Interested candidates are selected through a rigorous and highly competitive 5-step recruitment process that includes the following steps in the given order:
Filling out the application form in the portal. The form collects basic information, resume details and three descriptive statement of purpose questions.
Candidates who clear the first step are given an online assessment test. The test is used to analyse the cognitive competencies of the candidate.
Makes up 15% of the weightage. Candidates are asked to provide a synopsis/ synthesis on the basis of a pre-recorded discussion on the latest policy trends.
This round makes up 40% of the weightage and candidates are assigned two case studies. This round allows us to assess their social, emotional and intellectual maturity.
This round represents 20% of the weightage. To gauge their suitability for the role, candidates are interviewed by our panel.
30 years old or younger
Graduate degree from a recognised university in any discipline
Minimum of two years of full-time professional experience
Strong commitment to social justice and equity, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives on historical and contemporary issues
Passionate desire to challenge the status quo and to address complex, multidimensional issues in remote, rural areas of India.
As an organisation committed to equity and inclusivity, we prioritise creating opportunities for individuals from marginalised communities including those who identify based on caste, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability, socioeconomic status, and religious affiliation. We also proactively encourage women, who have taken career breaks for lifecycle needs, to apply.
Yes. However, you will need academic training or full-time experience in social development and related fields.
This is a full-time Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Public Policy Management. You will not be allowed to enrol in other academic programmes simultaneously.
Yes. Graduation in any discipline, a maximum age of 30, and a minimum of two years of work experience are mandatory eligibility criteria for the programme, with no exceptions.
Placements for Praxis Learners are assigned at the discretion of the programme team. Once allocated, requests for changes will not be accommodated.
We have a cooling period of one year after which the candidate can apply again.
The programme is currently only available to Indian Citizens or OCI passports.
We do not allow deferrals.