Overview

• Online applications opened on June 30 with candidates assessed on leadership, civic perspective and administrative insight.
• A one-day intensive boot camp will host 300 shortlisted applicants for workshops, expert interactions and an essay evaluation.
• 150 successful participants will embark on a three-phase internship covering administrative training, fieldwork across 70 constituencies and policy drafting.
• Interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹20,000 and work alongside senior officials on projects in urban mobility, healthcare, waste management and digital innovation.
• The cohort’s top two policy papers will be presented to Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, reinforcing participatory development aligned with the 'Amrit Peedhi' vision.