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Applications
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Aspiring Strategists in Political Intelligence, Research & Electioneering
Build strategy. Shape campaigns. Influence outcomes.
About the fellowship
Built for young strategists who want real political work.
This program is a six-month, high-intensity, hybrid (Online + Offline) internship program designed to groom young students to be political strategists by directly involving them in state-level election strategy, planning and execution; where participants will work closely with experienced political consultants and leadership teams, contributing ideas that translate into real, on-ground political impact. The program paves way for your entry into strategy and electioneering moving beyond theory and media narratives to hands-on strategy, execution, and decision-making.
Eligibility
Age & citizenship
Indian citizens below 25 years of age.
Education
Students pursuing graduation/post-graduation or recent pass-outs.
Language
Proficient in the state's regional language as well as English.
Commitment
Can commit a minimum of 5 hours per day for 6 days a week.
Build with future strategists
Learn how real political work comes together.
Learn how real political work comes together through research, political intelligence, campaigns, communication strategy, and field execution.
This is not a passive classroom programme. Interns contribute to live work, build judgement under pressure, and develop a sharper operating instinct.
The cohort stays intentionally small, with direct mentorship, structured reviews, and strong expectations around consistency and ownership.
Our process
A structured path from application to cohort.
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Evaluation
Assessment & interview
Shortlisted candidates take the aptitude and language proficiency test and move into the first interview round.
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Final round
Conversation with leadership
A focused final interview to assess fit, intent, and readiness for the internship program.
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Cohort begins
Start the programme
Selected interns begin the six-month ASPIRE journey and step into execution mode.
Why should you apply
Exclusive cohort of 20 participants with close mentorship.
Exposure to research, political intelligence, campaigns, communication strategy, and field execution.
Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000 (Additional incentive during election month for top performers).
Certificate of Completion.
Performance-based Letter of Recommendation.
Potential extended opportunity with client management teams.
PPO opportunity for top performance.
Frequently asked
ASPIRE is designed as a hybrid, high-intensity experience with structured assignments, research tasks,
campaign support, mentor interactions, and periodic reviews.
Students and recent graduates under 25 who are deeply interested in politics, elections, research,
communication, and strategy.
Selected interns join a small cohort, receive a stipend, work on real assignments, and may be
considered for longer-term opportunities based on performance and fit.
Applications open now
Ready to apply for ASPIRE 2026?
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