Legal Internship at Ministry of Power, New Delhi [Stipend ₹5k; 6 Weeks] – Apply by April 10!

About the Ministry of Power

The Ministry of Power is the apex body for the electrical energy sector in India. Its Legal Cell handles the implementation of the Electricity Act, 2003, drafts national power policies, and manages litigation involving central power utilities. This internship offers a rare look into Energy Law and the regulatory mechanisms of the Government of India.

About the Internship Opportunity

The Legal Internship Scheme is designed to provide law students and recent graduates with practical exposure to the Ministry's legal and policy work. Interns are expected to assist in drafting rules, researching regulatory reforms, and preparing briefs for court cases and committee meetings.

Eligibility Criteria

The Ministry maintains strict academic requirements:

• LLB Students: Must have completed/appeared in 2nd-year exams with at least 80% in Class 12.
• LLM/PhD Students: Must have completed/appeared in 1st-year/2nd-semester with 70% in their preceding degree.
• Recent Graduates: Eligible within 6 months of graduation with at least 70% aggregate marks.
• Skills: Exceptional command over English and legal drafting is a prerequisite.

Internship Details

• Duration: Minimum 6 weeks; Maximum 6 months.
• Mode: On-site (Physical) at Shram Shakti Bhawan, New Delhi.
• Stipend: ₹5,000 per month (subject to successful completion and submission of a final report).
• Selection: Based on academic merit and the quality of the Statement of Purpose.

Application Procedure

According to the official brochure, applications must be sent via email to the Admn.I Section of the Ministry.

1. Application Window: 1st to 10th of every month.
2. Advance Notice: You must apply at least two months in advance of your preferred starting month.
3. Required Documents (Single PDF):
   • Updated CV/Resume.
   • Statement of Purpose (SoP): Maximum 500 words.
   • Bonafide Certificate: From your Head of Department/Principal.
   • Mark-sheets: From Class 12 onwards.
   • Identity Proof: Scanned copy of a valid photo ID and signature.
4. Email to: admn1-mop@nic.in
5. Subject Line: "Application for Legal Internship - [Your Name] - [Preferred Month]"

Contact

For further clarification, candidates may refer to the official notification on the Ministry of Power Website.

Good luck with your application!

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