Call for Grant Applications -SBI Youth for India Fellowship
Organisation Name:
SBI Foundation and Youth For India
Application Deadline:
Always open
About Organisation
The SBI Youth for India Fellowship provides financial assistance and professional support to young individuals passionate about rural development. Fellows receive a monthly stipend to cover living, transportation, and project-related expenses. Additionally, they benefit from mentorship, accommodation assistance, and access to a network of NGOs working in diverse fields. The program is designed to offer hands-on experience in implementing social projects in rural communities, ensuring both professional growth and social impact. The fellowship supports initiatives in areas such as education, healthcare, environmental conservation, and women’s empowerment, among others. Fellows work closely with partner NGOs and community members to design and execute innovative solutions to pressing rural challenges. Upon successful completion of the fellowship, participants receive a readjustment allowance, ensuring a smooth transition post-fellowship. Travel costs, including return train fare and training-related expenses, are covered. Health and personal accident insurance are also provided, ensuring fellows’ safety during their tenure. This grant is an opportunity for young professionals to immerse themselves in rural development, contribute meaningfully, and build skills for a future in social impact, policy-making, and grassroots leadership.
About the Grant
The SBI Youth for India Fellowship provides financial assistance and professional support to young individuals passionate about rural development. Fellows receive a monthly stipend to cover living, transportation, and project-related expenses. Additionally, they benefit from mentorship, accommodation assistance, and access to a network of NGOs working in diverse fields. The program is designed to offer hands-on experience in implementing social projects in rural communities, ensuring both professional growth and social impact. The fellowship supports initiatives in areas such as education, healthcare, environmental conservation, and women’s empowerment, among others. Fellows work closely with partner NGOs and community members to design and execute innovative solutions to pressing rural challenges. Upon successful completion of the fellowship, participants receive a readjustment allowance, ensuring a smooth transition post-fellowship. Travel costs, including return train fare and training-related expenses, are covered. Health and personal accident insurance are also provided, ensuring fellows’ safety during their tenure. This grant is an opportunity for young professionals to immerse themselves in rural development, contribute meaningfully, and build skills for a future in social impact, policy-making, and grassroots leadership.
Who can Apply?
The SBI Youth for India Fellowship is open to young individuals who are committed to creating social impact through rural development projects. Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree before October 1, 2025. The fellowship is available to Indian citizens, citizens of Nepal or Bhutan, and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI). Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years old at the start of the program, meaning they should have been born between August 5, 1993, and October 6, 2004. The ideal applicant should be passionate about working in rural communities, possess problem-solving skills, and be willing to adapt to rural life challenges. Prior experience in social work, leadership roles, or community engagement is beneficial but not mandatory. The fellowship seeks individuals with a strong commitment to social change and the ability to work independently while collaborating with NGOs and local communities. The selection process assesses motivation, leadership potential, and the ability to drive change in underserved areas. Applicants must be willing to dedicate 13 months to full-time engagement in rural development, working on innovative projects that address pressing socio-economic issues in villages.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates must submit an online application detailing their motivation, background, and interest in rural development. The selection process includes multiple stages, such as an initial application review, assessment rounds, and final interviews to evaluate the applicant’s commitment and suitability for the fellowship.
Application Deadline
Applications are currently open. Interested candidates should check for the official deadline and ensure timely submission to be considered for the fellowship.
Last Date To Apply
The last date for applications varies for different cycles. Applicants should refer to the latest updates to confirm the specific deadline for submission.
Grant Amount
Fellows receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,000 for living expenses, ₹2,000 for transport, and ₹1,000 for project costs. A ₹90,000 readjustment allowance is provided upon successful completion, along with travel reimbursements and health insurance.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
