Last date
08/03/2026
Reward
Not Available
Qualification
Other
Post
Post Graduate
General information
Scholarship name
YLAC - POLICY IN ACTION PROGRAM
The Policy in Action Program was launched from Delhi in 2016. Delhi’s success and the overwhelming support of our fellows encouraged us to expand the program to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai. Since November 2020, we have also been running editions online. A key highlight of the program today is the diversity of its cohort; each edition attracts participants from a wide range of backgrounds and academic disciplines. Another highlight is the opportunity to work on some of the most pressing policy problems in the country. Through its various editions, Policy in Action fellows have supported the work of MPs from across different regions in India, representing a spectrum of political parties in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, as well as many central and state government ministries and institutions such as NITI Aayog. Our fellows have had the chance to work on a diverse range of issues such as electoral laws, labour reforms, encryption policy, urban homelessness, HDI and malnutrition, to name a few. The opportunity to work on real and live policy issues, along with the chance to interact with experts and learn from a diverse and talented cohort, is the primary appeal of the program today! Particulars Description Name Policy in action program Provided By YLAC
- Region
- Delhi
- Scholarship type
- Private
- Fields
- Other
- For
- Post Graduate
Key dates
Last date to apply: 08/03/2026 The last date to apply for this scholarship is March 08, 2026.
Eligibility
The Policy in Action Program is ideal for those who wish to develop a better understanding of public policy and development. It is designed to give participants a sneak peek into the policymaking process in India, as well as to give them an opportunity to affect real change by working on live projects, while at the same time building on their leadership and communication skills. If you are civic-minded and you want to know how the system works and how it may be pushed, this is the right place for you. In addition to helping you pick up skills to analyze policy, the program will equip you with tools to build influential advocacy campaigns and powerful public narratives. If you are someone who is considering a career in public policy or development, this program will help you get the right exposure. Both the sessions as well as the projects are designed to give you an insight into the different roles available in policy and development. The program will also plug you into a network of professionals in the space and help you tap new opportunities. Many of our fellows from the earlier cohorts have already transitioned into the sector. Undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as young professionals between 20 and 30 years of age are eligible to apply. There are no prerequisites in terms of fields of study or prior experience. Since we work with sitting policymakers, eligibility is restricted to Indian citizens. For online editions of the program, there are no restrictions in terms of residence; candidates living/ working outside India can apply as well. For editions conducted in-person, physical presence at the sessions is required.
Award & availability
Stated amount: Not Available We recognize that all deserving candidates may not have the means to fund their participation in the program. To support such candidates, YLAC offers need & merit based scholarships to a select number of candidates. For the Policy in Action Program, YLAC will offer scholarships worth 50% to 100% of the program fee to the selected candidates. To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must submit an additional essay explaining how they plan to use the learning from the program and why they need a scholarship to attend. They must also submit contact details of two professors or supervisors at work for reference checks. The Policy in Action Program is a highly selective program that receives outstanding applications from a large pool of candidates. Candidates from the best universities and colleges in India and abroad apply to the program. We usually receive upwards of 250 high quality applications for each edition and select 50-65 fellows.
Application
Rs. 16,000 (+ GST @18%) The fee is payable only after an applicant has been selected into the program. In addition to the cost of the program, the fee will cover lunch and refreshments during the in-person sessions. However, costs of local accommodation and travel will have to be borne by the applicants themselves. The program is not residential and applicants are expected to make their own arrangements. Applications to the Delhi edition of the Policy in Action Program are currently open! Interested candidates should submit their responses to the sections/questions below and attach a copy of their latest resume. Word limits, wherever prescribed, should not be exceeded. Applications will be processed in two batches. Candidates who apply on or before the first deadline will be eligible for early decisions. For the others, admission decisions will be announced after the final deadline. Please note that all answers will be run through advanced plagiarism and AI detectors. Applications which indicate plagiarism or the use of AI tools will be directly disqualified. Section I: The basics Section II: Getting to know you
Selection process
The Policy in Action Program aims to select talented young individuals who are committed to strengthening the development and governance ecosystem. Applicants are selected on the basis of their responses to the application form while also considering their resume. We look for logic, nuance and structure as well as motivation and past initiatives. Applications to the Policy in Action Program are processed in two batches. Those applying on or before the first deadline are eligible for early decisions. For the others, admission decisions are announced in a few days after the final applications deadline. The Policy in Action Program is a highly selective program that receives outstanding applications from a large pool of candidates. Candidates from the best universities and colleges in India and abroad apply to the program. We usually receive upwards of 250 high quality applications for each edition and select 50-65 fellows. Fellows come from a diverse range of backgrounds – lawyers, engineers, chartered accountants, anthropologists, economists, political scientists, journalists, architects, writers and even start up evangelists! This diversity of the cohort has become a mainstay of the program and is one of its key highlights today. A majority of the fellows are young professionals. The median age in the program is
- Other Info Refund Policy In case any unforeseen circumstances prevent you from joining the program, you can request our office to initiate the refund process. YLAC will refund 100% of your payment if the request is received 30 days before the beginning of the program. For requests received 15 days before the program, the refund amount shall be 50% of the payment received. YLAC shall not be able to issue any refunds in case the intimation reaches us at a shorter notice.
Contact
If you need any information, please write to us at office@theylacproject.com or call us at +91-11-4307-7660 Apply Now https://theylacproject.com/policy-in-action-program/