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Indirect Tax Internship Scheme In Central Board Of Indirect Taxes And Customs (CBIC)

The "Indirect Tax Internship Scheme" by CBIC takes Law Students/ Graduates as Interns every year. The interns are expected to study case files, assist in legal research and drafting of petitions, brief the counsels and extend any other related legal/general assistance to officers/counsels.

Authority

Central

Region

None

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Stipend | - The student interns will receive a stipend of ₹ 5,000/- per month for satisfactory conduct of the internship. | - The graduate interns will receive a stipend of ₹ 15,000/- per month for satisfactory conduct of the internship. | Certificate | - On satisfactory completion of the internship, a Certificate of Internship shall be awarded. | - Certificate of Internship would be given to only such law student interns who complete a minimum of one month and to such law graduates who complete a minimum three months period of internship. | - Interns not completing such a minimum period would not be awarded any certificate.

Who can apply

Law students who are pursuing a 3-year LLB course/5-year integrated LLB course.; Law graduates who have completed a 3-year LLB course/5-year integrated LLB course for not more than two years.; Students who have appeared in the final year/ semester examination on the cutoff date.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How Many Law Students Are Selected Every Year For The Internship?

10 Law Students and 10 Law Graduates are selected as Interns every year.

What Shall Be The Daily Routine Of The Interns?

The interns are expected to study case files, assist in legal research and drafting of petitions, brief the counsels and extend any other related legal/general assistance to officers/counsels. The interns may also accompany the departmental officers to the briefing meetings if needed.

Where Will The Interns Be Deployed For The Course Of The Internship?

The interns will be deployed in different sections of the legal establishment in CBIC.

What Is The Full Name Of CBIC?

The full name of CBIC is "Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs".

Are The Interns Allowed To Take Any Other Internship/Job During The Course Of This Internship?

The interns are not expected to pursue any other course/work during the tenure of the internship.

Is This Internship Virtual Or In-Office?

This is a full-time internship and is to be attended physically.

Does This Internship Has Prospects Of A Permanent Job With CBIC?

The internship will neither be a job nor an assurance of a job in the Department.

What Shall Be The Duration Of The Internship For Law Students? Is The Duration Extendable?

For Law Students, the period of internship shall be two months extendable upto a maximum total period of three months by the Principal Commissioner, Directorate of Legal Affairs on mutual agreement.

Who Is Authorized To Extend The Duration Of The Internship?

The Principal Commissioner, Directorate of Legal Affairs is authorized to extend the duration of the internship.

How Many Leaves Can An Intern Take In A Month?

The maximum permissible leave of absence is 2 days per month.