Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of India’s foreign policy and diplomatic work? The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Internship Programme 2026–27 (Term II) gives young scholars an opportunity to experience the work of India’s foreign affairs ministry from its headquarters in New Delhi.
Quick Facts: MEA Internship Programme
- Opportunity Type: Government Internship
- Host Organization: Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
- Location: New Delhi, India
- Mode: In-person
- Duration: Term II, 2026–27
- Nationality: Indian citizens only
- Age Limit: 25 years or younger as of December 31 of the award year
- Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing the final year of an undergraduate/postgraduate programme where an internship is mandatory
- Work Experience: No specific prior work experience requirement stated
- Field: Foreign Policy, International Relations, Diplomacy, Public Policy
- Monthly Stipend: ₹10,000
- Travel Support: Reimbursement for one round-trip economy airfare between New Delhi and the candidate’s domicile state capital or university
- Application Fee: ₹0
- Hidden Charges: No application or registration fee
- Accommodation: Not covered; interns are responsible for their own accommodation and living expenses in Delhi
- Application Deadline: September 27, 2026
What Will You Get to Experience?
Selected interns get exposure to the functioning of the Ministry of External Affairs, including India’s foreign-policy environment, international relations and diplomatic operations.
The internship can provide an opportunity to understand how policy work is carried out within one of India’s key government ministries.
What Is Funded?
The programme provides:
- ₹10,000 monthly stipend
- One round-trip economy airfare reimbursement between New Delhi and the eligible home/university location
Who Can Apply?
You need to:
- Be an Indian citizen
- Be 25 or younger as of December 31 of the award year
- Either hold a bachelor’s degree or be in the final year of an undergraduate/postgraduate programme where an internship is mandatory
Official Application Portal
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