Nirmala Sitharaman Launches PM Internship Scheme Mobile App to Boost Youth Employment
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of PMIS Mobile App by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman |
| Date & Location | Monday, New Delhi |
| Purpose | To enhance accessibility to internships under the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme |
| Key Features of PMIS App | - User-friendly interface, - Aadhaar-based registration, - Real-time updates, - Effortless navigation |
| PM Internship Scheme Announcement | Union Budget 2024-25 |
| Target | One crore internship opportunities in top 500 companies over five years |
| Pilot Project (October 2024 - Present) | - Round-I: 1.27 lakh internships, 82,000+ offers, - Round-II: 1.18 lakh internships (applications open until March 2025) |
| Participating Companies (Round-I) | 280 companies from 25 sectors, 745 districts across India |
| Participating Companies (Round-II) | 327 companies |