Advance Your Expertise. Drive Societal Impact.
At CPRG, our fellowship programs provide early- and mid-career professionals, graduates, and researchers with the opportunity to engage in applied research, policy analysis, and hands-on governance projects. Fellows develop practical skills, contribute to evidence-based research, and work alongside experts to shape policy and societal outcomes.
Explore our fellowship programs below.
Governance Fellowship
- Duration: 6 months | Full time with field immersion
- Focus: Governance, policy research, and public sector engagement
- The Governance Fellowship offers hands-on experience in public policy research and governance initiatives. Fellows engage with government programs, conduct fieldwork, and develop actionable policy insights to support decision-making in real-world contexts.
Program Highlights:
- Field engagement with government departments and communities
- Mentorship from CPRG researchers and sector experts
- Research outputs, policy briefs, and presentations
- Stipend: ₹25,000 per month (all inclusive)
Transforming Society Through AI Fellowship
- Duration: 6 months | Hybrid (Online + In-Person)
- Focus: AI, technology policy, and socio-economic impact
- The Transforming Society Through AI Fellowship is designed for individuals passionate about understanding and shaping the impact of AI on society. Fellows undertake research projects, write analytical briefs, and complete a capstone project focused on AI adoption, ethics, and policy.
Program Highlights:
- Mentorship from leading researchers and policy experts
- Weekly skill-building sessions and workshops
- Fortnightly analytical briefs (1,000–1,500 words)
- Capstone research project (6,000–8,000 words)
- Exposure to CPRG events, publications, and policy discussions