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The Mukherjee Fellowship is a full-time programme that provides an opportunity to young graduates and professionals to work with senior political leaders and policy makers at the heart of Indian politics and policy.
Mukherjee Fellows work on political strategy, legislative research, media communications, election campaigning and undertake many more impactful responsibilities transforming how India is governed.
The Fellowship opens doors to a future in leadership, public policy, and political strategy consulting. Post their initial training, Mukherjee Fellows have gone on to work in the offices of Chief Ministers, Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, Members of Parliament and senior political leaders contributing significantly in matters of policy making and political strategy consulting.
The Mukherjee Fellowship is a launchpad for young professionals aspiring to contribute to nation-building and looking to catalyze the future of India.
Mukherjee Fellowship
The Mukherjee Fellowship is a full-time programme that provides an opportunity to young graduates and professionals to work with senior political leaders and policy makers at the heart of policy, politics and governance in India.
Mukherjee Fellows work on political strategy, legislative research, media communications, election campaigning and undertake many more impactful responsibilities transforming how India is governed. Post their initial training, Mukherjee Fellows have gone on to work in the offices of Chief Ministers, Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, Members of Parliament and senior political leaders participating significantly in nation-building through their initiatives and contributions.
Accelerating India Fellowship
Accelerating India Fellowship is a one-year immersive program designed to support exceptional individuals in producing book-length works that explore critical issues across culture, society, technology, economy, and politics. These works aim to contribute actionable ideas, historical insights, and visionary pathways to accelerate India's development and leadership in the 21st century. Along with generating such frontier ideas, another important goal of the Fellowship program is to nurture the next generation of bold young thinkers who can reimagine India’s trajectory through fresh, dynamic, and impactful approaches.
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ICPC Internship
The Introduction to Political Consulting (ICPC) Internship, offered by the Policy, Politics and Governance Foundation (PPGF), is a paid, three-module program designed for students and young professionals exploring careers in policy, politics, and governance. It is ideal for final or penultimate-year students seeking real-world experience in public policy and political consulting.
• Module 1: A self-paced online course covering Indian democracy, electioneering, economic policy, macroeconomics, the Constitution, and parliamentary processes.
• Module 2: A one-month offline internship with a political campaign or legal research team drafting government policy.
• Module 3: Provides select interns the chance to work directly with political leaders and ministers.
With a stipend of up to ₹20,000, ICPC offers hands-on exposure to the functioning of political campaigns and policymaking teams. Interns gain practical experience and a real-time understanding of India's political landscape.
The program blends academic learning with on-ground experience, making it a strong foundation for those pursuing policy or consulting careers after graduation. With over 25 successful batches and 600+ interns placed so far, ICPC is a proven launchpad into India's political ecosystem.
LeadersFind Value in Our Programmes!
The Mukherjee Fellows in our office displayed remarkable professionalism, work ethic and political attitude. They embraced the work promptly and established a close connection with on ground volunteers. Their knowledge of the Marathi electorate was invaluable to our team, greatly contributing to the election campaign!
Shri Piyush Goyal
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry
The Mukherjee Fellow in our office made invaluable contributions across various domains displaying exceptional professionalism and dedication. His political work was outstanding including work on issue briefs and talking pointers. His policy work was exceptional too with his contribution to the CM Dashboard Project invaluable.
Dr Pramod Sawant
Chief Minister, Goa
The Mukherjee Fellow has shown exceptional reliability and zeal throughout her fellowship. During the General Elections of 2024, she skillfully managed the entire Assembly Constituency of Mahanga, demonstrating her capability and dedication. The Fellow’s overall performance has been commendable.
Shri Baijayant ‘Jay’ Panda
Member of Parliament, Kendrapara
The Mukherjee Fellow has been sincere, proactive, and conducted herself professionally. She efficiently handled all legislative work for the office. I suggest that future Fellows be taught to develop outreach programs to enhance their contributions further.
Smt Vanathi Srinivasan
MLA, Tamil Nadu
Leaders Find Value in Our Programmes!
The Mukherjee Fellows in our office displayed remarkable professionalism, work ethic and political attitude. They embraced the work promptly and established a close connection with on ground volunteers. Their knowledge of the Marathi electorate was invaluable to our team, greatly contributing to the election campaign!
Shri Piyush Goyal
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry
The Mukherjee Fellow in our office made invaluable contributions across various domains displaying exceptional professionalism and dedication. His political work was outstanding including work on issue briefs and talking pointers. His policy work was exceptional too with his contribution to the CM Dashboard Project invaluable.
Dr Pramod Sawant
Chief Minister, Goa
The Mukherjee Fellow has shown exceptional reliability and zeal throughout her fellowship. During the General Elections of 2024, she skillfully managed the entire Assembly Constituency of Mahanga, demonstrating her capability and dedication. The Fellow’s overall performance has been commendable.
Shri Baijayant ‘Jay’ Panda
Member of Parliament, Kendrapara
The Mukherjee Fellow has been sincere, proactive, and conducted herself professionally. She efficiently handled all legislative work for the office. I suggest that future Fellows be taught to develop outreach programs to enhance their contributions further.
Smt Vanathi Srinivasan
MLA, Tamil Nadu