{"id":54784,"date":"2026-09-15T13:34:44","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:04:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/?p=54784"},"modified":"2026-09-15T13:34:51","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:04:51","slug":"national-biodiversity-authority-internship-apply","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/national-biodiversity-authority-internship-apply\/","title":{"rendered":"National Biodiversity Authority Internship 2026: Eligibility, Dates, How to Apply"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>National Biodiversity Authority Internship 2026<\/strong> offers undergraduate students and graduates an opportunity to gain short-term exposure to biodiversity conservation, biodiversity governance and related legal or scientific work. The programme is conducted by the <strong>National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)<\/strong>, which functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, and the internship is based at the NBA office in Chennai.<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications are accepted <strong>throughout the year<\/strong>, and candidates can apply up to <strong>two months before their preferred internship period<\/strong>. The <strong>NBA internship<\/strong> duration ranges from <strong>one to three months<\/strong> and the programme is <strong>non-stipendiary<\/strong>.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To apply, candidates must be <strong>Indian nationals aged 18 to 25 years<\/strong> at the time of joining. Undergraduate students must have completed at least the first year of their programme, while candidates who have already completed an undergraduate degree can also apply, provided they meet the prescribed academic criteria.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Overview<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Programme<\/strong><\/td><td>Short-Term Internship Programme<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Organisation<\/strong><\/td><td>National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ministry<\/strong><\/td><td>Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>NBA, Chennai, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Internship Duration<\/strong><\/td><td>Minimum 1 month, maximum 3 months<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Who Can Apply<\/strong><\/td><td>Eligible undergraduate students and undergraduate degree holders<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Age Limit<\/strong><\/td><td>18 to 25 years at the time of joining<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nationality<\/strong><\/td><td>Indian nationals only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Minimum Marks<\/strong><\/td><td>70% cumulative marks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Internship Domain<\/strong><\/td><td>Scientific or Legal aspects related to Biodiversity Conservation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stipend<\/strong><\/td><td>No stipend; the internship is non-stipendiary<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Number of Interns<\/strong><\/td><td>Maximum 10 in a calendar year, subject to variation at NBA&rsquo;s discretion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Period<\/strong><\/td><td>Applications accepted throughout the year, up to two months in advance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Application form submitted by post to NBA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Certificate<\/strong><\/td><td>Issued after successful completion, subject to programme requirements<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/nic-internship-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NICSI Internship 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the National Biodiversity Authority Internship?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Short-Term Internship Programme is an internship offered by the <strong>National Biodiversity Authority<\/strong> for young candidates who want exposure to biodiversity conservation, natural resource management and India&rsquo;s biodiversity governance framework.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current guidelines were issued through an Office Memorandum dated <strong>12 February 2026<\/strong> after approval in the NBA&rsquo;s 76th Authority Meeting. Selected interns are placed at the <strong>National Biodiversity Authority in Chennai<\/strong> and receive an orientation before beginning their work.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interns are expected to familiarise themselves with the <strong>Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023<\/strong>, amended rules, the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the Nagoya Protocol and the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP).<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The programme also provides exposure to the implementation of India&rsquo;s biodiversity legislation and the functioning of the NBA, State Biodiversity Boards (SBBs) and Union Territory Biodiversity Councils (UTBCs).<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internship Areas<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application form asks candidates to indicate their preferred internship domain as either <strong>Scientific<\/strong> or <strong>Legal<\/strong> aspects related to biodiversity conservation.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Biological diversity conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Natural resource management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biodiversity governance in India<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biological Diversity Act and related rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International biodiversity conventions and protocols<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable use of biological resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access and benefit sharing related to biological resources and associated traditional knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scientific aspects of biodiversity conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal and regulatory aspects of biodiversity conservation<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>NBA<\/strong> do not prescribe a separate list of eligible academic disciplines. Candidates should therefore check their eligibility against the age, undergraduate-study and marks requirements rather than assuming that the programme is restricted only to biotechnology or life science students.<\/p><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/innovate-india-mygov-internship-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Innovate India (MyGov) Internship<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants must meet the conditions specified in the <strong>NBA Short-Term Internship<\/strong>. The programme is open only to <strong>Indian nationals<\/strong>.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For Undergraduate Students<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students can apply after completing the <strong>first year of their undergraduate programme<\/strong>. They must have secured at least <strong>70% cumulative marks<\/strong> across all semesters or years completed up to the date of application.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For Undergraduate Degree Holders<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who have already completed an undergraduate degree are also eligible. They must have secured at least <strong>70% cumulative marks<\/strong> across the entire undergraduate programme.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Age and Nationality<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 18 to 25 years at the time of joining the internship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nationality:<\/strong> Indian nationals only<\/li>\n<\/ol><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who do not meet the prescribed eligibility conditions are automatically rejected under the NBA guidelines.<\/p><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/skill-india-internship-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Skill India Internship<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duration<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>National Biodiversity Authority Internship<\/strong> runs for a minimum of <strong>one month<\/strong> and a maximum of <strong>three months<\/strong>. The exact internship period is decided on a case-by-case basis depending on NBA&rsquo;s organisational requirements and the intern&rsquo;s performance.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any absence during the internship can result in an extension of the internship period. NBA can also discontinue the internship if the intern&rsquo;s performance is unsatisfactory or if the intern remains absent without authorisation from the assigned guide.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stipend<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>NBA Short-Term Internship<\/strong> is a <strong>non-stipendiary internship<\/strong>. Selected interns do not receive a stipend or other financial compensation during the internship period.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should therefore make their own financial arrangements before applying, particularly because the internship is carried out at the <strong>National Biodiversity Authority office in Chennai<\/strong>.<\/p><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/ncst-internship-programme-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NCST Internship Programme<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Many Interns Does NBA Select?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NBA<\/strong> normally takes a maximum of 10 interns in one calendar year. However, the official guidelines allow the management to vary this limit at its discretion.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This annual limit is important for applicants because the programme remains open throughout the year, but an open application window does not mean that internship positions are unlimited.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Dates<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> National Biodiversity Authority<\/strong> has not announced a single annual application deadline for the Short-Term Internship Programme. Eligible candidates can submit their applications throughout the year.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Particular<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Current guidelines issued<\/td><td>12 February 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application opening<\/td><td>Applications accepted throughout the year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When to apply<\/td><td>Up to two months in advance of the proposed internship<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Internship duration<\/td><td>1 to 3 months<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fixed annual deadline<\/td><td>Not specified<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, a candidate planning to undertake the internship in December can submit the application in advance, subject to the two-month application provision and availability of internship positions. Candidates should mention their preferred from and to dates clearly in the application form.<\/p><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related : &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/nhai-summer-internship-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NHAI Summer Internship<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents Required<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The documents required depend partly on whether the applicant is studying through a regular, correspondence or distance-learning programme. The official application form asks candidates to provide or indicate the following:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Completed <strong>NBA Short-Term Internship<\/strong> application form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommendation from the competent authority of the academic institution, where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the college for regular students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student ID card for correspondence or distance-learning students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic mark sheets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Degree or provisional degree certificate where the undergraduate degree has already been completed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred internship period<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred internship domain: Scientific or Legal aspects related to biodiversity conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signed declaration or undertaking prescribed by NBA<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Selected candidates must also produce copies of their mark sheets <strong>duly attested by the college<\/strong>. According to the official guidelines, failure to produce the required mark sheets can result in cancellation of the internship.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is an NOC Required?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regular students need an NOC from their college or institution.<strong> NBA <\/strong>has included a prescribed NOC format with the internship guidelines.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NOC should be issued on the institution&rsquo;s letterhead and signed by the Head of Department or Principal. It should confirm that the candidate is a bona fide student and that the institution has no objection to the student undertaking the unpaid internship at NBA for the specified period.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NOC format also requires the institution to confirm that the student is not registered for a course requiring classroom attendance during the proposed internship period and to state the student&rsquo;s conduct record.<\/p><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related: &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/sebi-internship-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEBI Internship <\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application process is offline. Candidates need to download the prescribed internship form from the National Biodiversity Authority website, complete it and send it to NBA by post.<\/p><ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official<a href=\"https:\/\/nbaindia.nic.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\"> <strong>National Biodiversity Authority website<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the guidelines for the Short-Term Internship Programme.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the internship guidelines and prescribed application form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the age, nationality and academic marks requirements before completing the form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your college or university details, registration number and mode of study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mention the proposed internship start and end dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select either <strong>Scientific<\/strong> or <strong>Legal<\/strong> aspects related to Biodiversity Conservation as the internship domain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain the required NOC or institutional recommendation, where applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach the relevant academic and student documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign the declaration or undertaking included with the application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send the completed application through post to the National Biodiversity Authority in Chennai.<\/li>\n<\/ol><p class=\"has-yellow-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/trai-internship-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRAI Internship <\/a><\/strong><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selection Process<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Selection is based on the applicant&rsquo;s academic marks under the eligibility criteria. NBA may also conduct an interview if required.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means applicants should not assume that submitting the form guarantees an internship position. Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions, meet the minimum academic requirement and complete the prescribed application process. Applications from candidates who do not meet the eligibility conditions are automatically rejected.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attendance and Internship Certificate<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interns must maintain at least 75% attendance. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not receive the internship completion certificate.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The certificate is issued only when the intern:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>completes the approved internship duration;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>meets the minimum 75% attendance requirement; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>follows the rules and guidelines prescribed by NBA.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The official certificate format also records the internship period, areas in which the candidate worked and an assessment of the intern&rsquo;s performance.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Will You Do During the NBA Internship?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> National Biodiversity Authority<\/strong> internship gives selected candidates practical exposure to biodiversity conservation and India&rsquo;s biodiversity governance system. Interns work under the supervision of an assigned guide and carry out work related to the area allotted by NBA.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nature of the work may vary depending on whether the candidate is assigned to the <strong>Scientific<\/strong> or <strong>Legal<\/strong> domain and the requirements of the Authority during the internship period.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interns may receive exposure to areas such as:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use of biological resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India&rsquo;s biodiversity governance framework<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implementation of the Biological Diversity Act and related rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access and benefit sharing related to biological resources and associated traditional knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scientific aspects of biodiversity conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal and regulatory aspects of biodiversity conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Functions of the National Biodiversity Authority and other biodiversity institutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International frameworks such as the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Nagoya Protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exact work assignment is decided by NBA. Candidates should therefore not assume that every intern receives the same project or research topic.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rules Interns Must Follow<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> NBA internship<\/strong> includes formal conduct and confidentiality requirements. Selected candidates are expected to follow the rules of the Authority throughout the internship period.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interns must follow the instructions given by their assigned guide or supervising officer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They must maintain the required attendance during the internship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information and documents accessed during the internship must be handled according to NBA&rsquo;s confidentiality requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interns should not use their association with NBA for unauthorised representation or correspondence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official information obtained during the internship should not be shared or published without appropriate permission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interns are expected to maintain professional conduct while working at the Authority.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Should Apply ?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>National Biodiversity Authority Internship<\/strong> is most relevant for eligible students and graduates who want exposure to <strong>biodiversity conservation, environmental governance, biodiversity law or related policy areas<\/strong>.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may be relevant for candidates whose academic or career interests include:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Biodiversity conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Natural resource management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ecology and biological sciences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public policy related to conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access and benefit sharing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditional knowledge and biological resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental regulation and government institutions<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are relevant interest areas and not a separate official list of eligible degrees. NBA defines eligibility through nationality, age, undergraduate study status and academic marks rather than restricting applications to a specific set of degree programmes.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>National Biodiversity Authority Internship 2026<\/strong> is suitable for students and graduates who want short-term exposure to biodiversity conservation and the legal, scientific and institutional framework behind biodiversity governance in India.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The programme does not offer a stipend, but it provides an opportunity to work with the National Biodiversity Authority in Chennai for one to three months. Since applications are accepted throughout the year and NBA normally engages a limited number of interns annually, eligible candidates should plan their preferred internship period in advance and submit the required documents carefully.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The National Biodiversity Authority Internship offers undergraduate students and graduates an opportunity to gain short-term exposure to biodiversity conservation, biodiversity governance and related legal or scientific work. The programme is conducted by the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), which functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, and the internship is &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/national-biodiversity-authority-internship-apply\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">National Biodiversity Authority Internship 2026: Eligibility, Dates, How to Apply<\/span> <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":54785,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[120],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54784","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-internships-volunteering"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54784","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54784"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54784\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":54786,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54784\/revisions\/54786"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/54785"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54784"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54784"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54784"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}