Call for Applications: for RAAH Policy Fellowship 2026, Application Deadline: 8 August 2026
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RAAH Policy Fellowship 2026
Understanding How Public Policy Works in Practice.
Cohort 2 | Hybrid Fellowship
August – September 2026 | Application Deadline: 8 August 2026
About RAAH Fellowship
The RAAH Policy Fellowship is a six-week selective fellowship designed to help emerging policy professionals understand how public policy is designed, implemented, and evaluated within real institutional settings. Through sectoral engagements with senior civil servants, case-study based policy diagnostics, applied mentorship sessions, and a final policy advisory simulation, fellows develop the analytical capabilities required to engage with complex public challenges across governance sectors. The Fellowship includes an exclusive in-person diplomatic roundtable at MICCIA, New Delhi, with three distinguished ambassadors, opportunities to contribute to a policy book alongside practitioners, access to curated public policy resources and continued mentorship support for four months beyond the Fellowship under the guidance of Shri J.K. Dadoo, IAS (Retd.), as well as a capstone policy simulation and certificate ceremony at the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi. Designed for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of governance in practice, the Fellowship emphasises institutional understanding, policy reasoning, and applied problem-solving for careers in public policy and governance
Duration and Format
Duration: 6 Weeks
Total Sessions: 22
Mode: Hybrid
The Fellowship is designed as a structured, cohort-based policy learning experience comprising:
- Sectoral Policy Engagements with Secretary and Joint Secretary level civil servants.
- Real-World Governance Case Studies and Policy Diagnostics
- Applied Policy Mentorship and Portfolio Development
- Extended Policy Resources and Continued Mentorship Support for Four Months Beyond the Fellowship under the Guidance of Shri J.K. Dadoo, IAS (Retd.)
- Policy Book Publication Opportunity for Selected Fellows
- Diplomatic Roundtable with Three Distinguished Ambassadors at MICCIA, New Delhi
- Policy Career Opportunities Repository across the Public Policy and Governance Ecosystem
- Capstone Policy Advisory Simulation and Certificate Ceremony at the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi
Who Should Apply
The Fellowship is designed for individuals seeking to understand how public institutions function, how policy decisions are shaped, and how complex governance challenges can be analysed and addressed.
The Fellowship is particularly suited for:
- Students and researchers interested in development, public systems, governance, and applied policy research
- Young professionals seeking structured exposure to policymaking, government systems, and institutional decision-making
- Professionals transitioning into public policy from diverse domains seeking a rigorous foundation in policy analysis and practice
- NRIs and international participants seeking deeper engagement with India’s governance and public policy ecosystem
The Fellowship welcomes applicants from diverse academic disciplines and professional backgrounds. No prior experience in public policy is required.
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