NHAI Summer Internship Programme 2026 – Apply Before April 15

📌 Internship Overview

• Programme Name: NHAI Summer Internship Programme 2026

• Duration: 2 Months

• Tentative Dates: 4th May to 5th July 2026

• Application Deadline: 15th April 2026

• Stipend: ₹20,000 per month

• Location: NHAI Headquarters (New Delhi) & Field Offices

🎯 About the Programme

The Summer Internship Programme 2026 builds upon the success of previous Winter and 6-month internship programmes conducted by NHAI.

The main goal is to:

• Provide hands-on experience

• Encourage industry-academia collaboration

• Develop future professionals in infrastructure development

Students will work under the guidance of experienced NHAI officials, gaining real-world exposure.

🎓 Eligible Courses & Streams🔧 Technical Streams

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Science & Engineering

• Information Technology

• Electronics & Communication Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Instrumentation Engineering

• Data Science / Artificial Intelligence

📚 Non-Technical Streams

• Law (BA LLB)

• Commerce (B.Com)

• Science (B.Sc / BA)

• Management (MBA – HR, Finance, Marketing)

• Mass Communication

• Library Science

👨‍🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a full-time Undergraduate or Postgraduate student

• Should be studying in:

  • NIRF-ranked institutes

  • Recognized universities

  • Reputed law, management, or communication institutes

💰 Stipend & Benefits

• ₹20,000 per month stipend

• Certificate of completion

• Real-time project experience

• Exposure to India’s largest highway development ecosystem

📝 Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official NHAI Internship Portal

2. Register as a student

3. Fill in:

   • Academic details

   • Personal information

4. Select preferred project/location

5. Submit application

⚠️ Important:

Your institute must verify and approve your application. Only approved applications will be considered.

🏢 Selection Process

• Applications reviewed by institutes

• Final selection by NHAI

• Allocation based on:

  • Student preferences

  • Project availability

📊 Previous Internship Success

• 244 students participated in Winter Internship 2025

• 149 students enrolled in the 6-month internship (Jan–June 2026)

This shows strong participation and high value of the programme.

📅 Important Dates

 🏁 Conclusion

The NHAI Summer Internship Programme 2026 is a great opportunity for students across engineering, management, and other fields to gain real-world experience.

If you are serious about building your career and gaining practical exposure, don’t miss this chance. Make sure to apply before April 15, 2026.