Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojana - Paid Internship for Bihar Youth
July 2025 mein launch hui ye scheme un students ke liye hai jinhe job nahi mil rahi experience ki kami ki wajah se. Bihar sarkar 3-6 months ki paid internship de rahi hai jisme ₹4,000 se ₹6,000 per month milte hain.
Scheme Full Form
PRATIGYA = Promotion of Readiness, Awareness and Technical Insights for Guiding Youth Advancement
Stipend Structure
| Qualification | Monthly Stipend | |---------------|-----------------| | Technical Knowledge (10th/12th with skills) | ₹4,000 | | ITI Pass | ₹5,000 | | Graduate / Post Graduate | ₹6,000 |
Internship Duration
- Minimum: 3 months
- Maximum: 6 months
- Working Hours: Standard office hours
- Location: Government offices, PSUs, private companies
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility:
- Bihar resident hona chahiye
- Age: 18-28 years
- Education: Minimum 10th pass
- Employment Status: Currently unemployed
- Not enrolled in any regular course
Priority Given To:
- First-time job seekers
- Rural youth
- Women candidates
- SC/ST/OBC candidates
Benefits Beyond Stipend
1. Work Experience
Real office/company environment mein kaam karne ka mauka
2. Skill Development
On-the-job training milti hai
3. Certificate
Completion certificate jo resume mein add hoga
4. Placement Opportunity
Achha kaam karoge toh same company mein permanent job ka chance
5. Professional Network
Industry contacts banenge
Budget Allocation
Bihar Cabinet ne ₹40.69 Crore ka budget allocate kiya hai FY 2025-26 ke liye.
Sectors Available
Government Sector:
- Block offices
- District offices
- State departments
- Public sector banks
Private Sector:
- IT companies
- Manufacturing units
- Service sector
- Retail chains
- Startups
Application Process
Step 1: Registration
Bihar government ke employment portal pe register karein. Documents:
- Aadhar Card
- Educational certificates
- Residential proof
- Bank account details
Step 2: Profile Create
- Skills mention karein
- Preferred sector select karein
- Location preference dein
Step 3: Apply
Available internships mein apply karein based on:
- Your qualification
- Your location
- Your interest area
Step 4: Selection
Companies/Departments shortlist karke interview lenge.
Step 5: Join & Get Paid
Selection ke baad join karein. Stipend directly bank mein aayega.
Documents Required
- Aadhar Card
- 10th/12th Marksheet
- Graduation Certificate (if applicable)
- ITI Certificate (if applicable)
- Residential Certificate
- Bank Passbook
- Passport Photo
- Mobile Number (for OTP)
Why This Scheme Matters
The Problem:
- Companies want experienced candidates
- Freshers don't have experience
- Catch-22 situation - No job without experience, no experience without job
The Solution:
- Government provides paid internship
- You gain experience
- Companies get trained candidates
- Win-win for everyone
Tips for Selection
1. Good Resume Banao
- Skills clearly mention karo
- Projects/achievements add karo
- Clean formatting
2. Skills Develop Karo
- Basic computer skills zaroor seekho
- Communication skills improve karo
- Domain knowledge build karo
3. Interview Preparation
- Common questions practice karo
- Company ke baare mein research karo
- Confidence se bolo
4. Be Professional
- Time pe pahuncho
- Proper dress code follow karo
- Respectful raho
After Internship - What Next?
Best Case:
Company impressed - permanent job offer
Good Case:
Experience mila - better jobs ke liye apply kar sakte ho
Minimum Case:
Certificate mila - resume stronger ho gaya
Comparison with Other Schemes
| Scheme | Benefit | Type | |--------|---------|------| | Pratigya Yojana | ₹4-6K/month | Internship | | Student Credit Card | ₹4 Lakh loan | Education | | Udyami Yojana | ₹10 Lakh | Business | | Kanya Utthan | ₹50,000 | Scholarship |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Kya final year students apply kar sakte hain?
A: Nahi, currently unemployed hona chahiye.
Q: Kya apna sector choose kar sakte hain?
A: Haan, preference de sakte ho but guarantee nahi.
Q: Stipend kab milta hai?
A: Monthly, directly bank account mein.
Q: Kya extension milti hai?
A: Depends on company/department.
Important Links
- Bihar Government Portal: state.bihar.gov.in
- Employment Exchange: Register at district level
- Skill Development Mission: skillmissionbihar.org
Contact
- Bihar Skill Development Mission
- District Employment Office (your district)
- Block Development Office
Conclusion
"Experience chahiye job ke liye, ye scheme experience deti hai."
Agar aap unemployed ho aur experience ki kami mehsoos kar rahe ho, toh is scheme ka faayda uthao. 3-6 months ki internship aapka career start kar sakti hai.
Sources:
- Bihar Yojana - Pratigya Scheme Details
- Bihar Cabinet Meeting, July 2025