The Hindu College, University of Delhi, NIRF -1 for 3 consecutive years – top multidisciplinary college in collaboration with Transform Rural India, invites applications.
While policies are often conceptualised and designed in urban hubs, their true impact unfolds at the last mile. To understand public policy in India, one needs to uncover what happens on the ground, bridge theory and practice and appreciate the complex challenges, particularly in India’s most resource-constrained regions.
The Hindu College, University of Delhi, and Transform Rural India are collaborating to offer a unique opportunity to 40 of the brightest minds, to delve deep into the world of public policy and governance. This program is under the ageis of Centre for Public Policy, Hindu College. This one-of-a-kind program combines integrated classroom learning with real-time exposure to public policy on-ground, set in the context of India’s most marginalised rural communities.
Meticulously designed academic content spread across two semesters. Students are guided through every stage of the policy cycle -design, implementation, and evaluation.
Gain hands-on exposure and explore internship opportunities with leading policy institutions across India, subject to availability of resources, institutional arrangements and participant performance.
Learn from development sector practitioners, senior bureaucrats, and scholar leaders. Innovative reflection-based pedagogy that builds on classroom teachings, case studies, discussions, round table discussions, and field experience.
The program seeks driven and inspired students, eager to bridge the gap between academic theories and real-world challenges, blending intellectual curiosity with a passion for practical impact. Candidates should meet the following eligibility criteria:
Should be pursuing an undergraduate degree (2nd or 4th semester) in any discipline at Delhi University, as of 17 August 2026.
The fee structure for the entire program is payable in two installments:
Application Fee:
Key Dates
Everything you need to know about applying, assessment and the start of the Certificate Programme in Public Policy in Action.
19 August 2026
Applications Open
30 August 202611:59 PM
Applications Close
31 Aug – 3 Sep 2026
SoP Shortlisting
4 September 2026For shortlisted candidates
MCQ Assessment
7 September 2026
Final List Announcement
7 – 12 Sep 2026
Fee Payment Window
17 September 2026
Programme Begins
17 September – 30 November 2026
1 January – 30 April 2027
30 August 2026
Yes. We encourage applications from every student with an interest in public policy as a discipline.
2nd or 4th semester
The programme covers a broad range of courses across public policy, governance, development, research and rural India. Key courses include:
This is a broad course outline. Detailed, module-wise course content will be shared with the selected students.
20% – Marks in the last examination: Class 12 marks for 1st-year/1st-semester applicants and previous semester marks for applicants from later semesters
The program is purely offline.
Classes will be held after college hours and before 12 pm on Saturdays.
The internship will take place during the summer break.
After a year, learners will receive a Certificate in Public Policy in Action.
We do not allow deferrals.
Reach out to us at rima@trif.in
