What the notice says
National Judicial Academy internship 2026 is the standing internship programme of the National Judicial Academy (NJA), Bhopal. Full-time LL.B. interns receive a stipend of ₹5,000 per month. LL.M. interns receive ₹7,000 for a 5-week period. Applications must reach the Academy by the 4th day of the month preceding the intended internship month. Email the complete set to internship@nja.gov.in. Official scheme is on the NJA site.
| Key fact | On this notice |
|---|---|
| Last date rule | 4th of the preceding month |
| Vacancies | Not printed as a fixed number |
| Pay / stipend | ₹5,000/month (full-time LL.B.); ₹7,000 (LL.M. 5 weeks) |
| Fee | None printed |
| Location | National Judicial Academy, Bhopal |
| Age limit | Not printed |
| Who can apply | Students of 5-year LL.B. (4th/5th year encouraged) or regular LL.M. |
- What the National Judicial Academy does
- What kind of role this is
- Who should apply — and who should skip
- Dates and fee
- Available positions
- 1. Full-time LL.B. Intern — ₹5,000/month Number not printed
- 2. LL.M. Intern — ₹7,000 for 5 weeks Number not printed
- Educational qualifications
- Selection
- How to prepare (free, official)
- How to apply
- FAQs
What the National Judicial Academy does
The National Judicial Academy is the national-level training institution for judges. It runs academic programmes, research, and judicial education. This internship lets law students work on research and academic support tasks under Academy supervision. It is not a court internship and does not lead to a judicial appointment.
What kind of role this is
Full-time LL.B. internships run for a minimum of 3 weeks. Part-time options exist for specific projects (non-residential). LL.M. internships are 5 weeks. Outstation full-time interns may get shared accommodation subject to availability. Stipend is paid as printed above. It does not create any right to employment.
Who should apply — and who should skip
Apply if
- You are enrolled in a 5-year LL.B. programme (4th and 5th year students are strongly encouraged).
- You are pursuing a regular LL.M. programme.
- You have a good academic and co-curricular record and basic computer skills (MS Office).
- Your college can issue a forwarding letter and No-Objection Certificate.
Skip if
- You are in a 3-year LL.B. course (the scheme lists only 5-year LL.B. and LL.M.).
- You cannot get the college forwarding letter and NOC.
- You need a higher stipend than ₹5,000.
- You cannot commit to the minimum duration.
Dates and fee
| Item | On the official scheme |
|---|---|
| Apply-by rule | 4th day of the month preceding the internship month |
| Example for December 2026 | Reach by 4 November 2026 |
| Duration (LL.B. full-time) | Minimum 3 weeks |
| Duration (LL.M.) | 5 weeks |
| Fee | None printed |
| Stipend | ₹5,000 per month (full-time LL.B.); ₹7,000 for LL.M. |
Available positions
No fixed monthly vacancy number or category-wise roster is printed. Intake depends on Academy requirements and project load.
1. Full-time LL.B. Intern — ₹5,000/month Number not printed
Eligibility
- Enrolled in a 5-year LL.B. programme.
- Good academic and co-curricular record.
- Familiarity with MS Office and online research tools.
- College forwarding letter and NOC required.
2. LL.M. Intern — ₹7,000 for 5 weeks Number not printed
Eligibility
- Enrolled in a regular LL.M. programme.
- Good academic and co-curricular record.
- Computer skills as above.
- College recommendation and NOC.
Educational qualifications
| Course | Requirement | Preference / notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5-year LL.B. | Currently enrolled | 4th and 5th year strongly encouraged |
| LL.M. | Regular programme | 5-week duration; ₹7,000 stipend |
Selection
- College issues forwarding letter and NOC naming the proposed month.
- Applicant emails the complete set (forwarding letter, NOC scan, covering letter, CV) to internship@nja.gov.in with subject “Application for Internship”.
- Academy verifies documents. Incomplete applications are cancelled.
- Selected interns report as per joining instructions. Original NOC is produced at reporting.
How to prepare (free, official)
- Official NJA Internship Programme PDF
- Keep a one-page expression of interest that names the month and the research area you can support.
- Update your CV with academic percentages and past research work.
How to apply
- Ask your college for a forwarding letter and No-Objection Certificate that mentions the exact month of internship.
- Write a covering letter with contact details, expression of interest, and proposed duration.
- Prepare an updated CV with academic record and co-curricular activities.
- Email the scanned set to internship@nja.gov.in so that it reaches by the 4th of the preceding month. Subject: Application for Internship.
- Carry the original NOC when you report.
FAQs
What is the last date for a December 2026 start?
4 November 2026.
What is the stipend?
₹5,000 per month for full-time LL.B. interns. ₹7,000 for the 5-week LL.M. internship.
Can 3-year LL.B. students apply?
The scheme as printed covers 5-year LL.B. and LL.M. only.
Where do I apply?
Email internship@nja.gov.in.
Is accommodation provided?
Shared accommodation for outstation full-time interns is subject to availability.
Does this lead to a job?
No. It is a time-bound academic internship.
More government legal internships are listed on the AAG Legal internships board. Check the closing-this-week list so you do not miss a deadline.