Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojana 2026 - Rs 4000-6000/Month Internship for Bihar Youth, Apply @cmpratigya.bihar.gov.in

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Quick Overview
Scheme Type
Employment
Amount
Rs 4,000 - Rs 6,000/month
Type
Free Grant
Deadline
Open - Year-round registration
📄 Complete Guide▾
Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojana 2026 - Complete Guide Bihar Youth Paid Internship Scheme
Bhaiyon, Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojana 2026 = Bihar Sarkar ka flagship internship scheme under Yuva, Rozgar evam Kaushal Vikas Vibhag (operated by Bihar Skill Development Mission). Cabinet approval 1 July 2025 ko hua tha; portal cmpratigya.bihar.gov.in active hai. Full form: CM-PRATIGYA = "Promotion of Readiness, Awareness & Technical Insights for Guiding Youth Advancement". Target: 1 lakh Bihar youth (18-28 years) ko 3-12 month paid internships PSU/MSME/govt departments/large industries/NGOs me. Stipend tiers based on education: Rs 4,000/month (12th pass) | Rs 5,000/month (ITI/Diploma) | Rs 6,000/month (Graduate/Post-Graduate). Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) monthly. Bihar resident + currently unemployed mandatory eligibility. Joint completion certificate + resume boost + same-company permanent job conversion chance. Document verification via DRCC (District Registration cum Counselling Centre) + District Employment Officer (DEO). Helpline 1800-296-5656 toll-free. Page me complete eligibility + 6-step apply process + stipend tiers + sectors covered + 100,000 youth target rollout + duration rules + extra allowance for outstation + scam alerts + FAQs sab covered.
🎯 Key Insight: Bihar govt ka largest unemployed youth scheme 2026 - Rs 50K-72K total earning (3-12 months × Rs 4-6K) bina kisi degree + experience ke. Resume me government internship = future BPSC/SSC/private interviews me strong credential. Apply karo TURANT.
Quick Info
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojana (CM-PRATIGYA) |
| Full Form | Promotion of Readiness, Awareness & Technical Insights for Guiding Youth Advancement |
| Conducting Body | Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM) under Yuva Rozgar Vibhag |
| Approval Date | 1 July 2025 (State Cabinet) |
| Total Target | 1,00,000 (1 lakh) youth Bihar |
| Age Group | 18-28 years |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs 4,000 / 5,000 / 6,000 (qualification-wise) |
| Duration | 3-12 months |
| Education | Min 12th pass (Inter / ITI / Diploma / Grad / PG) |
| Domicile | Bihar resident mandatory |
| Employment | Currently unemployed mandatory |
| Sectors | PSU + MSME + Large Industries + Govt Depts + NGOs + Startups |
| Verification | DRCC + District Employment Officer (DEO) |
| Stipend Mode | DBT (Direct Bank Transfer) monthly |
| Application Fee | FREE (No charge) |
| Helpline | 1800-296-5656 (Toll-Free) |
| Official Portal | cmpratigya.bihar.gov.in |
Kitna Stipend Milega? - Tier-Wise Breakdown
| Qualification Tier | Monthly Stipend | 6-Month Total | 12-Month Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12th Pass (Inter) | Rs 4,000 | Rs 24,000 | Rs 48,000 |
| ITI / Diploma | Rs 5,000 | Rs 30,000 | Rs 60,000 |
| Graduate (BA/BSc/BCom/B.Tech) | Rs 6,000 | Rs 36,000 | Rs 72,000 |
| Post Graduate (MA/MSc/MCom/MTech) | Rs 6,000 | Rs 36,000 | Rs 72,000 |
| Professional Degree (MBA/CA/Law) | Rs 6,000 | Rs 36,000 | Rs 72,000 |
Bonus benefits:
- Stipend DBT mode monthly (Aadhaar-linked bank account)
- Joint Completion Certificate (Bihar govt + Host Industry)
- Resume boost = future BPSC/SSC/private job interviews advantage
- Same-company permanent conversion opportunity (post-internship)
- Bihar Skill Development Mission certification = LinkedIn/CV credential
- Outstation allowance Rs 1,500-2,000/month if posting outside home district (case-by-case)
CM-PRATIGYA Scheme Key Benefits (4 Pillars)
| Pillar | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 1. Career Readiness | Job-market me demand-driven skills + workplace soft skills training |
| 2. Real Work Experience | Country's top PSU/MSME me actual hands-on experience (not just classroom) |
| 3. Financial Support | Monthly Rs 4-6K stipend + free certifications + DBT direct |
| 4. Joint Certificate | Govt + Industry combined certificate = strong CV addition |
CM Pratigya Yojana 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Must Have (All 5 Required):
- Bihar Resident (Niwas Praman Patra OR Bihar 10+12 marksheet proof)
- Age 18-28 years (as on application date)
- Education: Minimum 12th pass (or higher: ITI/Diploma/Grad/PG)
- Currently UNEMPLOYED (no government/private job, no business)
- NOT enrolled in regular full-time course (distance/online OK)
NOT Eligible:
- ❌ Already employed (private OR government)
- ❌ Currently regular full-time degree course
- ❌ Age 28+ years
- ❌ Non-Bihar residents
- ❌ Pending criminal cases
Priority Categories (Faster selection):
- ✅ First-time job seekers
- ✅ Rural Bihar youth (60%+ rural quota)
- ✅ Women candidates (33% horizontal reservation)
- ✅ SC/ST/OBC/EBC candidates
- ✅ PwBD (5% horizontal)
- ✅ Single mothers / divorced women
Internship Sectors Available (5+ Categories)
CM-PRATIGYA covers diverse industries:
| Sector | Examples |
|---|---|
| PSU (Public Sector) | NTPC Bihar, Coal India, BSNL, ONGC, IOCL |
| MSME (Small/Medium Industries) | Manufacturing units, food processing, textiles |
| Large Private Industries | TATA, Reliance, Adani regional offices |
| Government Departments | Block offices, district collectorate, secretariat |
| NGOs / Civil Society | Rural development, education, women empowerment |
| Government Corporations | Bihar Bijli Vitran, BSRDC, BRPNNL, BSEDC |
Roles available:
- Administrative support (clerical work)
- Field surveys + data collection
- Technical operations (engineering interns)
- IT/computer support
- Customer service + helpline
- Research + content writing
- Project assistance
Internship Duration Rules
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum Duration | 3 months |
| Maximum Duration | 12 months |
| Working Days | 6 days/week typical (some 5-day) |
| Working Hours | 8-9 hours/day (standard office) |
| Holidays | All government holidays |
| Sundays | Off |
| Saturday | Half-day or full-day (sector-wise) |
| Probation | First 30 days observation |
| Mid-term Review | Monthly performance assessment |
| Exit Policy | 15-day notice from either side |
Pro tip: 6-month internship sweet spot - long enough for resume credibility + short enough to test sector fit. 12-month = max stipend (Rs 48-72K total).
How to Apply CM Pratigya Yojana 2026 - 6-Step Process
Step 1: Visit Portal + Register
- Open cmpratigya.bihar.gov.in
- Click "अभ्यर्थी पंजीकरण" (Candidate Registration)
- Enter Aadhaar Number + Mobile + Email
- OTP verify (mobile + email)
- Set password + login
Step 2: Complete Profile
- Personal details (Name, Father, Mother, address)
- Educational qualifications (10th + 12th + ITI/Diploma/Grad/PG)
- Skills (technical + soft skills)
- Sector preferences (PSU / MSME / Govt / NGO etc.)
- Location preferences (3 cities)
Step 3: Upload Documents (Mandatory)
- Aadhaar Card (PDF max 2 MB)
- 10th + 12th Marksheets (PDF)
- Graduation/ITI/Diploma Certificate (if applicable)
- Bihar Domicile/Niwas Praman Patra
- Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked, IFSC visible)
- Passport Size Photo (50-100 KB JPG)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable, for priority quota)
Step 4: Browse + Apply Internships
- Login → "अवसरों की खोज" (Search Opportunities)
- Filter by: State + Sector + Age Group + Gender
- Read each internship details (stipend, duration, location, role)
- Apply max 5 simultaneously (don't spam)
Step 5: Selection + DRCC Verification
- Host industry shortlists based on profile match
- Interview (online OR offline)
- Document Verification at DRCC (District Registration cum Counselling Centre) - now District Employment Officer (DEO) office bhi acceptable
- Selection confirmation via SMS + email
- Offer letter download from portal
Step 6: Join + Earn Monthly
- Report at host organization on joining date
- Daily attendance tracked digitally
- Monthly performance review
- Stipend DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank (5th-15th of next month)
- Completion certificate post-tenure (joint Bihar govt + industry)
Required Documents Checklist
Originals + scanned PDFs (max 2 MB each):
- ✅ Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- ✅ PAN Card
- ✅ 10th Marksheet + Passing Certificate
- ✅ 12th Marksheet + Passing Certificate
- ✅ Graduation/ITI/Diploma Certificate (if applicable)
- ✅ Bihar Domicile Certificate (Niwas Praman Patra)
- ✅ Bank Account Passbook (Aadhaar-linked, DBT-ready)
- ✅ Passport Size Photo (recent, white background, 50-100 KB)
- ✅ Self-Attested Income Certificate (priority quota)
- ✅ Caste Certificate (BC-1/BC-2/SC/ST/EWS - if applicable)
- ✅ PwBD Certificate (40%+ disability - if applicable)
- ✅ Resume / CV (1-2 pages)
Tip: Use photo resizer tool for exact size compliance - reject avoid.
Common Errors + Fixes (Application Issues)
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| Portal not loading | Off-peak hours (early morning, late night) + Chrome browser |
| Aadhaar OTP not received | Mobile must be Aadhaar-linked + wait 2 min + resend |
| Photo rejected | Use photo resizer - 50-100 KB JPG, white BG |
| Document upload fails | Reduce PDF size to <2 MB + try Chrome browser |
| Bank verification fails | Aadhaar-linked + active account + IFSC verified |
| DRCC visit time miss | Reschedule via portal OR direct DEO office visit |
| No internships matching | Broaden sector preferences + check daily new listings |
| Stipend delayed | Check attendance status + bank IFSC correct + helpline 1800-296-5656 |
Scam Alert
WARNING: Pratigya Yojana ke naam pe fraud hota hai!
- "₹5,000 do, internship pakki": FRAUD hai. Registration FREE hai
- "Guaranteed placement": Koi guarantee nahi deta, selection merit based hai
- Unofficial websites se apply: Sirf official government portal use karo
- "Registration fee do": Registration 100% FREE hai
- "Commission lenge stipend se": Ye illegal hai, report karo
Yaad Rakho: Registration FREE hai. Kisi ko paisa mat do. Fraud ho toh cybercrime.gov.in pe report karo.
FAQs
Q: Kya final year students apply kar sakte hain? A: Nahi, currently unemployed hona chahiye. Padhai complete hone ke baad apply karo.
Q: Kya apna sector choose kar sakte hain? A: Haan, preference de sakte ho lekin guarantee nahi ki same sector milega. System match karega based on qualification aur availability.
Q: Stipend kab milta hai? A: Monthly, directly bank account mein DBT se. Attendance tracking ke baad har mahine stipend credit hota hai.
Q: Distance education wale eligible hain? A: Haan, agar currently unemployed ho aur Bihar resident ho toh eligible ho.
Q: Kya Bihar ke bahar internship milegi? A: Primary focus Bihar-based organizations hai, lekin kuch reports ke anusaar agar internship apne district se bahar ya state se bahar milti hai toh extra allowance (approximately Rs 1,500-2,000) bhi mil sakta hai. Final rules ke liye cmpratigya.bihar.gov.in pe portal rules verify karo.
Q: 1 lakh youth target - selection kaise hoti hai? A: First-come-first-serve + qualification match + sector preference combined. Priority categories (rural/SC/ST/OBC/EBC/women/PwBD) ko fast-track. Apply early = selection chance higher. Helpline 1800-296-5656.
Q: Stipend mile pe TDS / Income Tax katega? A: NO - stipend tax-free hai (per Bihar govt scheme guidelines). Total annual income Rs 2.5L se kam = no ITR mandatory. Aadhaar-PAN link zaroori bank account ke liye.
Q: Internship ke baad permanent job milta hai? A: Guarantee NAHI, but strong chance - host industry/department same intern ko permanent role offer kar sakti hai performance ke base pe. Bihar Skill Development Mission certificate future BPSC TRE / SSC / private interviews me strong credential.
Q: Kya CM Pratigya Yojana 2026 me reservation hai? A: Bihar reservation policy follow - Gen 40.5% / EWS 10% / OBC 12% / EBC 18% / SC 16% / ST 1% + Women 33% horizontal + PwBD 5% horizontal. Caste certificate proof zaroori.
Q: Already Skill India / NAPS internship mil gaya - ye apply kar sakte? A: EITHER one only - duplicate stipend nahi mil sakti. CM Pratigya Yojana exclusively unemployed youth ke liye - already paid internship me ho to disqualified. Pehle wala chhodke apply karo.
Q: DRCC kahan jaana padta hai verification ke liye? A: District-wise DRCC (District Registration cum Counselling Centre) - har district headquarter me hota hai. 2026 me DEO (District Employment Officer) office bhi acceptable hai per recent BSDM update. Address admit slip pe milega.
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Source: Bihar Skill Development Mission Official (cmpratigya.bihar.gov.in)
Page Last Updated: 6 May 2026
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