Police Internship Scheme
The scheme aims to familiarize meritorious students with police functioning and promote research in law enforcement by providing selected students a six-week internship in district police stations under official supervision.
About This Scheme
Benefits
Professional Exposure:
Interns gain firsthand experience of police administration, law enforcement, investigation procedures, and public dealing.
Research Opportunity:
Each intern submits an analytical research paper of 3,000 words on an approved topic related to policing.
Certification:
A Police Internship Certificate is awarded upon successful completion by the respective unit head (Superintendent of Police).
Supervised Training:
Each intern is placed under the supervision of at least a Sub-Inspector or higher-ranking officer, who mentors and evaluates daily work.
Practical Learning:
Interns maintain a daily duty record, authenticated by their supervising officer the following day.
Placement Structure:
Large police stations (in Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Gwalior): 2–3 interns
Medium police stations: 1 intern
Mode and Duration:
Internship duration: 6 weeks (June 1–July 12)
Mode: Full-time, in-person at designated police stations.
Honorarium:
The scheme is unpaid. No salary or stipend is provided. Lodging and food arrangements must be made by the interns themselves.
Disciplinary Provisions:
No leave is permitted during the internship period. Lack of interest or misconduct may result in termination by the Superintendent of Police.
Required Documents
- ✦Passport-Size Photograph
- ✦Educational Qualification Certificates
- ✦Previous Internship/Research/Publications
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government