What are the key components of the Young India Fellowship?

The YIF is designed to provide a well-rounded, holistic learning experience. Its core elements include Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Courses across diverse fields, Critical Inquiry and Expression (CIE) to hone analytical skills, and an Immersive Experiential Learning Module (ELM) for real-world projects.

What credential will I receive after completion of the Fellowship?

Upon successful completion of the Young India Fellowship, you will be awarded a Post-Graduate Diploma in Interdisciplinary Studies from Ashoka University.

Who is eligible to apply for the Young India Fellowship?

Candidates with a recognised undergraduate degree in any discipline (or equivalent) are eligible to apply, making it a truly multidisciplinary programme. Final-year undergraduate students are also welcome. Work experience is an advantage but not mandatory.

Muskan - Ashoka University

Muskan

YIF Class Of 2027

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Social Work, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Tuljapur

Muskan is a Social Work graduate with a specialization in Rural Development, inspired by the people, cultures, and everyday realities of rural India. She believes that research is most meaningful when it remains connected to lived experiences and strives to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and realities on the ground. Beyond her academic journey, she finds expression through dance, singing, and painting, using art to tell stories of social issues with empathy and purpose. Curious by nature, she loves exploring different cultures and believes that every experience, conversation, and action should contribute to a deeper understanding of people and the world around her.

Muskan

Muskan

Campus Location

Delhi Office

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