CM Punjab Climate Leadership Development Internship Program 2026 – Apply Online at epd.punjab.gov.pk (Phase-II)
The CM Punjab Climate Leadership Development Internship Program 2026 (Phase-II, Batch-II) is a paid government internship run by the Environment Protection & Climate Change Department, Punjab. Selected candidates receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 across a 3-month placement focused on climate action, pollution control, and community awareness work. Applications are submitted online at epd.punjab.gov.pk/Climateinternship, with the current batch closing on 18 July 2026.
What is the CM Punjab Climate Leadership Internship?
Punjab’s air quality problem has grown too large for government departments to handle on their own, particularly during the winter smog season. Rather than relying only on policy notices and enforcement drives, the Environment Protection & Climate Change Department created this internship to put trained young people directly into that effort — visiting neighbourhoods, running awareness sessions, and gathering the kind of on-ground environmental data that desk-based planning can’t capture.
This is now the second phase of the programme. The structure carries over from the first batch: a three-month paid placement, a mix of digital training and fieldwork, and a stipend that makes the internship genuinely accessible to fresh graduates who can’t afford to work unpaid. What’s changed for Phase-II is simply the intake — a new batch of seats, a new application window, and a closing date of 18 July 2026.
Same process, new batch
If you looked into the Phase-I internship earlier in the year, the eligibility rules, required documents, and step-by-step application process are functionally the same for Phase-II. The main things that changed are the batch number and the closing date — everything below reflects the current Phase-II intake.
What selected interns receive
Rs. 60,000 Monthly
Paid every month for the full three-month duration of the internship.
Official Completion Certificate
Issued by the department once the internship is completed successfully.
Real Government Work Exposure
Hands-on involvement in environmental policy and field-level sustainability projects.
Access to Experts & Officials
Direct interaction with environmental professionals and department staff throughout the placement.
Leadership & Communication Growth
Community engagement and public-facing work builds practical soft skills fast.
50% Seats for Women
Half of all available seats are specifically reserved for female applicants.
Who can apply for Phase-II?
The core eligibility criteria carried over from Phase-I, based on the department’s published requirements.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Residency | Must be a permanent resident of Punjab with a valid domicile certificate |
| Age | Typically 18–25 years, consistent with earlier phases — confirm the exact range on the current application form |
| Education | Graduate or final-year student at a recognised university |
| Identity Document | Valid CNIC issued by NADRA |
| Area of Interest | Genuine interest in environmental protection, climate change, or sustainability work |
| Application Accuracy | All academic and personal details submitted online must be accurate and verifiable |
Because this is a government-run programme, minor details in age range or academic cut-offs can be refined between batches. Always cross-check the fine print on the live application page before assuming you qualify.
Documents you’ll need to apply
Identity & Residency
- CNIC copy issued by NADRA
- Punjab domicile certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph
Academic & Contact Details
- Degree certificates or academic transcripts
- Active mobile number (used for verification)
- Working email address (used for OTP and login)
How to apply online, step by step
The entire process runs through the official portal — there’s no paper submission option.
Visit the official application page
Go directly to epd.punjab.gov.pk/Climateinternship. This is the specific internship page under the department’s official domain.
Create your account
Register with your full name exactly as it appears on your CNIC, along with your CNIC number, gender, date of birth, domicile district, address, and an active mobile number.
Verify your account by email OTP
A one-time verification code is sent to the email address you provide. Enter it to activate your account before continuing.
Remember: one CNIC can only be used to create one account. Duplicate registrations are typically rejected.Log in and complete the application form
Sign in with your registered email and password, then fill in your educational background, including your academic marks and institution details.
Upload your documents
Attach clear scans of your CNIC, Punjab domicile certificate, educational certificates, and a fresh passport-size photograph.
Review carefully and submit
Check every field against your original documents before submitting. Once submitted before 18 July 2026, your application enters the review queue.
Logging back into your account
If you’ve already registered, you don’t need to sign up again — just log in to continue your application or check its status.
Lost access to your password? Use the “Forgot Password” option on the login page — a reset link is sent to your registered email address. New applicants who haven’t registered yet need to create an account first; the login screen won’t work without one.
How candidates are selected
1. Application Review
Every submitted application is checked for completeness before moving further in the process.
2. Document Verification
CNIC details, domicile status, and educational records are verified against what was submitted.
3. Merit-Based Shortlisting
Candidates are ranked primarily on academic performance and the strength of their application.
4. District-Wise Quota Allocation
Seats are distributed across Punjab’s districts rather than concentrated in one region, with 50% reserved for female candidates.
5. Merit List Announcement
Successful applicants are published on the official portal, with interview or test schedules — where applicable — communicated through the LMS or by email.
What interns actually work on
Climate Awareness Campaigns
Running community sessions that explain smog, pollution, and safe environmental practices in plain language.
Environmental Data Collection
Recording and analysing local air and water quality readings to support department reporting.
Pollution Monitoring Projects
Contributing to initiatives specifically aimed at improving air quality in affected districts.
Community Engagement
Organising workshops and door-to-door sessions on waste disposal and eco-friendly habits.
Tree Plantation Drives
Taking part in plantation campaigns as part of the province’s wider green cover targets.
Capstone Project
Every intern finishes the programme with an original research project proposing a solution to a real environmental problem.
How interns are trained
Training runs alongside the fieldwork rather than replacing it. Interns study climate governance and environmental policy through a Learning Management System (LMS), receive direct mentorship from experienced professionals in the department, and are expected to apply what they learn in real community settings almost immediately. The combination — structured coursework plus supervised field exposure — is designed to produce interns who can talk credibly about climate policy and also actually run a plantation drive or awareness session on the ground.
Phase-II Batch-II timeline
| Milestone | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | July 2026 |
| Application Window | Now open |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 July 2026 |
| Test / Interview Schedule | To be announced via LMS or email to shortlisted candidates |
Common questions about Phase-II
18 July 2026. Applications submitted after this date for the current batch will not be considered.
No — the core requirements around domicile, age, education, and CNIC are consistent with the first phase. Always confirm exact figures on the live application page, since minor adjustments between batches are possible.
Selected interns are paid Rs. 60,000 per month for the full three-month duration.
Yes. Each phase runs its own application and merit list, so being unsuccessful in an earlier batch doesn’t prevent you from applying again.
Directly at epd.punjab.gov.pk/Climateinternship. Avoid any other website claiming to process applications on the department’s behalf.
It’s a paid government internship, with the stipend disbursed monthly throughout the three-month term.
Check your spam or junk folder first, and allow a few minutes before requesting a new code. OTP verification is mandatory and can’t be skipped.
Applications close 18 July 2026
Gather your CNIC, domicile, and academic documents now, then apply through the official portal before the deadline.
Apply at epd.punjab.gov.pk