SBI Youth for India Fellowship

SBI has always believed and worked towards the progress of the country. Through the SBI YFI Fellowship, we are investing in the future of the nation. On one hand, we are trying to create leaders of tomorrow and on the other hand, we are making a much-needed difference in rural India. To learn more, continue reading.

A 13-Month Program In Rural Development

The fellowship is a 13-month program where each year, handpicked urban youth are offered an opportunity to work on rural development projects across India. The fellows live and work amongst the rural communities for whom they’re working, while also getting mentorship and guidance from one of eight leading NGOs who are associated with the fellowship as partners focused on key areas pertaining to rural development.

The SBI Youth for India Fellowship is offered to India’s brightest young minds as an opportunity to go live and work amongst rural communities to help solve pressing rural development challenges.

The fellowship attracts young leaders who experience a transformative leadership journey during the fellowship. By unlearning and imbuing the challenges of rural India, collaborating with NGO partners, fellows, and the local community, and then finally building and sustaining grassroots-level initiatives, they essentially go through the 4 phases:

• UNLEARN
• COLLABORATE
• BUILD
• SUSTAIN

Learn about our Application Process

Stage 1

Start your journey by filling out the Preliminary Application Form

Stage 2

Share your story, perspectives, and overall worldview by taking a detailed essay-based Online Assessment.

Stage 3

Interact with the Selection Board in the Personality Assessment & Interview stage.

The entire Application Process is uniquely designed to offer Fellowship Aspirants an experience that involves reflecting on their journey, worldviews & perspectives.

The qualities of an ideal candidate

Though candidates come from different professional & academic fields, the fellowship welcomes candidates who demonstrate a deep interest, passion, and commitment to the development of Rural India. The candidate should have the humility and eagerness to learn within a cross-cultural context. They should also demonstrate a strong commitment to service and are adaptive, entrepreneurial and innovative, in finding solutions in under-resourced environments.

What does a candidate receive after completion of Fellowship?

• On successful completion, the Fellow receives a readjustment allowance of Rs. 50,000 and a certificate of completion from SBI Foundation.
• Our Fellows also gain access to a vibrant ecosystem comprising our Alumni, partners and other relevant organizations in the social sector. This ecosystem can be leveraged to explore opportunities or other meaningful engagements/collaborations.

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