Understanding Transformative Governance Fellowship · Modi@25

Apply to the Fellowship

A structured, merit-based selection process in nine stages. Please read the sections below carefully before starting your application.

Background

About the Fellowship

Rambhau Mhalgi Prabodhini (RMP) is a research and training organization committed to advancing evidence-based governance, public policy, and leadership through academic research, capacity building, and public engagement.

As part of this vision, RMP has established the Understanding Transformative Governance Fellowship, supported by Shri Dilip Piramal, to nurture emerging researchers and policy leaders through a structured, merit-based selection process. The Fellowship aims to build a new generation of researchers, policy professionals, governance practitioners, and socially committed citizens capable of contributing to public policy, democratic participation, and evidence-based governance.

This year marks a significant milestone in Bharat's history as our Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi ji, completes 25 continuous years as elected head of government. Across these years, his distinctive approach to governance, marked by vision and an unwavering emphasis on performance and delivery, has repeatedly earned the renewed mandate of the people. The Modi@25 project seeks to analyse and document the transformative governance, policy and institutional changes brought about during this period, examining the distinctive difference his leadership has made to governance and public administration in Bharat.

Thematic Chapters

Each Fellow will work on one thematic chapter drawn from areas such as:

Governance Identity Welfare Technology Political Communication Infrastructure Security Institutional Models National Identity Administrative Shifts Science

Programme Details

DurationSix-month full-time research programme, November 2026 to May 2027
CohortApproximately ten Fellows, each assigned a specific thematic chapter
SupportA grant of ₹1 lakh per month along with mentorship, research and travel support, institutional facilitation, and editorial guidance
EligibilityPost graduate in any discipline; prior work experience is desired
MentorshipLed by Hon'ble Vice Chairman, RMP, Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe, as Mentor, supported by a leadership group headed by Chairperson of the Fellowship Shri Ajay Singh, former Press Secretary to the President of India, for thematic guidance and editorial oversight

9-Step Selection Process

1EligibilityPost graduate in any discipline; prior work experience desired
2Application SubmissionSubmit your application online
3Application ScreeningApplications are reviewed by the selection team
4Shortlisting of CandidatesPromising applicants move to the next stage
5Tasks / AssignmentsShortlisted candidates complete research-based tasks
6Personal InterviewInteraction with the selection panel
7Final SelectionSelected Fellows are announced
8Verification & AdmissionDocument verification and formal admission
9Orientation & InductionFellows begin their journey
Stage One

Eligibility

The Fellowship is open to emerging researchers, policy professionals, governance practitioners, and socially committed citizens.

Who can apply
  • Post graduate in any discipline
  • Prior work experience is desired
  • Emerging researchers, policy professionals, governance practitioners and socially committed citizens
  • Available full-time for the programme period
Before You Begin

What You'll Need to Apply

The application asks for three substantive pieces of work alongside your personal and educational details. Prepare them before you open the form.

OneWriting Sample1500–2000 words on a topic of your choice related to the Fellowship's thematic focus.
TwoStatement of PurposeThree questions, answered in about 300–500 words each.
ThreeCurriculum VitaeYour CV or resume in PDF or document format, under 10 MB.
Writing sample formatting
  • Font: Times New Roman, size 12
  • Line spacing: 1.15
  • Paragraph spacing: 10 pt above and below
  • Alignment: justified
  • Citations: footnotes / endnotes following the Chicago Manual of Style, 18th edition
Submissions not adhering to the above format may not be considered. Plagiarized submissions will lead to immediate disqualification.
Statement of purpose questions
  • Why do you want to pursue this Fellowship?
  • How do you anticipate this Fellowship will shape your intellectual or professional trajectory over the next three to five years?
  • What perspective or expertise do you believe you would bring to this Fellowship that would add value to its broader objectives?
Submissions exceeding the word limit will not be entertained.

Ready to Apply?

Applications are accepted through the official Fellowship form. Prepare your writing sample, statement of purpose and CV before you begin.