Internship at Competition Commission of India (CCI) - August Slots are Open!
- Varun Deval
- Jun 7
- 2 min read
Are you a student of Economics, Law, Management or Finance looking to gain practical exposure to competition law and policy? The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is now accepting applications for its Internship Programme. This internship offers a unique opportunity to understand the Competition Act, 2002 and its real-world applications while working with professionals at India’s leading antitrust authority.
Why Apply?
Gain hands-on experience in competition law, economics and regulatory governance.
Work under the supervision of CCI officials and contribute to research projects.
Receive an honorarium of ₹15,000 per month during the internship.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to Indian nationals from recognised institutions who have relevant exposure to competition law. Candidates with placement offers in hand are not eligible.
Eligible Courses:
➢ Economics & Management
MA / MSc. (Economics)
4th and final-year students of a 5-year integrated Economics degree
MBA
➢ Law:
2nd & 3rd-year students of a 3-year LLB
4th & final-year students of a 5-year integrated LLB
LLM students
➢ Regulatory Governance:
MA / MSc. (Regulatory Governance)
➢ Professional Courses:
Final group students of CA / CS / Cost Accountancy
Internship Details
Duration: 1 month (can be extended to 2-3 months with university approval)
Mode: Full-time, in-person at the CCI office
Internship Tasks:
Work in various CCI divisions on assigned projects
Participate in research activities on competition law
₹15,000 per month will be provided as an honorarium.
How to Apply?
Fill out the prescribed application form on the CCI website.
Submit a Statement of Purpose (200 words) covering your research interest in competition law.
Get your application recommended by your university/institution (mandatory).
Applications must be submitted online via the CCI website.
The deadline for submission is the 1st of the preceding month for the intended internship period. (For example, if applying for August 2025, apply by 1st July).
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