Railway Internship
Internship in Indian Railways
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME IN RAILWAY
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME TERMS & CONDITIONS OF INTERNSHIP
The internship is neither a job nor any such assurance for a job in the Indian Railways.
- Maximum duration of the internship will be 2 months.
- Location of internship shall be the prerogative of the administration.
- No remuneration is payable during the internship.
- Boarding and lodging arrangements will be borne by the interns themselves.
- Interested and eligible students who are pursuing Graduation/Post Graduation in Engineering & MBA can pursue internship in following disciplines.
a) Civil
b) Electrical
c) Mechanical
d) Electronics
e) Computer Science/IT
f) Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Logistics, Materials Management, Project Management and other technical matters pertaining to Railways. - Selection criteria: Selection for internship will be based on merit only.
- Students pursuing undergraduate course in Engineering should have completed at least two years of study in Degree and should have a consistently good academic record.
- Students pursuing MBA should have obtained a First Class Graduate Degree and should have successfully completed one year of the course.
- All interested and eligible students are requested to apply through online internship portal only. All communications regarding allotment/rejection will be made through e-mail only.
- Following documents (Self attested) are required to be uploaded in the portal.
a) Covering /Forwarding letter from the HOD.
b) Duly filled in Annexure-II (Application for the Internship Programme)
c) CV
d) Identity Card issued by the Institute. - On selection, students are required to produce hard copies of the uploaded documents for verification. If any discrepancies are found during verification his/her selection will be liable to be rejected.
Source: https://eastcoastrail.indianrailways.gov.in/
Railway Internship 2025 – Railway Internship For Engineering Students 2025 – Indian Railways Internship 2025 – Summer Internship In Indian Railways 2025 – Internship in Indian Railways 2025
Here’s a comprehensive overview of internship opportunities in Indian Railways, including structured programs, recent notifications, how to apply, and insights from past participants:
Contents
1. Structured Internship Programs via Zonal Railways & IRCTC
Summer & Winter Internships (Structured Program)
- Indian Railways offers two-month internships (summer/winter), introduced in 2015, targeted at students pursuing Engineering or MBA. These programs span across various domains such as Logistics, HR, Finance, Project Management, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, and IT.
Selection is normally merit-based, and interns receive a Railways-issued certificate upon completion.
Boarding, lodging, and remuneration are not provided. - IRCTC portal lists features of this internship, including eligibility and terms & conditions in PDF format.
Zonal/Production Unit Internships — Example: SECR 2025
- In March 2025, South East Central Railway (SECR) released an official notification offering 523 internship openings across 8 disciplines, including Mechanical (230 slots), Computer Science & IT (150), Civil Engineering (50), HR (40), and more.
- Key Features:
- Application Mode: Offline submission via the SECR website.
- Timeline: Notification issued March 26, applications due by May 30, 2025.
- Duration: 6 months, starting around June 15.
- Stipend: Provided (“paid as per Ministry of Railways guidelines”); amount to be specified at final selection.
2. Application Process & General Eligibility
- Students must typically apply via their institute, addressed to the Chief Personnel Officer (CPO) of the desired railway zone or production unit, indicating their preferred zone/division and attaching necessary documents (covering letter, CV, institute ID).
- Eligibility:
- Applicants must have first-class academic standing in graduation (Engineering/MBA).
- Engineering students should have completed at least two years of the degree program.
3. Testimonials & Intern Experience
- An engineering student who interned at ICF (Integral Coach Factory) described the process as somewhat opaque—requiring internal connections for entry, a relatively short 15-day duration, and a training fee (~₹5,900 including GST).
- A former intern at CRIS (Centre for Railway Information Systems) gained hands-on experience working on web applications with Angular, contributing to railway asset maintenance systems. This internship was unpaid but valuable in real-world exposure.
4. At a Glance: Internship Summary
| Program Type | Duration | Remuneration | Eligibility | Structure & Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zonal/Unit-Based (SECR) | 6 months | Paid (TBD) | Engineering/Mgmt students | Official notification via zone website |
| Summer/Winter Program | 2 months | Unpaid | Engg. / MBA with first-class marks | Merit-based via IRCTC portal |
| Walk-in via Industry | ~15 days | Self-financed | Via informal references | Short-term, localized (e.g., ICF TTC) |
| Tech Internships at CRIS | Varies | Unpaid | Relevant CS/IT background | Structured project work (e.g. SMMS) |
5. How to Get Started
- Monitor announcements on zonal railway websites (e.g., SECR, Central, Northern Railways) or IRCTC portals.
- Prepare documents: CV, academic transcripts, college ID, and a forward letter from your institute.
- Apply early—based on last cycles, notifications appear around March–May for summer internships.
- Be proactive—follow up via email, and build awareness in TPOs (Training & Placement Officers).
Final Thoughts
Indian Railways offers a mix of structured and zone-specific internship programs that can significantly enrich your practical understanding of public-sector infrastructure operations. For the best shot, aim for SECR-type notifications or the IRCTC summer scheme, and strengthen your application with good academics and clear intent.
Need help drafting your application letter or finding the latest internship notification from a specific zone? Let me know—happy to assist!