About Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D)
The Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D) was established in 1970 to assist the Central Government in coordinating efforts in Police training and research. It conducts systematic studies on Police and Prison problems and promotes the application of science and technology in police work. The Bureau is responsible for improving and developing training programmes for Police Forces at the Centre and States, as well as for prison personnel of different ranks. Additionally, the BPR&D advises the Ministry of Home Affairs on Police and Prison matters, focusing on technical and operational aspects. It also provides guidance to the Central Government on the development and modernization of Police Forces.
About the Opportunity
The BPR&D initiated its Internship Programme in 2017 to provide students from various Universities and Research Institutes an opportunity to learn about its programmes and activities, while contributing effectively to advancing the objectives of the BPR&D in fulfilling its mandate.
Duration of the Internship
The BPR&D offers two internship plans:
- One-Month Internship (30 days): The total number of working days should be at least 22.
- Two-Month Internship (60 days): The total number of working days should be at least 44.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible Subjects: Students pursuing Post Graduation, M.Phil, or Ph.D. in the following disciplines can apply:
- Criminology
- Sociology
- Social Work
- Psychology
- Law
- Forensic Psychology
- Human Rights
- Public Administration
- Public Policy & Governance
- Information Technology
- Police & Prison Studies
- Cyber Security
- Cyber Forensics & Information Security
- Police & Prison Administration
- Computer Science
- Management
- Other subjects related to Police, Prisons, or Correctional Administration issues.
Stipend
- Selected interns from outside Delhi will be reimbursed Sleeper Class train fare to and from New Delhi via the shortest route.
- All selected interns will receive a stipend of ₹8,000/- per calendar month.
Application and Selection Process for Internship
Application Submission:
- Applications for the internship program will be invited via the BPR&D website.
- Interns must submit their applications by post or email to the designated address before the specified deadline.
- The application form is provided in Annexure-I, and the Undertaking Form in Annexure-II.
Application Requirements:
- Forms must be completed properly and in full. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Applications must be duly signed and sealed by the Head of the Department (HOD)/University. Submissions without this authorization will not be accepted.
Supporting Documents:
Applications without attested copies of mark sheets will not be considered and are subject to rejection.
Official Notification
