CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz has officially launched Phase 2 of the Agricultural Graduates Internship Program 2025. This visionary initiative offers monthly scholarships of Rs. 60,000 to 2,000 qualified agri graduates, providing them real-time field experience in the agriculture sector of Punjab.With the slogan Punjab Ki Pehchaan Hunarmand Noujawan this program not only encourages youth participation in agriculture but also bridges the skill gap by engaging them directly in fieldwork. It is part of the broader vision of CM Maryam Nawaz to modernize the agriculture sector, uplift rural livelihoods, and reduce unemployment.
What Is the Agricultural Graduates Internship Program
CM Punjab Agricultural Internship Program 2025 Phase 2 is a practical field-based internship for agriculture graduates. The initiative provides a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 to young agricultural professionals so that they can gain experience in various agricultural departments under the supervision of experienced officers. The program is district-based, meaning the selected interns will work in their respective hometowns, making it accessible and inclusive. From field visits to crop monitoring, agri-engineering practices and land-based problem solving the interns will get exposure to the real agricultural challenges of Punjab.
Why is the Agricultural Graduates Internship Matter
Despite Punjab’s economy being rooted in agriculture, thousands of agri-graduates are unemployed. The program creates:
- Job-ready graduates with field exposure
- Promoting rural development through skilled interventions
- Enhancing capacity in government agricultural departments
- Stronger involvement of youth in agricultural policy and practice
Moreover, a monthly stipend of Rs. 60,000 provides financial support and encouragement to fresh graduates.
What is eligible
CM Punjab Agricultural Graduates Internship Program targets B.Sc Agriculture and B.Sc. (Hons) Agricultural Engineering graduates. Both male and female candidates from all over Punjab can apply.
Important Eligibility Details:
- Must be a resident of Punjab.
- Must have completed B.Sc. Agriculture or B.Sc. (Hons) Agricultural Engineering
- Must not be employed in any government or private sector.
- Apply through the office of Deputy Director Agriculture (Extension) of your respective district.
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How to Apply
Applying is easy and district-centric:
- Visit the office of the Deputy Director Agriculture (Extension) in your home district.
- Submit a complete application along with the required documents (degree, CNIC, domicile, and photographs).
- Once verified, you will be shortlisted and contacted for the internship.
- For assistance, you can call the dedicated helpline: 0800-17000.
For more Information Visit The Government Official Website https://agripunjab.gov.pk/
The government’s vision behind it
This initiative is part of the broader strategy of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz:
- Modernize agriculture by harnessing the potential of youth
- Promote climate-smart and technology-enabled farming
- Encourage self-employment and entrepreneurship
- Support young professionals in rural areas
Combined with other projects like Green Tractor Scheme, Agri Malls and Solar Tube Wells, this internship serves as a strong foundation for sustainable agriculture and rural prosperity.
Conclusion
The CM Punjab Agricultural Graduates Internship Program 2025 Phase 2 is a ray of hope for thousands of unemployed agri-graduates. By offering financial assistance, skill development, and field exposure, this initiative is helping to create a more modern, productive, and youth-driven agriculture sector in Punjab. This is not just an internship, but an investment in Pakistan’s future food security and rural empowerment.
