RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

ni-msme, the pioneer institute in the field of MSME is playing a major role in providing pro-business environment

to foster the progress of MSME towards success and prosperity. The raison detre of this Institute is to assist the

Government in formulating policies for micro, small and medium enterprises and to help the practicing and potential entrepreneurs through a host of services like training, research, consultancy, information, education

and extension.

Set up in 1962, ni-msme has made valuable contributions by creating an impressive record of achievements beyond the Indian shores, enabling other developing countries to get the benefit of the Institute’s facilities and

expertise.

Located in a sprawling and enthralling campus amidst a rich natural setting, ni-msme is well equipped with both physical and academic infrastructure. In keeping with the changing times and technological changes, the

Institute has updated its style of functioning by focusing on the use of IT in every aspect of its activities, but at the same time retaining the wisdom and advantages of deeply ingrained traditional practices.

The core activities are being implemented through Centres like Centre for Industrial Planning and Development

(C-IPD), Centre for Policy Research (C-PR), National Resource Centre for Cluster Development (NRCD), Centre for Promotion of Advanced Management Practices (C-PAMP), Centre for Industrial Credit and Financial Services (C-ICFS), Centre for Logistics and Integrated Materials Systems (C-LAIMS), Centre for Environment Concerns (C-

ECO), Intellectual Property Facilitation Centre for MSMEs (IPFC), Centre for Entrepreneurship and Industrial Extension (C-EIE), Centre for Consultancy and Counselling (C-CC), Centre for Communication and Information

Technology (C-CIT), Small Enterprises National Documentation Centre (SENDOC) as well as cells like Economic

Investigation and Statistical Cell (EISC), ni-msme NGO Network (N-Cube), Women Studies Cell (WSC), Employee Assistance Cell (EAC), Live Projects Cell (LPC), Resource Centre for Traditional Paintings (RCTP), Goods &

Services Tax (GST) Cell and Livelihood Business Incubator (LBI)

The Institute stores and supplies information that helps make a successful entrepreneur who is well versed in the intricacies of business and can participate in business activities intelligently and diligently through its Small

Enterprises National Documentation Centre (SENDOC) and knowledge portal www.msmeinfo.in. Livelihood Business Incubator (LBI) established in 2016 under the Scheme of ASPIRE of Ministry of MSME, GoI for creating a favorable ecosystem for entrepreneurial development in the country.

The Institute has trained more than 5,36,500 participants by organising around 16,000 programmes which includes prospective/existing entrepreneurs and officials from various Ministries of Govt. of India and State Governments till March 2020. The Institute is implementing ITEC Scheme of Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of

India since 1967 and trained more than 10, 350 International Executives from 143 developing countries till March 2020. The Institute has also undertaken more than 945 research and consultancy projects.

The management of the Institute rests with the Governing Council appointed by the Government of India. The

governing body acts through the Director General. The present Director General is Ms. S. Glory Swarupa

National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

(An Organisation of the Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India and ISO 9001-2015 Certified)

ni-msme - the premier Institute

For further details, please contact

Asst. Registrar

National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises(An Organisation of the Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India and ISO 9001-2015 Certified)

Yousufguda, Hyderabad - 500 045, IndiaTel: 91-40-23608544, 23608546, 23608317, 23633499, Fax: 91-40-23608547, 23608956E-mail: registrar@nimsme.org, ar@nimsme.org, Website: www.nimsme.org

Asst. Registrar

(An Organization of the Ministry of MSME, GoI and ISO 9001-2015 Certified)

Yousufguda, Hyderabad – 500 045.

Tel. No: 040-23633260/217 | Email: ar@nimsme.org /registrar@nimsme.org

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (ni-msme)

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About ni-msme

RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

RESEARCH AREAS

The ni-msme, since its inception in 1960 by the Government of India, has taken gigantic strides to become the premier institution for the promotion, development and modernisation of the MSME sector in the country. An autonomous arm of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (M/o.MSME), the Institute strives to achieve its objectives through a gamut of operations ranging from training, consultancy, research, education, and extension services. The Institute has been playing a pro-active role in providing techno-managerial services to foster the progress of MSMEs in the country. Since 1960, the Institute has conducted more than 945 Research & Consultancy Projects and around 16,000 training programmes. The training programmes have benefitted directly more than 10,350 international executives and more than 5,36,500 Indian nationals. The Institute is glad to announce Research Internship Programme for PG, M. Phil and Ph.D. students.

v The Research Internship Programme aims to inculcate and promote research in the areas of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to be undertaken by Post-Graduates students and Research scholars.

v The ni-msme invites Interns from Management, Commerce, Humanities, Economics, Engineering, Public Policy and other related subjects having relevance to MSMEs development.

v They can participate in any of the on-going research projects or initiate their own research projects under guidance of ni-msme Faculty.

ELIGIBILITY

DURATION

PUBLICATION

AWARD OF CERTIFICATE

STIPEND

v Students pursuing Post-Graduation, M.Phil or Ph.D from universities/

institutions recognised by UGC or AICTE.

v Minimum aggregate of 70% marks in previous qualifying examination from

recognised education board/University.

v Excellent documentation and computer skills.

v Good writing skill with proof of any publication.

v Willingness to travel.

The selected interns are required to work full time for 3 to 6 months duration

depending on their project work.

The interns are required to publish minimum one paper out of research work

done at ni-msme.

The certificate will be issued on successful submission of research internship

deliverables namely Report, Presentation and Publication.

The selected interns will be given following fixed stipend

vRs 7,500/- per month for Post Graduate students

v Rs 10,000/- per month for M.Phil / PhD scholars

• Entrepreneurship • Agri-Business

• Skill Development • Enterprise Management Services

• Intellectual Property Rights • Public Policy(IPR)

• Finance and Taxation • Innovation

• Marketing • Environment and waste management

• Information Technology • Trade and Logistics

• Cluster Development • Start Ups

• Technology Upgradation and • Any other with relevance for MSMEQuality Management sector development

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

APPLICATION FORM

1. Name :

2. Date of Birth :

3. Gender (Male/Female) :

4. Address for correspondence :

5. Contact No. :

6. E-mail address :

7. Educational Qualification (Starting from Graduation) :

Sr.No Name of Board/ University/Institute

Degree/ Examination Passed

Period % or CGPA

Subjects

Note: Enclose relevant photocopies of educational qualification certificates

8. Period during which internship is required :

9. Projects undertaken, if any:

Latest passport size photo to be

affixed.

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10. Details of Publications (Enclose extra sheet if required):

11. Why do you want to join this internship and area you wish to work (within 100 words)

12. Names and Contact details of two References from the present Institute or the

Institute(s) last attended

1. ___________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________

I certify that the above information furnished by me is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Date: Signature of the Applicant Place: Name

Authentication of particulars furnished above by the Institute/University

This is to certify that the information furnished by Mr./Ms. ……………………………………

in the application form above is correct to the best of my knowledge.

Recommendations:

Date:

Place: (Name, Signature and seal of HoD)