Ministry of Culture internship 2026 — 20 seats, apply by 14 Oct

Ministry of Culture internship 2026 is the advertisement for engagement of 20 interns under the Ministry of Culture Internship Programme, published on 29 September 2026. Last date for applications to reach the Ministry — 14 October 2026. Apply by email to iaadb@gov.in. Detailed notice — culture.gov.in PDF.

What the Ministry of Culture actually does

The Ministry of Culture looks after India’s museums, archives, heritage sites and cultural programmes. For this window the interns support the India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale (IAADB) 2026-27. The Biennale runs from 4 December 2026 to 21 March 2027 at Purana Qila and other Delhi venues. Interns help with the preparation and day-to-day work of that event.

What kind of internship this is

This is a short-term paid internship, not a regular government job. Duration is two to six months on a rolling basis. Work is on-site in New Delhi at the Ministry or IAADB venues. You work under the Curatorial team of IAADB or an officer the Ministry names. Tasks include research support, exhibition coordination, installation help, visitor facilitation, public programming, documentation and stakeholder coordination.

Who should apply — and who should skip

Apply if you hold a graduate degree from a recognised university or institution. Any stream is accepted. Experience with government offices, museums, cultural organisations or international events is useful but not required. You must be able to stay in Delhi for the period you are engaged.

Skip if you need remote work, if you cannot arrange your own stay and travel in Delhi, or if someone asks you to pay a processing fee or application charge. The notice prints no fee. Also skip if you have not finished your graduation yet — the essential condition is a graduate degree.

Dates and fee

Available positions

Total vacancies — 20.

Educational qualifications

Selection

1. Send one email with your detailed CV, portfolio of work experience with certificates (if any), copies of educational qualifications and other supporting documents to iaadb@gov.in so that it reaches by 14 October 2026.
2. The Ministry reviews applications. Selected candidates are informed as per the rolling engagement.
3. Attendance is recorded by a designated member of the Curatorial team or an officer of the Ministry.
4. Leave is allowed only on medical grounds, not more than three days, and only with prior permission. If you break this rule the Ministry gives no extension and issues no experience certificate.

How to prepare (free, official)

• Official advertisement PDF on culture.gov.in
• Ministry of Culture vacancies page

How to apply without getting played

1. Download the official advertisement from the vacancies page on culture.gov.in and read every line.
2. Prepare a clear CV, scanned copies of your degree and marksheets, and a simple portfolio if you have relevant work.
3. Send one email only to iaadb@gov.in. Subject line can be Application for IAADB 2026 Internship or similar. Attach everything in one mail.
4. Do not pay any fee, token or processing charge. Official applications for this notice do not go through a paid portal.
5. Keep a copy of the sent email. The Ministry will contact selected candidates.

FAQs

What is the last date?
14 October 2026. Applications must reach the Ministry by that date.

Who can apply?
Anyone with a graduate degree from a recognised institution. Experience with museums or cultural work is desirable but not compulsory.

How many vacancies?
20 intern seats.

Where do I apply?
Email only to iaadb@gov.in. The vacancies page is on culture.gov.in.

What is the fee?
No application fee is printed on the notice.

Is the stipend monthly?
The notice lists remuneration of ₹20,000. Confirm the exact payment schedule on the official PDF before you join.

Can final-year students apply?
The essential condition printed is a graduate degree. If you have not yet received your degree, the notice does not open the window for you.

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