Age Limit & Qualification Requirements for Climate Leadership Internship Phase 2
The Environment Protection & Climate Change Department (EPCCD) has updated its specific eligibility criteria for the CM Punjab Climate Leadership Development Internship Program (Phase-II, Batch-II). Because this is a highly competitive, paid government scheme offering a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000, the system filters applicants based on strict age cut-offs and clear academic thresholds.
To make sure your profile doesn’t get automatically rejected during the digital screening process, review the official qualification parameters and age guidelines below before submitting your form on the portal.
1. Age Limit Requirements
Unlike typical youth programs that begin at 18, the structural rules for Phase-II have clarified the target age bracket for fresh graduates.
- Minimum Age: 20 Years at the time of application.
- Maximum Age: 27 Years at the time of application.
The online portal checks your age automatically using the Date of Birth (DOB) you input during your account setup, which is verified against your NADRA CNIC record.
2. Academic Qualification Criteria
Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree (16 years of education) from a Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognized university. Final-year students completing their final semester are also permitted to apply, provided they can furnish their official transcripts.
The department applies an absolute academic threshold to ensure high competency levels across the board:
📊 Minimum Grade Requirement: Candidates must have secured at least 75% marks under the annual system or a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0 (or 3.75 out of 5.0).
3. Targeted Degree Disciplines & Seat Allocation
The program accepts graduates from multiple academic fields, dividing the total seat quota systematically to address different aspects of climate policy and public action:
| Academic Disciplines | Seat Share | Target Fields |
| Environmental Sciences & Engineering | 60% of Seats | Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Climate Change Studies, or closely related natural sciences. |
| Business, Computer Sciences & GIS | 20% of Seats | Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). |
| Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities | 20% of Seats | Public Policy, Sociology, Mass Communication, Economics, and related social development fields. |
4. Current Employment & Availability Status
Because selected interns are required to attend mandatory digital training via the Learning Management System (LMS) alongside rigorous localized field assignments, you must meet the following availability conditions:
- No Active Jobs: You cannot be employed in any full-time or part-time position during the 3-month program.
- No Simultaneous Enrollments: You must not be actively enrolled in an ongoing, full-time morning degree program that conflicts with field hours.
- Affidavit Required: Shortlisted applicants will be legally required to submit a signed affidavit confirming their complete availability.
Need Assistance? Official Portal & Helpline
Applications must be submitted exclusively online through the centralized government portal at epd.punjab.gov.pk/Climateinternship.
If you face any bugs while entering your academic marks, calculating your percentage, or specifying your degree major, you can contact the central support unit. Dial the official government shortcode helpline at 1373 from your mobile network or landline for immediate technical troubleshooting. Support representatives are accessible between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM during regular working days.
The final date to complete and submit your application is 18 July 2026. Make sure all details match your degree transcripts exactly before hitting submit.
