Tomorrow’s public leaders, policy innovators, and changemakers, your JOURNEY starts here.
If you are driven by purpose and ready to shape the future of governance, trade and technology, the Policy Pioneers Program is your launchpad.
Here’s how you can be a part of this journey!
ELIGIBILITY
The Policy Pioneers Program is crafted for early-career and mid-career professionals and public-policy aspirants who are ready to switch gears and drive change through public policy.
Whether you are a graduate or post-graduate from any discipline—engineering, humanities, business, or sciences, this is your gateway into the world of governance reform, public leadership, and systemic change.
You don’t need a technical background, only an unshakable drive to make an impact.
1. Apply with Purpose
Timeline: 23rd February – Mar 2nd Week: Start by registering on the India House portal. Share your intent, and the values that drive you. Submit your application along with the necessary documents.
2. Get Shortlisted
Timeline: Mar 2nd Week– March End Week: Our review panel of experts, practitioners, and thought leaders will evaluate each application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps.
3. Personal Interview
Timeline: Mar 4th Week – Apr 1st Week: Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview. The interview panel will assess your clarity of thought, commitment to impact, and the drive to lead.
4. Final Selection
Timeline: Mar 3rd Week – April 1st Week: Selected candidates will receive their offer to join the cohort by Early April. The 2026 cohort of the Policy Pioneers Program will begin in the 2nd Week of April.
FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS
PROGRAM FEES
The total fee is ₹ 59,000 + GST, which can be paid in two instalments across the program duration. The program fee includes application fee, tuition fee, access to LMS, program material and other merchandise.
SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT
We encourage applicants who may need financial support to apply for our merit-cum-means based scholarships. The scholarship application follows a separate process and is reviewed independently by our selection committee.