All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) in association with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), All India CAD / ICT / IT/Software DEVELOPMENT Competition “AICTE TULIP IT Internship 2025” is a flagship ongoing initiative. Aim being expose engineering and IT onspot within smart cities/ULBs across India to grasp realtime Urban Governance.
Thousands of B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA and BCA students and recent graduates can apply for both paid as well as unpaid IT-focused internships via the portal of TULIP portal that continues to be live as of 2025. Such internships can play a crucial role in bridging the gap between academic research and industry application in India’s burgeoning digital infrastructure GBD.
Short Summary
• Program Name: The Urban Learning Internship Program (TULIP)
• Year: 2025
• Launched by: AICTE & Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
• Application Mode: Online only
• Eligible Streams: IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, MCA, BCA, etc.
• Duration: 8 Weeks to 12 Months
• Internship Type: Remote / On-site
• Stipend: ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 (Varies by host organization)
• Official Portal: https://internship.aicte-india.org
Benefits
• Internship experience in live government IT and Smart City projects
• Stipend benefits (project-dependent)
• Certificate of completion from AICTE & Host Institution
• Enhancement of skills, employability, and domain knowledge
• Real-time project learning and collaboration with government professionals
• Access to nationwide opportunities without paying any fees
Eligibility
• Must be an Indian citizen
• Must be a student or graduate within 18 months of completing a degree
• Applicable for:
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B.Tech/B.E. (IT/CS/ECE)
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M.Tech
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MCA / BCA
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B.Sc./M.Sc. (IT/CS)
• Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA
• Must not have undertaken any prior TULIP internship
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Bonafide Certificate / Final Degree Certificate
• Academic Transcripts / Mark Sheets
• College/University ID
• Updated Resume
• Bank Details (for stipend, if applicable)
Important Dates
| Internship Listings Start | January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | Rolling Basis (As per internship listing) |
| Internship Start Period | March 2025 onwards |
| Completion Window | 8 Weeks to 12 Months based on project |
Note: There is no fixed deadline. Internships are posted regularly throughout the year.
Application Process
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Visit the official TULIP portal: https://internship.aicte-india.org
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Click on “Register” as a Student
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Fill in details like name, date of birth, Aadhaar, email, and mobile number
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Complete email/mobile OTP verification
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Log in and complete your student profile (upload resume, academic info, etc.)
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Browse internship listings by location, domain, or duration
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Click “Apply” on the internship you’re interested in
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Await response or shortlisting from the host organization
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much stipend is offered in AICTE TULIP internships?
Stipends vary from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000/month depending on the internship provider. Some internships may be unpaid but offer certification.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for TULIP 2025 internships?
Students or recent graduates from IT, CS, and related fields who haven’t taken a previous TULIP internship and have 60%+ marks.
Q: How can I check my application status?
Log in to internship.aicte-india.org and go to “My Applications” to track your status.
Q: Can I apply for multiple internships at once?
Yes, you can apply for more than one internship, but selection will depend on shortlisting by host bodies.
Q: What documents are required to apply?
Aadhaar, academic transcripts, resume, bonafide or degree certificate, college ID, and passport-size photo.
Q: Where can I apply for the AICTE TULIP internships?
On the official portal: https://internship.aicte-india.org
Q: Is there a deadline for applications?
There is no single deadline. Each internship listing has its own closing date, so apply early.
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://internship.aicte-india.org
• Support Email: [email protected]
• AICTE Helpline: 011-29581333
• Partner Organization: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)