- 6-month paid internship with a ₹10,000 monthly stipend.
- Hands-on experience through live government projects in GovTech and digital governance.
- Mentorship from government, academia and industry experts.
- Chief Minister-signed certificate on successful completion of the internship.
- JAKEGA Department of IT Email Helpdesk: [email protected]
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| Name of Scheme | Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister's Digital Internship Programme 2026 (Batch-I) |
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| Mode of Apply | Online through cminternship.jk.gov.in |
Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview
The Chief Minister's Digital Internship Programme 2026 (Batch-I) is a flagship initiative of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir implemented by the Jammu & Kashmir e-Governance Agency (JaKeGA) under the Information Technology Department. The programme aims to build a skilled youth pipeline for GovTech and e-Governance while providing young people with practical experience by working on live problem statements from government departments.
Selected candidates will receive a six-month paid internship with a ₹10,000 monthly stipend, subject to satisfactory performance. The internship provides hands-on exposure to multiple technology and digital governance areas, including software and application development, data and artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, GIS, user experience, cloud and systems, process digitisation, project management and emerging technology domains.
To apply, candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility requirements, including Indian citizenship, J&K domicile, the specified age limit of 21 to 28 years and the required academic qualification and marks. Final-semester students can also apply by submitting the required institutional NOC. The programme is open to candidates from specified Computer Science and Information Technology-related academic backgrounds.
Selection will be based on merit through an interview-free selection process. Eligibility and academic screening carries 60% weightage, while a track-specific online or offline proctored assessment carries 40% weightage. JaKeGA will prepare a composite merit list and allocate departments based on merit rank and project availability. The Chief Minister Digital Internship selection process also allows up to 10 candidates to be shortlisted for each available internship position.
Eligible candidates can complete the Chief Minister Digital Internship Programme apply online process through cminternship.jk.gov.in. The Chief Minister Digital Internship registration will open on 17 August 2026 and close on 27 August 2026. The shortlist will be published by 18 September 2026, and the internship programme is scheduled to commence from 1 October 2026.
In addition to the Chief Minister Digital Internship stipend, interns will receive mentorship from experts from government, academia and industry. Successful interns will receive a certificate signed by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir after completing the internship and submitting the required report. The team developing the most impactful initiative or project may also receive the Best Intern Initiative Award.
Scheme Benefits
- Selected interns will receive a ₹10,000 monthly stipend, subject to satisfactory performance.
- Interns will get a six-month paid internship with practical work experience.
- Interns will work on live government problem statements and projects.
- Participants will gain exposure to GovTech, cybersecurity and digital services.
- Interns will receive mentorship from government, academia and industry experts.
- Successful interns will receive a certificate signed by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir.
- The team developing the most impactful project may receive the Best Intern Initiative Award.
Internship Areas and Domains
The Chief Minister's Digital Internship Programme 2026 will offer internships across multiple technology and digital governance domains. Interns will work on live government problem statements and gain practical experience under the guidance of assigned mentors.
Key Internship Areas
- Software Development / GovApps
- Data Analytics & AI/ML
- Cybersecurity / VAPT Support / Compliance
- GIS & Remote Sensing, wherever applicable
- UI/UX & Citizen Experience
- Cloud/DevOps & Systems
- e-Office / Process Digitization & Documentation
- IT Project Management & Quality Assurance
Emerging Technology Domains
The programme may also include emerging technology areas based on departmental requirements and evolving digital governance priorities. These include:
- Blockchain and Web 3.0 technologies
- Digital Forensics and Application Security
- Cloud Infrastructure and National Digital Infrastructure (NKN/SWAN)
- Mobile Application Development
- Public Policy, Digital Economy and Technology Governance
- Content Development, Graphic Design and Digital Communication Support
The internship domain will depend on departmental requirements and the available internship tracks. Department allocation will be made according to merit rank and project availability.
Eligibility Requirements
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen and a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
- The applicant must be between 21 and 28 years of age at the time of application.
- The applicant must have a B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science or Information Technology.
- Applicants with an MCA or M.Sc. in Computer Science/Information Technology are also eligible.
- The applicant must have secured at least 70% marks in the last qualifying degree or a cumulative 70% in all previous semesters.
- Final-semester students can apply by submitting a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their academic institution.
- The applicant must have completed the qualifying degree within the last two years or be currently studying in the final year.
- The applicant must be enrolled in or have graduated from a recognised university or institution.
- Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection. Candidates will be selected based on merit and programme requirements.
Required Documents
- 10th Class Certificate
- 12th Class Certificate
- Mark sheet of the highest qualification or semester transcripts
- Recommendation Letter or No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by the Head of Department or Principal of the concerned academic institution, for candidates currently pursuing their degree
- Domicile Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Statement of Purpose (SoP)
Steps to Apply
The Chief Minister Digital Internship Programme apply online process is the only route available for Batch-I, there is no offline application mode under this scheme. Follow these steps to complete your Chief Minister Digital Internship registration on cminternship.jk.gov.in:
- Visit the official Chief Minister Digital Internship Programme portal, once it opens for registration on 17th August 2026.
- Complete the online registration by providing the personal, academic and other details required in the application form.
- After succcessful registration, login with Emailm Mobile Number, and Password.
- Fill in the online application form with your educational qualifications, course details, and contact information.
- Upload the required documents as prompted on the portal.
- Review your application carefully and submit it online by 27 August 2026.
- Keep checking the portal and your registered contact details for shortlisting updates.
- If shortlisted, appear for the Online/Offline Proctored Assessment as intimated by JaKeGA.
- Check the official portal for the final list of selected candidates once it is published.
Chief Minister Digital Internship Selection Process
The Chief Minister Digital Internship selection process will be merit-based and interview-free. The selection will be conducted in three stages, with the final merit determined from the scores obtained in academic screening and the track-specific assessment.
Stage 1: Eligibility and Academic Screening
This stage will carry 60% weightage. The authorities will assess candidates based on eligibility, academic performance, relevance of their discipline and recognised certifications. Applicants may also be required to submit a Statement of Purpose (SoP) explaining their interest, specialisation and expected learning outcomes.
Stage 2: Track-Specific Proctored Assessment
This stage will carry 40% weightage. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a secure and time-bound online or offline proctored assessment based on their selected internship track. The assessment may be conducted through online proctored platforms or designated centres such as NIELIT.
Stage 3: Composite Merit List and Department Allocation
JaKeGA will prepare the final merit list by combining the scores from Stage 1 and Stage 2. Candidates will then be allocated departments based on their merit rank and the availability of projects. The merit list will be published on the designated internship portal.
To maintain a competitive selection process, candidates will be shortlisted for the track-specific assessment in a maximum ratio of 1:10 against the available internship positions. This means up to 10 eligible candidates may be shortlisted for each available internship position.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
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| Online application starts | 17 August 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 27 August 2026 |
| Publication of shortlisted applicants | By 18 September 2026 |
| Internship Programme commences | 1 October 2026 |
The track-specific online/offline proctored assessment for shortlisted candidates will be conducted as part of the selection process. The notification does not specify a separate date for the assessment in the activity schedule.
Relevant Links
- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Digital Internship Programme New Registration.
- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Digital Internship Programme Applicant Login.
- Jammu and Kashmir CM Digital Internship Programme 2026 Notification.
- Jammu and Kashmir CM Internship Portal.
- Jammu and Kashmir E- Governance Agency Portal
Contact Information
- J&K Chief Minister Digital Internship Programme Phone Number
- 0191-2572733
- 9797446565
- 9419021280
- JAKEGA Department of IT Email Helpdesk: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
The internship will continue for 6 months.
Selected interns will receive a ₹10,000 monthly stipend, subject to satisfactory performance certified by the Supervisor or Mentor.
Indian citizens who are domiciles of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and are aged 21 to 28 years can apply if they meet the prescribed educational and academic requirements.
Yes. Final-semester students can apply by submitting a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their academic institution.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the dedicated internship portal, cminternship.jk.gov.in.
Online registration will start on 17 August 2026 and the last date to submit the application is 27 August 2026.
The Chief Minister's Digital Internship Programme 2026 is scheduled to commence on 1 October 2026.
Yes. JaKeGA will issue a certificate signed by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir after successful completion of the internship and submission and acceptance of the required report.
It carries forward the same implementing agency (JaKeGA) and the same ₹10,000 monthly stipend as the 2022 scheme, but it is not simply a renamed continuation. The 2026 programme adds materially new conditions, a Jammu and Kashmir domicile requirement, a 21-28 year age limit, a higher 70% minimum marks criterion (up from 60% earlier), a wider document list, and a formal three-stage, interview-free selection process. It is best understood as a significantly updated relaunch of the earlier scheme, not an identical continuation.
Candidates are shortlisted for the track-specific assessment at a maximum ratio of 1:10 against the number of available internship positions — that is, up to 10 candidates may be shortlisted per open position, based on eligibility screening and academic merit in Stage 1.
No. The official guidelines state clearly that the internship shall neither be treated as employment, nor shall it confer any right or assurance of future employment with JaKeGA.
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