A fresh BSc (Hons) Agriculture degree does not always lead to a job in the field. Punjab’s paid internship tries to bridge that gap by sending graduates to work with farmers directly, with a monthly stipend attached.
The 2026 round has now closed, but the details matter if you are planning for the next one.
Quick Overview
- The 2026 round offered 1,500 internships for agriculture graduates.
- Monthly stipend: Rs70,000, up from Rs60,000 in the previous round.
- Last date to apply was 30 July 2026, so this round is closed.
- Forms went to the Deputy Director Agriculture (Extension) in each district.
- A next phase has been mentioned by officials but no dates are published.
What Is the Internship Programme?
The Chief Minister’s Agriculture Internship Programme places graduates in the field as advisers to farmers. Officials said on 1 July 2026 that 3,000 interns were advising farmers on 12 million acres.
They also reported that around 30 per cent of interns had found permanent jobs, with overall placement near 50 per cent. These are government figures and we could not verify them independently.
Who Was Eligible?
For the 2026 round, reports quoting the Agriculture Department listed:
- BSc (Hons) Agriculture degree or equivalent
- Domicile of the district where you apply
- Age 27 or younger on the closing date
- No previous benefit from a similar government internship
Seats were distributed district by district, so competition varied. The earlier phase also admitted BSc (Hons) Agricultural Engineering graduates, so read each notice carefully.
Stipend and Benefits
Interns receive Rs70,000 per month in the 2026 round, plus field experience in extension work. The programme sits alongside the Kissan Card and tractor schemes, so interns often help farmers use those services.
We did not find confirmation of the internship’s exact duration in the 2026 notice. Check the department’s advertisement.
How to Apply
The 2026 process worked like this:
- Download the form from the Punjab Agriculture Department website or collect it from your district office.
- Fill it in completely.
- Attach academic certificates, CNIC and domicile.
- Submit to the Deputy Director Agriculture (Extension) of your district.
- Await shortlisting.
The Agriculture helpline is 0800-17000.
Documents Required
- Completed application form
- Degree and transcripts
- CNIC copy
- Domicile certificate
- Any other documents listed in the advertisement
Important 2026 Status
Closed. The 2026 deadline of 30 July has passed. The 1 July 2026 meeting mentioned 1,500 more graduates in the next phase, but no new application window has been announced.
Phase 2 in 2025 offered 2,000 seats at Rs60,000, with an 8 August 2025 deadline, so the department has tended to advertise in July and August.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying outside your domicile district
- Submitting an incomplete form, which was warned against
- Missing the date by a day
- Trusting sites that claim “open applications” after closure
- Ignoring the age limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still apply in October 2026?
No new round was advertised. Watch the Agriculture Department site.
Is it only for BSc Hons Agriculture?
The 2026 notice named that degree. Other degrees may be added in other rounds.
Is the stipend taxed or fixed?
We did not find that detail. Check the offer letter.
How is this connected to the farm schemes?
Interns support the Kissan Card and Green Tractor Scheme outreach. Their advisory role reaches farmers who may not use apps.
Are there other internships?
A separate shrimp aquaculture internship with a Rs100,000 stipend and an August 2026 deadline was reported, but it is a different programme.
Final Takeaway
If you missed the 2026 round, prepare now. Keep certificates attested, confirm your age window and check the Agriculture Department site in the summer months.
This is an independent informational guide and is not an official government website.
