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.

Sushmitha M - Ashoka University

Sushmitha M

YIF Class Of 2027

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electronics & Electrical Communications, IIT Kharagpur

MBA Digital Transformation Immersion, University of California, Irvine

Sushmitha is a go-getter who believes in living her dreams, not just dreaming about them. She believes in progress over perfection and learns best by taking action. Her journey includes early struggles in academics, strong personal growth at IIT Kharagpur, and the courage to pursue an MBA in the USA despite social pressure. Life challenges taught her confidence, independence, and resilience. Today, she runs an EdTech startup that helps students who want to study abroad. She enjoys simple things like bird watching and morning tea, and she aims to create impact by guiding and mentoring young students.

Sushmitha M

Sushmitha M

Campus Location

Delhi Office

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