Job Title :
Gandhi Fellow (Leadership Development Fellow / Change Leader)
About the fellowship:
The Gandhi Fellowship Program is an initiative by the Kaivalya Education Foundation. It works in collaboration with state governments under the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (now part of Samagra Shiksha). Started with the vision of creating young leaders for nation-building and public system transformation. Since its inception, it has engaged 3000+ fellows across India. Fellows are placed in district-level government systems, especially in the education sector. The program operates across multiple states in India, impacting lakhs of students through system-level change. Focus is on developing leaders, not just providing jobs.
Job Description :
1 A full-time, residential fellowship focused on leadership development
2 Work closely with government systems and administration
3 Engage in grassroots-level problem solving
4 Implement innovative solutions in sectors like education, governance, and community development
5 Follow a structured learning cycle: Plan → Act → Reflect
Duration of Job :
23 months (approx. 2 years) full-time program.
Last Date to Apply :
31st March 2026.
Job Location:
1 Across India (27 states + 2 UTs).
2 Location is assigned (not chosen by candidate) and may change during the program.
Key Highlight :
1 Fellowship follows an experiential learning model
2 Includes – Workshops
– Online courses
– Field immersion
– Learning journeys (exposure visits)
– Strong focus on self-development + leadership transformation
– Emphasis on reflection-based learning and real-world experience
The program is designed to transform you personally and professionally, not just give job experience.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility) :
1 Final-year UG/PG students or graduates (any stream).
2 Minimum 55% aggregate (10th, 12th, graduation).
3 Age: Up to 25 years, OR
26–29 years with 1+ year work experience.
4 Must not have previously dropped out of the fellowship.
Skills Required :
(Not explicitly listed, but derived from program focus)
1 Leadership & teamwork
2 Problem-solving ability
3 Communication & interpersonal skills
4 Adaptability and resilience
5 Interest in social impact / public systems
Responsibilities :
1 Work on real-world public system projects
2 Collaborate with district administration & stakeholders
3 Participate in:
4 Leadership curriculum
5 Workshops & boot camps
6 Community immersion
7 Fieldwork and project implementation
8 Drive social change initiatives at grassroots level.
Job Benefits :
1 Monthly stipend: ₹24,500 (with ₹7,000 retained, paid after completion)
2 Laptop/tablet support
3 Two-wheeler for fieldwork
4 Medical + life + accident insurance
5 Strong alumni network & career support
6 Hands-on experience in leadership & governance.
Documents Required :
(Not explicitly mentioned, but standard application requirements include:)
1 Application form (online)
2 Academic details (10th, 12th, graduation)
3 Resume/CV
4 Reflective questions / SOP
Application Link:
Official Website:
https://gandhifellowship.org/about-fellowship/
Contact Details:
Address: 91 Springboard, Co-work Network, Grow, 3rd Floor, Chandra Bhawan, Building Number – 67/86, Nehru Place,
New Delhi 110019