SBI Youth for India Fellowélip
SBI Foundation
📌 About the Event
The SBI Youth for India Fellowship is a rural development fellowship program that selects candidates through a multi-stageprocess to work with partner NGOs and communities. The Fellowship provides financial support and allowances, mentorship, and opportunities to work on meaningful community projects with NGOs and local partners. It is designed as a long-term immersive fellowship that supports fellows’ living, travel, project expenses, and professional learning
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Scholarship
- Eligibility:
- Minimum Education: Completed Bachelor’s degree or must be scheduled to complete it on or before 4 October 2026.
- Age: Must be between 21 and 32 years of age (born between 4 August 1994 and 5 October 2005).
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India, Nepal, or Bhutan, or hold OCI/NRI status.
- Duration: 13-month immersive rural development program.
- Effort Level: High
- The Fellowship involves a multi-stage selection process including registrations, online assessment, potential video/essay submissions, group exercises, and in-person interaction. Post-selection, Fellows are placed in rural environments with NGOs, involving hands-on field work and community development.
- Submission Type:
- Online registration & online assessment
- Shortlisted candidates submit essays, a short reflective video, and supporting information
- Stage-2 involves in-person group exercise and personal interaction.
📅 Important Dates
- Registration: Ongoing
- Deadline: As of now, the official page itself does not specify the Stage-1 deadline
🏆 Prize & Recognition
| Benefit | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Living Allowance | ₹16,000 / month |
| Monthly Transport Allowance | ₹2,000 / month |
| Monthly Project Expense Allowance | ₹2,000 / month |
| Monthly Professional Development Allowance | ₹1,000 / month |
| Readjustment Allowance (on completion) | ₹1,10,000 |
| Accommodation Support | Assistance from partner NGO (safe living) |
| Health & Accident Insurance | Provided |
| Travel Support | Train fare (3AC) covered; air travel for Nepal/Bhutan/OCI eligible |
| Mentorship & NGO Support | Provided throughout |
📝 Selection Process
Stage-1: Online Registration & Preliminary Assessment
- Fill online form and preliminary questions
- If eligible, invited for further submission (essays, video, supporting info)
Stage-2: Group exercise & in-person interaction session
- Assessment of motivations, alignment, and fit
Final Selection: Offer letters are shared on a rolling basis
Onboarding & Fellowship Work: Orientation + field placement with partner NGOs