Marksheets of the last 3 years)
• Self-attested copy of Identity Card issued during PG Course/Research or any other document showing that the applicant is Post Graduate/Research Student of Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Operations Research/ Economics/Demography or any of the applied field of Statistics.
• If not given on the application form itself, then a No-Objection Letter from the Institute/Head of Department where the applicant is pursuing study indicating the status of study (Class, Year, University etc.) shall be required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Are The Objectives Of The "Scheme Of Internship For Post-Graduate/Research Students By MoSPI"?
A: Aim, Objectives & Scope
To facilitate the students pursuing post-graduate/research in statistics to study and get familiarized with the prevailing system of Official Statistics in the Country.
To familiarize the interested and willing post-graduate/research students with the Official Statistical System of the Country, with specific reference to data collection, processing & analysis, publication and dissemination needs.
To create awareness amongst the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ OperationsResearch/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about the Indian Statistical Service and Subordinate Statistical Service.
To sensitize the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about choosing their career in the field of Statistics.
Q: How Many Total Slots Are There In This Internship Scheme?
A: The total available number of internships during 2023-24 would be 193.
Q: Will The Amount Of The Token Stipend Be Paid As A Lump Sum Or In Installments?
A: A token stipend of [?]10,000/- (consolidated) @ [?]5,000/- per month would be paid to the selected intern on successful completion of his /her internship, at the end of the internship period.
Q: Will The Amount Of The Stipend Be Paid In Cash?
A: The stipend to interns would be transferred directly into their bank account only through electronic mode of funds transfer/ Aadhaar Payments Bridge (APB)/ Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS) by selection points.
Q: Will The Certificate Of Completion Be Paid To All The Interns?
A: The Certificate will be issued to the successful interns, upon completion of the internship, by the respective offices where they are attached.
Q: Will MoSPI Pay Travelling Allowance Or Daily Allowance To The Interns?
A: No Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
Q: Are There Any Arrangements For Lodging And Boarding Of The Interns?
A: The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport etc.
Q: Does This Internship Program Include Field Visits? If Yes, What Shall Be Its Duration?
A: The students opting for NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices will be paid an additional amount of [?]250/- per day, so as to enable them to undertake Field Visits if required, which should not exceed a maximum of 10 days in the entire period of 2 months of internship.
Q: What Additional Facilities Will Be Provided To The Interns?
A: To facilitate the interns in the pursuit of their assignment, internship offices/centers would try their best to provide a minimum logistics support i.e. office space, with intercom facility and computer, with internet facility etc. However, interns may have to bring their own laptops if the situation demands so.
Q: Will The Interns Have Access To The Office Library?
A: For study material, the intern will have access to the literature available in the Library/Office and can interact with the concerned Division(s)/Officer through the guide, with whom they would be attached. Internship Centers will designate a guide/nodal officer for each intern allocated to them.
Q: What Should Be The Educational Stream Of The Intern?
A: The applicant should be pursuing his/her post-graduation/research from a recognized College/ University/ Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
Q: What Types Of Outputs Are Expected From The Interns?
A: Each intern/student shall be required to submit a report/paper (along with a soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a citizen of India and;
He/She must be pursuing post-graduation/research from a recognized College/University/Research institute in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/Operational Research/Economics/Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics.
**Note:-**
The internship will be for a period of 2 months from the date of joining.
Each intern/student shall be required to submit report/paper (along with soft copy) at the end of the assignment, including inter-alia, his/her observations and suggestions, if any, regarding any possible improvement in the system.
Benefits
> **Remuneration**
A token **stipend of ₹10,000/- (consolidated) @ ₹5,000/- per month** would be paid to the selected intern on successful completion of his /her internship, at the end of the internship period. 1. Stipend to interns would be transferred directly into their bank account only through electronic mode of funds transfer/Aadhaar Payments Bridge(APB)/Aadhaar Enabled Payment System(AEPS) by selection points and no cash payments would be made.
Selected candidates should submit their bank account details after joining the internship.
A **Certificate** will be issued to the successful interns, upon completion of the internship, by the respective offices where they are attached. 1. The students opting for NSSO (FOD) Zonal/Regional Offices will be paid an additional amount of ₹250/- per day, so as to enable them to undertake **Field Visits** if required, which should not exceed a maximum of 10 days in the entire period of 2 months of internship.
> **Facilities**
To facilitate the interns in the pursuit of their assignment, internship offices/centers would try their best to provide a **minimum logistics support i.e. office space, with intercom facility and computer, with internet facility etc.** However, interns may have to bring their own laptops if the situation demands so. 1. For study material, the intern will have **access to the literature available in the Library/Office** and can interact with the concerned Division(s)/Officer through the guide, with whom they would be attached. Internship Centers will designate a guide/nodal officer for each intern allocated to them.
**NOTE:-**
No Travelling Allowance or Daily allowance etc. will be paid by the Ministry for joining the place of internship allotted to them or after the completion of the internship.
The selected candidates have to make their own arrangements for their lodging, boarding and transport etc.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Passport Sized Photograph |
| 2 | Proof of Identity |
| 3 | Duly filled in and signed/attested application form. |
| 4 | Proof of the Latest Educational Qualification (Marksheets of the last 3 years) |
| 5 | Self-attested copy of Identity Card issued during PG Course/Research or any other document showing that the applicant is Post Graduate/Research Student of Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Operations Research/ Economics/Demography or any of the applied f |
| 6 | If not given on the application form itself, then a No-Objection Letter from the Institute/Head of Department where the applicant is pursuing study indicating the status of study (Class, Year, University etc.) shall be required. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Aim, Objectives & Scope To facilitate the students pursuing post-graduate/research in statistics to study and get familiarized with the prevailing system of Official Statistics in the Country. To familiarize the interested and willing post-graduate/research students with the Official Statistical System of the Country, with specific reference to data collection, processing & analysis, publication and dissemination needs. To create awareness amongst the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ OperationsResearch/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about the Indian Statistical Service and Subordinate Statistical Service. To sensitize the students of Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Operational Research/ Economics/ Demography or any of the applied fields of Statistics about choosing their career in the field of Statistics.