Skill Building for Social Sector (Fellowship Readiness Program)

Your gateway to fellowships in the social and development sector — prepare, apply, and get selected with expert mentorship.

Etah district in western Uttar Pradesh continues to face significant educational backwardness, particularly when it comes to higher education and career readiness. While government schools have seen increased enrolment and students study consistently up to Class 12, the transition beyond school is broken.

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Overview

The Fellowship Readiness Program is a flagship initiative of STEP AHEAD INDIA designed for youth passionate about driving change through structured social and development sector fellowships. From Gandhi Fellowship and LAMP to SBI Youth for India and more, this program equips aspirants with everything they need to get selected into India’s top fellowships.

Objectives

To enable college students, recent graduates, and early professionals to understand, prepare for, and successfully apply to high-impact fellowship programs in India.

Features

Duration: 3-month structured virtual program

Mode: Live group sessions + 1:1 mentorship

Outcome: Fellowship selections, career clarity, long-term social sector engagement

Who is it for?

Final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students
Young professionals (0–3 years of experience)
Aspirants from Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts backgrounds
Anyone seeking purpose-driven fellowships in the social sector

What You’ll Get

Exclusive insights into application cycles, openings, and selection patterns
Awareness about 60+ fellowships including Gandhi Fellowship, LAMP, TFI, SBI YFI
Expert-led sessions to decode eligibility, expectations, and selection criteria
Personalised mentorship by previous or current fellows
Guidance on CV writing, SOP/essay crafting, and online applications
Mock interviews & feedback from fellowship alumni

What are you waiting for?

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