Applications Invited for Mukherjee Fellowship

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About the Organization

The Policy, Politics and Governance Foundation (PPGF) was established to create exclusive opportunities for students and young professionals interested in the fields of policy, politics and governance.

About the Fellowship

The Policy, Politics and Governance Foundation (PPGF

Presents young professionals with an immersive hands-on experience in policymaking and political strategy consulting.

The Fellowship intends to empower passionate students and exceptional professionals with the necessary skill set to succeed in policy making and political strategy consulting. After completing a customized training program, Fellows will be assigned to work at the offices of leading policymakers, public leaders, and administrators, providing them with valuable insights into policymaking and politics.

The Mukherjee Fellowship is a full-time programme that provides an opportunity to young graduates and professionals to work with senior political leaders and policy makers at the heart of Indian politics and policy.

Mukherjee Fellows work on political strategy, legislative research, media communications, election campaigning and undertake many more impactful responsibilities transforming how India is governed.

The Fellowship opens doors to a future in leadership, public policy, and political strategy consulting. Post their initial training, Mukherjee Fellows have gone on to work in the offices of Chief Ministers, Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, Members of Parliament and senior political leaders contributing significantly in matters of policy making and political strategy consulting.

The Mukherjee Fellowship is a launchpad for young professionals aspiring to contribute to nation-building and looking to catalyze the future of India.

Mukherjee Fellowship Structure

Theoretical Learning Module

Before deployment, Fellows undergo intensive classroom training led by subject matter experts, covering:

• Understanding Indian Society - Analyzing political, social, and cultural frameworks.
• Political Campaigns & Communications 101 - Strategies for elections, media relations, and voter engagement
• Understanding Parliamentary Procedures - Insights into legislative processes and policymaking.
• Law and Economics in India - Decoding the intersection of governance, law, and fiscal policies.

Experiential Learning Module

After completing their training, Fellows are placed in the offices of leading public figures, gaining hands-on exposure to:

• Drafting inputs on bills, parliamentary questions, and policy discussions
• Managing social media and political communications
• Assisting in election campaigns and constituency strategy
• Conducting in-depth policy research and legislative analysis

Eligibility

• Indian citizens only
• Aged 25 or under (born on or after
• January 1, 2001 for 2026-27 cohort)
• Recent graduates or final-year university students

How to Apply

Apply on or before: 1st February 2026

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