IWAI Intern Recruitment 2025: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has announced its Internship Program 2025-26 for undergraduate, postgraduate, and research students. IWAI, under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, offers a valuable opportunity for young academic talent to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the development of Inland Water Transport (IWT) in India.
This article provides detailed information on IWAI Recruitment 2025, including eligibility criteria, the number of vacancies, and the application process.
IWAI Intern Recruitment 2025 – Overview
- Organization: Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
- Department: Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways
- Scheme Name: The Inland Waterways Authority of India Internship Scheme
- Location: IWAI Headquarters (Noida) and Regional/Project Offices across India
- Duration: Minimum 1 month to a maximum of 3 months (extendable to 6 months in exceptional cases)
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for IWAI Internship 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
1. Educational Qualification
- Undergraduate Students: Must have obtained at least 75% marks in the 12th examination.
- Postgraduate Students: Must have obtained at least 60% marks in graduation.
- Research Scholars: Must have obtained at least 60% marks in post-graduation.
2. Eligible Fields/Disciplines
Internships are available in the following areas:
- Marine Engineering
- Hydrography
- Fairway Development
- River Information Systems
- Traffic and Cargo Handling
- Terminal Planning and Operations
- Vessel Operations
- Navigation & Vessel Traffic Management Systems
- River Cruises & Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route
- Capacity Building
- Finance, Administration & HR
- Information Technology Related to Water Transport
- Legal and Regulatory Affairs
Vacancy Details for IWAI Intern Recruitment 2025
Region-wise Allocation of Interns for 2025-26:
- Head Office, Noida: 8 PG Interns and 4 UG Interns
- Kolkata Regional Office: 3 PG Interns and 2 UG Interns
- Kochi Regional Office: 1 PG Intern and 1 UG Intern
- Patna Regional Office: 2 PG Interns and 1 UG Intern
- Guwahati Regional Office: 1 PG Intern (No UG Interns)
- Varanasi Regional Office: 1 UG Intern
- Bhubaneshwar Regional Office: 1 UG Intern
Total Number of Interns:
- Postgraduate/Research Scholar Interns: 15
- Undergraduate Interns: 10
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How to Apply for IWAI Internship 2025
- Interested candidates should apply by sending their applications in the prescribed format (Annexure-A) to:
The Secretary, Inland Waterways Authority of India,
A-13, Sector-1, Noida-201301. - Application Format: Available on the official website – www.iwai.nic.in
- Documents Required:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover Letter
Marksheet/Certificate (as proof of educational qualification)
Letter from Head of Department/Principal stating the candidate’s current status and “No Objection” for undertaking the internship.
IWAI Intern Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
- Applications will be scrutinized by the Head Office/Directorate of IWAI.
- Selection will be based on academic performance, knowledge, and area of interest.
- IWAI retains the discretion to choose the most suitable candidate among the applicants.
- Interns will be attached to a Director/Deputy Director-level officer in the concerned division.
IWAI Intern Recruitment 2025 – Important Link
Official Website Link
Official Notification Link
