About Esya Centre
Esya Centre is a technology policy think tank based in New Delhi, India. The organisation focuses on research and policy engagement in areas related to technology, innovation, and digital governance.
About the Fellowship
The Esya Centre Digital Policy Fellowship is a one-month programme designed for final-year college students and young professionals interested in developing their policy research and analysis skills. Fellows will gain practical exposure to research, stakeholder engagement, and contemporary digital policy issues.
Eligibility
- Final-year college students
- Young professionals interested in policy research and analysis
Responsibilities
Fellows will have the opportunity to:
- Conduct research on digital policy topics, including platform governance, AI regulation, digital antitrust, and data protection
- Author a peer-reviewed research output to be published by the Esya Centre
- Participate in survey-based primary research and data-driven analysis
- Engage with stakeholders across government, civil society, and industry
- Attend stakeholder events hosted by government agencies, civil society organisations, and industry bodies
Learning Opportunities
- Receive mentorship and feedback from senior Esya Centre researchers and external experts
- Gain hands-on experience in policy research and analysis
- Develop expertise in emerging areas of digital governance and regulation
- Build exposure to stakeholder engagement processes
Stipend
INR 10,000
Duration
1 month (July 2026)
Mode
Hybrid
Location
New Delhi (in-person attendance required 2 days per week)
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- One-page CV
- Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words)
- Solo-authored writing sample (maximum 1,000 words) on a contemporary policy issue
Last Date to Apply
10 June 2026
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should send their application to shweta@esyacentre.org and mark a copy to meghnabal@esyacentre.org.
Email Subject: “Application for Digital Policy Fellowship.”