Ladakh launches 2,000 government internships with monthly stipend

The Ladakh government has launched a major internship initiative aimed at providing employment experience to youth in the region. The Ladakh Youth Internship 2026 programme will offer 2,000 internship positions spread across 25 government departments, providing candidates with practical exposure to public administration and governance.

Each internship will span three months, during which participants will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 5,000. The programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional experience while supporting youth employment prospects in Ladakh.

Applications for the internship positions are now open to eligible candidates from the region. The initiative represents part of broader efforts by the Ladakh administration to create employment opportunities and develop human resources for government operations.

Young professionals selected for the programme will gain firsthand experience working within various government departments, potentially opening pathways for future career opportunities in the public sector. The scheme underscores the administration's commitment to youth development and administrative capacity building in the union territory.