SAI Internship 2026 Launched For MYAS, SAI, NADA And NDTL, Online Applications Open Till 31 January
The Sports Authority of India along with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports is offering structured internship opportunities across its key organisations including SAI, NADA and NDTL. Candidates who want to understand how sports governance, anti-doping systems, elite athlete support and sports administration work in India can check educational qualification requirements, stipend details, internship duration and selection process explained below.
| Program Name | SAI Internship Programme 2026 |
| Organizations | MYAS, Sports Authority of India (SAI), NADA, NDTL |
| Total Internships | Around 452 interns per year (estimated) |
| Eligibility | UG (event/media), PG, PhD students or recent graduates in relevant disciplines |
| Stipend | ₹20,000/month (PG), ₹10,000/month (UG – event/media only) |
| Last Date To Apply | 31 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
The Sports Authority of India (SAI), working under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, has officially announced the SAI Internship 2026 programme in collaboration with MYAS and its autonomous bodies NADA and NDTL. This large-scale internship initiative is aimed at students, research scholars and young professionals who wish to gain real-time exposure in sports science, management, policy, legal frameworks, media, IT and laboratory sciences. The internships will be offered at SAI Headquarters, regional centres, National Centres of Excellence, MYAS offices, NADA and NDTL locations, with applications open online till 31 January 2026.
The SAI Internship Programme 2026 has been designed in line with the National Sports Policy and Khelo Bharat Niti 2025. The programme focuses on strengthening clean sport practices, youth participation, professional sports administration and capacity building within India’s sports ecosystem. Interns selected under this scheme will work closely with professionals handling elite athlete development, sports science research, policy formulation, anti-doping education and laboratory testing, giving them hands-on learning beyond classroom education.
The internship opportunities are being offered by the Sports Authority of India under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports along with its autonomous institutions National Anti-Doping Agency and National Dope Testing Laboratory. Internships will be available in sports science, sports management, legal affairs, IT systems, media and communications, policy research, anti-doping education and laboratory-based scientific work.
As per the notification, around 452 interns are expected to be engaged annually across all organisations. SAI will engage interns at its headquarters, stadia, regional centres and National Centres of Excellence, while MYAS will place interns at headquarters and national sports federations. NADA and NDTL will offer specialised internships in anti-doping policy, public health, statistics and laboratory sciences. The intake varies by organisation and discipline, with sports science interns forming the largest group, followed by SAI administrative and MYAS interns.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be Indian nationals, although foreign nationals may be considered for NADA and NDTL internships with appropriate clearance. Final-year students, recent graduates, postgraduates and PhD or research scholars from relevant disciplines are eligible to apply. Candidates pursuing or having completed studies in sports science, law, nutrition, management, IT, media, public policy, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology or related fields can apply as per the specific internship role. Submission of a Statement of Purpose is mandatory, and candidates currently enrolled in academic institutions must provide a No Objection Certificate. A candidate can avail internship only once at each academic level such as UG, PG or PhD.
Age Limit
The minimum age for applying is 20 years. The preferred upper age limit is 25 years, which may be relaxed for postgraduate students, doctoral candidates and research scholars depending on the internship requirements.
Stipend And Benefits
Postgraduate level interns will receive a stipend of ₹20,000 per month, while undergraduate interns applying for event or media-related roles will receive ₹10,000 per month. In addition to the stipend, interns will be provided access to sports science laboratories, training facilities and digital infrastructure. Official travel, if assigned, will be reimbursed as per applicable TA/DA rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be carried out through an online application submitted on the centralized portal. Applications will be scrutinized based on eligibility conditions, academic performance, Statement of Purpose and availability of NOC where required. Merit lists will be prepared using marks obtained in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation. Final selection may include interaction or interview by a committee depending on the internship category. For short-term or event-based assignments, a fast-track selection process may also be adopted.
How To Apply
- Visit the official SAI jobs portal at https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/saijobs
- Register using valid credentials and fill out the online application form
- Upload required documents including proof of date of birth, educational certificates, Statement of Purpose, NOC if applicable, photograph and signature
- Review the application carefully and submit it before 31 January 2026 by 5:00 PM
Important Dates
The first batch application window opens in the first week of December, with results expected by the end of December and joining scheduled for 15 January. The second batch application deadline is 31 January 2026. The next cycle of internships is expected to open in the first week of June, with joining in mid-July.
Internship Duration And Certification
The internship duration will be six months. Interns must maintain at least 75 percent attendance and submit weekly progress reports along with a final project report. On successful completion, a digital certificate will be issued through DigiLocker. The internship does not guarantee employment and may be terminated early in cases of misconduct, absenteeism or unsatisfactory performance.
You can download the official PDF notice here or see SAI recruitment page for more details.
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