The University Grants Commission (UGC) announces research internship incentives for fourth-year undergraduate students, providing stipends, insurance, and academic credits. UGC's guidelines mandate companies to offer fixed stipends for student internships. Educational institutions must appoint nodal officers for internships, encouraging joint research projects and industry involvement in career counselling. The move aligns with the National Education Policy 2020, emphasizing mandatory internships to enhance students' employability. Institutions will conduct surveys for local market needs, tailoring internship projects accordingly, and integrating them with skill development courses.