The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has officially launched its Internship Scheme 2025, offering students a valuable opportunity to gain real-time work experience in one of India’s most advanced technology-driven government organisations. This internship is ideal for students from technical, management, legal, and research backgrounds who wish to build a career in niche domains like cybersecurity, application development, digital identity systems, public policy, data privacy, and more.
📌 About UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) was established under the Aadhaar Act 2016 and functions under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
UIDAI manages the complete Aadhaar lifecycle including:
Enrolment & authentication
Technology development
Data security & identity protection
Policy creation related to the Aadhaar ecosystem
An internship at UIDAI provides exposure to real-time projects related to technology, law, management, cybersecurity, AI, and public systems.
🎯 Purpose of the UIDAI Internship
The UIDAI Internship Scheme aims to:
Provide students first-hand exposure to real government projects
Allow interns to work with senior mentors
Encourage academic research and innovation
Support UIDAI with fresh ideas and analytical support
Help students build strong career prospects in niche domains
Indian citizens fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply.
📘 UIDAI Internship 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Students must have minimum 60% marks (GPA 6/10) in previous semesters.
1️⃣ Technical Graduates (B.Tech / BE / B.Design / B.Graphic)
Final or Pre-final year students
OR Graduates who passed within the last six months
Stipend: ₹30,000 per month
2️⃣ Technical Postgraduates (M.Tech / ME / MCA / M.Des / Information Design)
Final or Pre-final year students
OR Postgraduates passed within last six months
Stipend: ₹40,000 per month
3️⃣ Other Fields – Graduate Students
Fields: Legal, Commerce, Accounts, Finance, Mass Communication, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, etc.
Final exam appeared OR graduated within past six months
Stipend: ₹20,000 per month
4️⃣ Other Fields – Postgraduates (MBA/PGDM etc.)
Final exam appeared OR passed recently
Stipend: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month
5️⃣ PhD / Research Scholars
Domains: AI, Machine Learning, Cyber Law, Data Privacy, Blockchain, Cloud, Quantum Computing, Public Policy, etc.
Must be registered at a recognized Indian institution
Recommendation from PhD supervisor required
Stipend:
Technical fields: ₹50,000 per month
Other fields: ₹40,000 per month
⚠️ Applicants must apply within 6 months of their final result declaration.
📅 Internship Duration
Minimum: 6 weeks
Maximum: 12 months Interns must complete the full duration to receive the certificate.
📍 Internship Locations
Interns will work at one of the following UIDAI offices:
Technology Centre – Bengaluru
UIDAI Head Office – New Delhi
Regional Offices
State Offices
💰 Stipend Details – UIDAI Internship 2025
Category
Field
Stipend
Technical Graduate
Technical
₹30,000
Technical Postgraduate
Technical
₹40,000
MBA/PGDM
Other
₹40,000
Graduate (Non-Tech)
Other
₹20,000
Postgraduate (Non-Tech)
Other
₹30,000
PhD (Tech)
Technical
₹50,000
PhD (Other)
Other
₹40,000
Note: PhD candidates already receiving fellowship will get only the gap amount.
📝 How to Apply for UIDAI Internship 2025
Eligible students can apply in two ways:
✔️ 1. Online Application (when notified)
UIDAI may release an online form through their website.
✔️ 2. Email Application
Students can send their CV + supporting documents to the respective UIDAI centres mentioned in Annexure-E. (UIDAI will specify the email addresses during notification.)
Important Requirements:
Students currently enrolled must submit a sponsorship/NOC from their institution.
Pass-out students do not need an NOC.
Selected candidates must submit the original NOC before joining (if applicable).
📊 Selection Process
Selection will be conducted by the respective UIDAI office:
Screening of applications
Personal or virtual interview (if required)
No TA/DA for interviews
Final selection by DDG (Deputy Director General)
👥 Number of Interns per Year
UIDAI Head Office Divisions: 4 each
Regional Offices: 5 each
Technology Centre: 30
State Offices: 2 each
🖥️ Facilities & Requirements
Intern must arrange their own accommodation & transport
Must bring their own laptop
Limited desktop access may be provided depending on the project
Internet access based on UIDAI policies
📑 Internship Report & Certificate
At the end of the internship, interns must:
Submit a project report
Submit a No-Demand Certificate
Obtain approval from the reporting officer
UIDAI will issue an Experience Certificate upon satisfactory completion.
⚠️ Code of Conduct
Interns must:
Maintain strict confidentiality
Sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
Not interact with media
Not represent UIDAI in public forums
Not engage with third-party vendors without approval
🔚 Internship Termination
UIDAI can terminate the internship with 15 days’ notice if:
The intern shows lack of interest
Violates confidentiality
Fails to follow instructions
🔍 UIDAI Internship 2025 – Why You Should Apply
This internship is perfect for students aiming for careers in:
✔️ Cybersecurity ✔️ Software development ✔️ Digital identity systems ✔️ Blockchain & AI ✔️ Legal research ✔️ Data analytics ✔️ Public policy ✔️ Management & administration
You get access to highly experienced mentors, real government projects, and a strong resume boost.
