Students pursuing law in the last two years of their degree course, law graduates, students pursuing post-graduation in law, research scholars in law, and students pursuing post-graduation courses like MBA/MSW/MSc/MA from recognized universities or institutions within India or abroad are eligible to apply.

The objective is to provide an opportunity for interns to learn about the EPFO's functioning, departmental policy issues, and contribute to policy/legislation formulation through empirical analysis, briefing reports, policy papers, etc. However, the internship does not guarantee a job in the EPFO.

The internship can range from a minimum period of 2 months to a maximum period of 6 months.

Yes, selected interns will be paid a stipend of ₹8,000 per month for the duration of the internship, upon certification from the officer they are attached to.

Applicants must submit the prescribed application form via email to rc.hrm@epfindia.gov.in. Soft copies of mark sheets, certificates, and other documentary proofs do not need to be sent with the application.

The guidelines do not mention any specific age limit for applicants.

Yes, interns are required to furnish a declaration of secrecy to the EPFO before reporting for the internship.

EPFO will provide interns with working space, a computer with internet facility, and other necessities as deemed fit by the concerned divisional head.

The engagement of interns, up to a maximum of 10, will be carried out with the approval of the Central Provident Fund Commissioner. The placement will be decided by the Commissioner based on suitability and requirement in the concerned division.

Interns will be required to present a report/paper on the assigned subject to the head of the division at the end of the internship.

Yes, interns will receive a certificate on satisfactory completion of the internship and submission of their report/paper, evaluated by the concerned head of the division.

During the selection process, applicants will need to provide a copy of documentary proofs of identity (such as passport, Aadhar Card, etc.), curriculum vitae, and self-attested certificates/mark sheets/transcripts for all the mentioned accomplishments.

Yes, a letter of recommendation from the head of the institution where the applicant is studying is required on the official stationery of the institution.

Yes, a no objection certificate from the university/institution is required if the internship is to be pursued in parallel with an ongoing course.

The application must be submitted via email to rc.hrm@epfindia.gov.in.

The letter of recommendation should include particulars of the applicant, such as the course being pursued, enrollment/roll number, batch/year of the course, and the duration of internship required. It should also briefly indicate the personal characteristics and suitability for pursuing the internship in EPFO.

Interns will be provided with working space, a computer with internet facility, and other necessary support as deemed fit by the concerned divisional head.

Interns will be attached to an officer in a division/department/wing of the EPFO, as decided by the Central Provident Fund Commissioner.