NHAI Summer Internship 2026: Apply Online for 500+ Intern Vacancies – ₹20,000 Stipend, Eligibility & Direct Link

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, has officially invited applications for its Summer Internship Programme 2026. This initiative, developed in collaboration with AICTE and the Department of Higher Education, aims to provide undergraduate and postgraduate students with hands-on experience in India’s massive highway infrastructure ecosystem.

NHAI plans to engage approximately 500 interns annually. Whether you are an engineering student or from a non-technical background like Law or Management, this internship offers a prestigious platform to work on real-world national projects.

NHAI Internship 2026: Important Dates

Candidates must complete their online registration and ensure their respective institutes verify their applications before the deadline.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	March 26, 2026
Online Application Start Date	March 26, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	April 15, 2026
Internship Duration	2 Months (May 4 to July 5, 2026 – Tentative)
Result/Selection List	Late April 2026

Internship Highlights & Benefits

Selected candidates are not only given a chance to learn but are also financially supported during their tenure.

• Monthly Stipend: ₹20,000/- per month.
• Duration: 8 weeks (2 months).
• Certification: A formal certificate of completion from NHAI upon successful project delivery.
• Exposure: Opportunities to work at NHAI Headquarters (New Delhi) or various Field Offices/PIUs across India.
• Mentorship: Direct guidance from senior NHAI engineers and administrative officials.

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

The 2026 programme has been expanded to include a wide variety of academic disciplines.

1. Educational Qualification

Applicants must be full-time students pursuing UG/PG degrees from recognized or premier institutions (IITs, NITs, NIRF-ranked colleges, etc.).

Category	Eligible Streams
Engineering	Civil, IT, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation.
Management	MBA in HR, Finance, Marketing, or Project Management.
Legal	BA LLB / LLB students.
Others	Data Science, AI, Commerce (B.Com/M.Com), Mass Communication, and Library Science.

2. Institutional Verification

A unique feature of this internship is that the Institute must verify the student’s enrollment on the portal. Only applications approved by the college/university coordinator will be considered for final selection.

Roles and Responsibilities

Interns will be assigned to specific departments based on their academic background:

• Civil Engineering: Highway design, bridge construction supervision, and traffic planning.
• IT & Data Science: Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), Toll operations, and data analytics.
• Management & Law: Project management, land acquisition legalities, and financial auditing.

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

The application process is handled through a dedicated digital portal.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to the official NHAI Internship link: internshipsatnhai.digitalindiacorporation.in.
2. Student Registration: Click on “Student Login/Sign Up” and register using your email and mobile number.
3. Fill Application: Provide your academic details, current semester, and CGPA/Percentage.
4. Location Preference: You can indicate your preferred project location (NHAI HQ or specific state field offices).
5. Submit: After checking all details, click “Submit.”
6. Inform your Institute: Ensure your college’s Training & Placement (T&P) cell or Faculty Coordinator logs into the Institutional Login to approve your application.

Important Links for NHAI Internship 2026

Resource	Link
Official Notification (PIB)	Download NHAI Internship PDF
Online Application Link	Apply Online Here
Official NHAI Website	nhai.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is there any application fee for the NHAI Internship?

A: No, the application process is completely free for all students.

Q: Can 1st-year students apply?

A: Usually, NHAI prefers students in their 2nd, 3rd, or final year of UG, or any year of PG, as they possess the necessary foundational knowledge.

Q: Where will I be posted?

A: Posting depends on the availability of projects. You may be placed at the New Delhi HQ or at any Project Implementation Unit (PIU) across various states.

Q: What documents are required for the online form?

A: You will typically need a scanned photo, ID proof (Aadhar), and your latest semester mark sheet or a bonafide certificate from your college.