The Indian Army Northern Command IAIP internship 2026-27 is open until 5 November 2026. It runs for 75 days (15 online + 60 physical) starting 1 December 2026, pays a total ₹75,000 stipend (₹30,000 a month), and is based at Udhampur, Srinagar or Leh. Apply only on the AICTE National Internship Portal under the Indian Army dashboard: internship.aicte-india.org/dashboards/indianarmy.
AICTE National Internship Portal (Indian Army section)
Fee
None
About the organisation
Northern Command is one of the Indian Army’s operational commands. It covers the northern sector, including high-altitude areas. The internship is part of the Indian Army Internship Programme (IAIP) 2026-27. The goal is to let students work on technology problems that matter for defence readiness.
Nature of the role
You spend the first 15 days on online learning, then 60 days on site. Work covers practical projects in defence technology. Domains include cyber security and ethical hacking, artificial intelligence and machine learning, quantum computing and cryptography, drones and unmanned aerial vehicles, robotics and autonomous systems, space and satellite technologies, advanced weapon systems and defence electronics, 5G/6G communication, financial technology, mass communication, and Mandarin interpretation.
The exact project and location are assigned after selection. Police verification is required before you join. You must be available for the full 75 days.
Who can apply
Students currently enrolled in UG, PG or research programmes at recognised institutions.
Strong fit for engineering, computer science, electronics, data science, cybersecurity, or related technical branches.
Some roles open to management, mass communication or language students (check the portal listing).
You must clear police verification and maintain attendance as required for the stipend.
Who should skip
Anyone who cannot stay for the full 75 days.
Students whose college will not issue a No Objection Certificate or allow the absence.
Anyone looking for a remote-only or short certificate internship.
Applicants who cannot clear police verification.
Dates and stipend
Application window
Open now — closes 5 November 2026
Internship start
1 December 2026
Structure
15 days online + 60 days physical
Monthly stipend
₹30,000
Total for 75 days
₹75,000 (paid after completion, subject to attendance)
Available positions
No category-wise vacancy split is printed in the public announcement. Seats are listed project-wise on the AICTE portal under the Indian Army section. Apply only after reading the specific listing for eligibility and remaining seats.
Defence technology internship — ₹75,000 total
Eligibility
Enrolled UG/PG/research student in a relevant discipline.
Available for the full programme.
Able to clear police verification.
Educational qualifications
Eligibility is project-specific on the AICTE portal. Most technical roles expect students from AICTE-approved or recognised programmes in computer science, electronics, information technology, data science, cybersecurity or allied engineering. Non-technical domains (mass communication, Mandarin, fintech) may accept other enrolled students. Always check the exact listing before you apply.
Selection stages
Register and create a profile on the AICTE National Internship Portal.
Find and apply to the Northern Command / IAIP listing under the Indian Army dashboard.
Shortlisting based on the application and project requirements.
Search for Northern Command or the 2026-27 IAIP listings.
Read the specific project eligibility, location and remaining seats.
Submit the application before 5 November 2026.
Keep your college NOC and documents ready for verification.
FAQs
What is the last date? 5 November 2026.
How much is the stipend? ₹30,000 per month, total ₹75,000 for the 75-day period, paid after completion subject to attendance rules.
Where will I work? Physical phase at Udhampur, Srinagar or Leh. The first 15 days are online.
Is there an application fee? No.
Can I choose the location? The announcement lists three locations. Preference and final posting are decided by the Army.
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