Over 3,500 apply for DU’s VC internship programme

Delhi University (DU) is set to conclude the selection process for the 2025–26 cycle of its Vice Chancellor Internship Scheme (VCIS), which offers students hands-on experience in university administration and governance.

Launched in 2022–23 by the Office of the Dean Students’ Welfare (DSW), the initiative provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students an opportunity to understand the functioning of different sectors within the university system.

The scheme includes two formats — a Part-Time Internship during the academic session and a Summer Internship during the vacation. The part-time internship runs for six months, requiring 8–10 flexible working hours per week with a stipend of Rs 5,775 per month, while the summer internship lasts two months with 20 working hours per week and a stipend of Rs 11,000 per month.

Having completed three cycles of both formats, DU is now finalising the selection process for the VCIS Part-Time 2025–26 session. Of over 3,500 applicants, 2,280 shortlisted candidates were called for Group Discussions held from October 13 to 15.

Selected interns will soon be placed across more than 55 offices within the university.