A prestigious opportunity for students of law, economics, management, finance, and regulatory governance to gain hands-on exposure through the paid internship programme at the Competition Commission of India (CCI).
About the Competition Commission of India (CCI)
The Competition Commission of India is a statutory body established under the Competition Act, 2002, with the objective of promoting competition, preventing anti-competitive practices, protecting consumer interests, and ensuring freedom of trade in markets across India.
The internship programme at CCI is designed to familiarise students with the practical application of competition law and economic principles, regulatory processes, and enforcement mechanisms. This programme is purely academic and research-oriented in nature and does not constitute employment or a job assurance with the Commission.
About the Internship / Opportunity
The CCI Internship Programme provides selected interns with an opportunity to work closely with officers of the Commission across various divisions. Interns are allocated research and analytical work related to competition law, market studies, economic analysis, and regulatory governance.
The programme includes an induction session on the Competition Act, 2002, followed by supervised work assignments. At the end of the internship, interns are required to make a presentation on the work completed, which is mandatory for the release of the certificate and honorarium.
Event Timeline
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Internship Start | 1st Working Day of the Month |
| Internship Duration | 1 Month (Extendable up to 2–3 months) |
| Application Deadline | 1st of the Preceding Month |
Location and Mode
Mode: Offline / Full-Time
Location: Competition Commission of India (as allocated)
The internship is a full-time, in-person programme, and interns are required to strictly adhere to the working hours of the Commission.
Format and Structure
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Month (Extendable to 2–3 Months) |
| Honorarium | ₹15,000 per Month |
| Intake | Up to 15 Interns per Month |
| Working Hours | As per CCI Office Timings |
| Certificate | Issued upon successful completion |
Eligibility & Educational Qualifications
General Eligibility
- Indian nationals only
- Students from recognised universities/institutions
- Applicants must not have a placement offer in hand
Eligible Disciplines & Courses
Economics & Management
- MA / MSc (Economics)
- Final-year students of 5-year integrated Economics programmes
- MBA
Law
- 2nd or 3rd year of 3-year LL.B.
- 4th or final year of 5-year integrated LL.B.
- Students entering 4th year after completing 3rd-year exams
- LL.M. students
Regulatory Governance
- MA / MSc in Regulatory Governance
Professional Courses
- Final group students of CA / CMA / CS
Applicants must have exposure to Competition Law or related regulatory subjects.
Scheme of Internship
- Internship normally runs for one month, starting from the 1st working day
- Extension up to 2–3 calendar months permitted with institutional recommendation
- Mandatory induction programme on Competition Act, 2002
- Interns are assigned to different divisions under supervision of CCI officers
- Final presentation is compulsory for certificate and honorarium
- Strict discipline, punctuality, and integrity are mandatory
- Absence or unsatisfactory performance may lead to termination without payment
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Stipend / Honorarium
• ₹15,000 per month (Honorarium)
• Paid only upon successful completion of internship and presentation
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Contact Information
For official updates and application details, applicants must refer to the CCI website and prescribed application format.
Internships@cci.gov.in
Key Application Requirements
- Online submission in prescribed format
- Mandatory recommendation from competent academic authority
- Statement of Purpose (approx. 200 words) covering:
- Topic of interest
- Objectives of the study
- Applications must reach by the 1st of the preceding month
(e.g., for March internship → apply by 1st February)
Applications submitted in any other format or without recommendations will not be considered.
