{"id":28792,"date":"2026-05-20T13:09:45","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T07:39:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/?p=28792"},"modified":"2026-05-20T13:09:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T07:39:46","slug":"nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply for NHRC Online Short Term Internship Programme (OSTI) 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/NHRC-Online-Short-Term-Internship-Programme-b-1024x427.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/NHRC-Online-Short-Term-Internship-Programme-b-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/NHRC-Online-Short-Term-Internship-Programme-b-672x280.png 672w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/NHRC-Online-Short-Term-Internship-Programme-b.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/#About_the_Program\" >About the Program\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/#Who_Can_Apply\" >Who Can Apply?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/#Step-by-Step_Application_Process\" >Step-by-Step Application Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/#Selection_Process\" >Selection Process&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/#What_Happens_During_the_Internship\" >What Happens During the Internship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Program\"><\/span> <strong>About the Program\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The NHRC Online Short-Term Internship (OSTI) is a specialized two-week virtual internship program offered by the National Human Rights Commission of India. This internship programme offers practical exposure and valuable learning experiences in the promotion and protection of human rights. As an intern, you will learn about various areas, such as the rights of women, children, and vulnerable communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>2 Weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Number of Interns: <\/strong>100<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mode: <\/strong>Completely Virtual (Online)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stipend:<\/strong> \u20b92,000 (awarded upon full completion)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Timeline: <\/strong>Applications for OSTI open every month (except May-June and December-January)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large desktop-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-web-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply web banner\" class=\"wp-image-25333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-672x133.jpg 672w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1536x305.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-2048x406.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mobile-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-mobile-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"356\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-mobile-1.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply mobile banner\" class=\"wp-image-25334\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Apply\"><\/span><strong>Who Can Apply?&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The eligibility for NHRC Online Short Term Internship includes:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Students enrolled in the third year or later of an integrated five-year postgraduate program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students pursuing the third year or final year of an undergraduate degree<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students studying in any semester or year of a postgraduate degree program, including those enrolled in a three-year LL.B. course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students enrolled in any semester or year of a postgraduate diploma program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research scholars pursuing studies in any academic discipline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintained a minimum of 60% marks in Class XII and in the first four semesters of the degree program, including the course currently being pursued.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/nhrc-summer-winter-internship\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">NHRC Summer &amp; Winter Internship<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Application_Process\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-Step Application Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the official <a href=\"https:\/\/nhrc.nic.in\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">NHRC<\/a> website.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View the \u2018Activities\u2019 section&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the \u2018Internship Program\u2019 notification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review the details of the internship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the \u2018Apply for the OSTI\u2019 button&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill out the form, including a 250-word SOP on \u2018Reason for Joining as an Intern in NHRC.\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the required documents (Class XII marksheet, degree certificates, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the form before the deadline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Selection_Process\"><\/span><strong>Selection Process&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection for the NHRC Short Term Internship follows a strict 100-point merit system. Your selection will be based on the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Class XII (30 marks)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduation (40 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statement of Purpose (30 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Preference is given to students who demonstrate a genuine passion for human rights research and advocacy in their <a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/isa-how-to-write-a-statement-of-purpose\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-blog-detail\">Statement of Purpose<\/a> (SoP).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>Students who have previously participated in any internship programs organized by NHRC are <strong>NOT<\/strong> eligible to apply again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large desktop-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-web-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply web banner\" class=\"wp-image-25333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1024x203.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-672x133.jpg 672w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-1536x305.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-web-2048x406.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mobile-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/?utm_source=is_blog&amp;utm_medium=nhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme&amp;utm_campaign=candidate-mobile-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"356\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/internshala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Find-and-apply-mobile-1.jpg\" alt=\"Find and apply mobile banner\" class=\"wp-image-25334\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_During_the_Internship\"><\/span><strong>What Happens During the Internship?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2-week NHRC Short Term Internship includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Sessions and Learning: <\/strong>It includes about 40-45 sessions on various human rights issues with domain experts and senior Government of India officials. Interns get the opportunity to interact with the Honorable Chairperson and other members of NHRC.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong>Activities: <\/strong>Interns will participate in group projects on human rights issues, conduct book reviews, and watch films on human rights topics (child labor, bonded labor, anti-trafficking, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Virtual Visits: <\/strong>The internship program includes virtual field visits to a jail, a police station, and an NGO or shelter home. During these virtual visits, you will see how these institutions work and get your questions answered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779250777227\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. <strong>What is the eligibility for the NHRC Online Short-Term Internship Program (OSTI)?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> To be eligible for the NHRC OSTI, you must be in the 3rd year or final year of graduation, or any year of post-graduation, or a research scholar in any stream. You also need a minimum of 60% marks in Class XII and in the first four semesters of your current degree.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779250778553\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. <strong>Is there an application fee for the short-term internship at NHRC?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> No, applying for any internship program at the National Human Rights Commission is completely free of charge.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779250779151\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. <strong>What is the stipend for the NHRC Online Short-Term Internship?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Yes, all students who complete the internship receive a stipend of \u20b92,000.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779250831399\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. <strong>Can I apply for the OSTI if I have already done the NHRC summer internship?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> No, students who have attended any previous internship program organized by the NHRC are not eligible to apply for the OSTI.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779250838872\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. <strong>Will I receive a certificate for the NHRC Online Short-Term Internship Program (OSTI)?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Yes, all interns who maintain full attendance and complete their internship receive a certificate of completion from the NHRC.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main \"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">0<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Finternshala.com%2Fblog%2Fnhrc-online-short-term-internship-programme%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Share&nbsp;on&nbsp;Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Get&nbsp;Your&nbsp;Dream&nbsp;Internship<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.42-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Program\u00a0 The NHRC Online Short-Term Internship (OSTI) is a specialized two-week virtual internship program offered by the National Human Rights Commission of India. 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