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.

Anjali Bazzad - Ashoka University

Anjali Bazzad

YIF Class Of 2027

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics and Economics, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi

Bringing the unstoppable energy of a Kabaddi player, Anjali loves diving into the intersection of education, governance, and the environment. Her journey moves from a village Hindi-medium school to studying Mathematics and Economics at LSR, followed by a Teach For India fellowship and corporate operations. Looking ahead, she is driven to impact both the education and climate sectors, aiming to champion women’s agency and build sustainable, community-led models that give people the power to rewrite their own futures.

Anjali Bazzad

Anjali Bazzad

Campus Location

Delhi Office

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