SBI Internship Programs

State Bank of India (SBI) offers internship programs through the SBI Youth for India Fellowship. This is a 13-month paid program focused on rural development in partnership with NGOs.

• Objective: Provide experience in education, health, and livelihoods

• Stipend: ₹15,000–₹16,000 monthly + allowances

SBI also provides specialized student internships in IT and banking technology at centers like Mumbai, offering ₹25,000 monthly for up to 12 months.

SBI Internship Details

• SBI Youth for India Fellowship 2025–26 focuses on social impact

• Age requirement: 21–32 years

• Education: Bachelor’s degree completed as of October 2025

• Eligible nationalities: Indian citizens, Nepal/Bhutan citizens, OCIs

• Final-year students can apply if committing full-time

Application Status

• Applications for 2025–26 closed for most Indian citizens

• Still open for SBI employees, Nepal/Bhutan citizens, OCIs, and NRIs

• Application portal: register.youthforindia.org

• No general “SBI internship vacancy 2025” listed on sbi.co.in/careers, which focuses on jobs rather than broad student programs

RBI Internship Overview

• RBI Summer Internship 2026

• Duration: April–July

• Eligible courses: Economics, Finance, Statistics, or related fields

• Eligible candidates: Postgraduates or final-year undergraduates

• Stipend: ₹20,000 monthly

Important Dates

• Applications opened: October 15, 2025

• Applications closed: December 15, 2025 (now past)

• Candidates should monitor RBI’s Opportunities section for future cycles

Interns work on research, projects, and departmental tasks at RBI offices and are selected through merit-based shortlisting.

RBI Selection Process

• Screening based on:

  • Academics

  • CV

  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)

  • Institution reputation

• Interviews conducted January–February 2026 (virtual/in-person)

Application Requirements

• Apply online via RBI internship portal

• Upload:

  • Photo

  • Signature

  • ID proof

  • Bonafide letter

  • Transcripts

  • SOP

• Choose one Control Office based on institute location

• No exam or application fee required

Application Tips

• For future SBI cycles, prepare essays on rural development passion and leadership

• No prior experience required for SBI Youth for India

• RBI prefers detailed SOPs highlighting finance/economics interests

• Both programs prioritize commitment and clarity

• Track official sites: youthforindia.org and rbi.org.in

• Related opportunities like ICICI bank internships exist but lack 2025 specifics in searches