The Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI) is taking applications for its PvPI Internship Programme 2026. This is an in-person internship in pharmacovigilance that lasts 1, 3 or 6 months. Interns get no pay, and those selected pay a fee of ₹2,000, ₹5,000 or ₹10,000, depending on the length. The programme is open to students pursuing or holding a graduate or postgraduate qualification in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Dental Sciences, Nursing, M.Sc in Clinical Pharmacology or Clinical Research, and Allied Health Sciences. Applications are made through a Google form, and the last date of registration is 31 October 2026.
IPC PvPI Internship Programme 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India |
| Department | National Coordination Centre - Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (NCC-PvPI) |
| Project | Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI) |
| Post Name(s) | PvPI Internship Programme 2026 (Intern) |
| Vacancies | Not Mentioned |
| Tenure | 1 month, 3 months or 6 months |
| Pay | No remuneration |
| Internship Fee | ₹2,000 (1 month), ₹5,000 (3 months), ₹10,000 (6 months) |
| Job Location | NCC-PvPI or ADR Monitoring Centres (AMCs) under PvPI anywhere in India |
| Application Mode | Online (Google form or QR code) |
| Mode of Internship | Physical Mode |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 October 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the selection process.
About IPC PvPI Internship Programme 2026
The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) works under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Its National Coordination Centre - Pharmacovigilance Programme of India is described in the notice as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Pharmacovigilance in Public Health Programmes and Regulatory Services, and is based at Sector-23, Raj Nagar, Ghaziabad-201002. NCC-PvPI started the internship programme to build capacity in pharmacovigilance and to create a trained workforce in the interest of public health. It is meant to help young professionals and students develop skills and gain exposure in the field.
Who Can Apply
The notice says the PvPI Internship Programme 2026 is "open for students who are pursuing or completed graduation/postgraduation in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Dental Sciences, Nursing, M.Sc In (Clinical Pharmacology/Clinical research) and Allied Health Sciences." The notice's poster lists the target participants as follows:
| Discipline | Courses Listed in the Notice |
|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Pharm.D./Ph.D |
| Medical Sciences | MBBS, MD, DM, BAMS or equivalent |
| Nursing | B.Sc./M.Sc. Nursing |
| Dental Sciences | BDS, MDS and Ph.D |
| Allied Health Sciences | M.Sc. Clinical Pharmacology/M.Sc. Clinical Research etc. |
Candidates can apply while still studying or after completing the course. For the discipline-specific eligibility, check the official notification.
Pay and Tenure
Interns can choose an internship of 1, 3 or 6 months. Interns get no remuneration. The notice lists these fees, which are collected from participants for their internship:
| Sr. No. | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Month | ₹2,000/- |
| 2 | 3 Month | ₹5,000/- |
| 3 | 6 Month | ₹10,000/- |
Only selected interns pay the fee. They must pay it within 15 days of receiving an email confirmation from NCC-PvPI. Once paid, the fee will not be refunded.
How to Apply for IPC PvPI Internship Programme 2026
- Open the PvPI Internship Programme 2026 Google form given on the IPC website (the address is in the Important Links table below), or scan the QR code printed on the notice.
- Fill in and submit the registration form by 31 October 2026.
- Selected interns will get an email confirmation from NCC-PvPI.
- Pay the internship fee for the chosen duration within 15 days of receiving that email.
For questions, NCC-PvPI can be contacted at 0120-2800500/2783400 or [email protected].
Important Instructions
- The internship is held in physical mode.
- Selected candidates will be trained either at NCC-PvPI or at AMCs under PvPI anywhere in India.
- Accommodation will not be provided during the internship.
- All interns must carry their own laptop during the internship.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | IPC notice for the PvPI Internship Programme 2026 |
| Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission Official Website | IPC website, News & Highlights |