Over 1.18 lakh Students Secured Internships in Government Organizations for 2025-26
Over 1L students received internship in govt organisations in 2025-26: Min
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In the academic year 2025-26, over 1.18 lakh students in Odisha, India, participated in a six-week internship program organized by the higher education department. The initiative aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 and aims to enhance students' practical skills and employability through hands-on experience in various sectors.
- 01Internships were offered across government offices, educational institutions, health centres, and NGOs.
- 02Students will earn academic credits based on their performance, which will be recorded in the Academic Bank of Credits.
- 03The highest participation in internships came from Ganjam, Sundargarh, Mayurbhanj, Cuttack, and Balangir districts.
- 04The program aims to provide students with practical exposure to grassroots-level functioning and administrative processes.
- 05Certificates will be awarded to students upon completion of the internship.
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In the academic year 2025-26, over 1.18 lakh students from various institutions in Odisha, India, participated in a six-week internship program as part of their curriculum, as announced by Suryabanshi Suraj, the state's higher education minister. This initiative, mandated by the National Education Policy 2020 and University Grants Commission guidelines, requires undergraduate students to engage in internships and community service during their fourth semester. Internships were arranged in diverse settings including government offices, educational institutions, anganwadi centres, block offices, health centres, private organizations, and NGOs. Students will earn academic credits based on their attendance, presentations, weekly reports, and overall performance, which will be reflected in their Academic Bank of Credits. The minister highlighted that the highest participation rates were observed in Ganjam, Sundargarh, Mayurbhanj, Cuttack, and Balangir districts. This initiative not only aims to provide students with practical exposure but also enhances their understanding of how academic knowledge is applied in real-world settings, thereby improving their future employment prospects and entrepreneurial opportunities.
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This initiative will enhance students' practical skills and employability, preparing them for the job market and entrepreneurship.
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