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Young Scholars Programme

YSP 2027 Admissions
A 5-10 day residential programme for motivated students entering Grades 9-12,
offering an immersive introduction to university life and interdisciplinary learning.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR YSP 2027

Enrolment Process

The application process for Ashoka’s Young Scholars Programme (YSP) is designed to guide applicants through a clear, step-by-step journey. Beginning with an eligibility review, applicants move seamlessly through preparing application materials, selecting their preferred programme edition, and completing a simple online form. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, allowing early applicants to secure limited seats. Once accepted, students complete programme fee payments within a set timeframe to confirm their spot.

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Eligibility for YSP 2027

The Young Scholars Programme welcomes applications from intellectually curious high school students who are interested in exploring diverse ideas and disciplines, regardless of their current academic background.

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Will be entering Grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 during the programme in May or June 2027
  • Have completed Grade 12 but not yet enrolled in an undergraduate programme during YSP
  • Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English

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YSP Application Requirements

Gather required supporting documents and submit your completed application form, ensuring you include:

  • Marksheets: Scanned copies of the original, authorised final marksheet for the academic year 2025-26.
  • Essay: Applicants are required to submit a 250-word essay, which is evaluated on content, clarity, and originality. Essays are checked for plagiarism and AI-generated text, so applicants are encouraged to ensure that their submission reflects their own ideas and writing.
  • Extracurriculars: Briefly describe up to three significant non-academic interests or activities, such as sports, leadership roles, community service, internships, non-academic awards, or creative pursuits. You may also include links to relevant work (e.g., websites, blogs, GitHub) and certificates or proof of involvement, if available. Certificates are mandatory for inter-school or higher-level participation and leadership positions.
  • Application Fee: The INR 1,000/- non-refundable application fee.

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How to Apply

1. Application Preparation and Submission

  • Begin by selecting the ‘Young Scholars Programme’ option from the drop-down menu. Then select the programme you wish to attend, followed by your preferred edition – May (Edition 1) or June (Edition 2).
  • Complete the Application Form by filling in all the details accurately.
  • Upload the required documents.
  • Pay the application fee. The deadline for applying for merit-cum-need-based scholarships is March 14, 2027. Applications for merit-cum-need-based scholarships cannot be submitted after this deadline.

2. Application Review and Enrolment Decision

  • Enrolment decisions are sent by email within 2 weeks of submission. Admitted candidates shall be notified via email containing the payment link for the program fee. If you do not receive a decision within the expected timeframe, write to us at youngscholars@ashoka.edu.in for any clarifications.
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, meaning the earlier you apply, the sooner you may receive an admission decision. Early submission is encouraged, as cohort seats are limited.

3. Final Confirmation

  • Pay the programme fee within 5 days of receiving the offer.
  • Once the programme fee is paid, you will receive an automated payment receipt confirming your place in YSP 2027.
  • Receive the programme guide and pre-arrival information closer to the programme start date.

Programme Fee

Duration  Programme Fees (INR)
5 – Day
  • YSP Entrepreneurship, Business & Leadership (EBL) Essentials
  • YSP Economics, Finance & Markets (EFM) Essentials
  • YSP Policy, Society & International Affairs (PSIA)
  • YSP Psychology, Behaviour & Well-being (PBW)
INR 49,500 + GST
10 – Day
  • YSP Entrepreneurship, Business & Leadership (EBL) Advanced
  • YSP Economics, Finance & Markets (EFM) Advanced
  • YSP Applied Sciences, Innovation & Research (AIR)
  • YSP Artificial Intelligence, Robotics & Computing (ARC)
INR 85,000 + GST

For students attending 10-day programmes, fees include optional stay on campus over the intervening weekend.

Fee covers all on-campus components of the programme, including tuition, meals, housing, curriculum materials, etc.

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Countdown

Get Ready! Applications for YSP 2027 will open on December 1, 2026.
Stay informed and don’t miss out.

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