About PRS India LAMP Fellowship 2026

The Legislative Assistants to Members of Parliament (LAMP) Fellowship 2026–27 has officially opened its application process. This prestigious fellowship, administered by PRS Legislative Research, offers young graduates a unique opportunity to work closely with Members of Parliament and gain hands-on exposure to India’s legislative process.

Interested candidates must ensure the timely submission of their applications and strictly follow the guidelines mentioned below.

LAMP Fellowship 2026–27: Important Application Deadline

• Last date to apply: Sunday, December 21, 2025
• Time: 11:45 PM IST

Applicants are strongly advised to apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues, as partial responses cannot be saved.

Eligibility Criteria: LAMP PRS Legislative Research Fellowship 2026–27

Before filling out the application form, candidates must confirm that they meet all eligibility requirements:

• ✅ Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• ✅ Must be 25 years or younger (born on or after June 1, 2000)
• ✅ Must be an Indian citizen

Failure to meet any of the above criteria may lead to disqualification.

Instructions for Filling the LAMP Fellowship Application Form

• The application form must be completed in one sitting
• Partial or incomplete applications cannot be saved or submitted
• Ensure stable internet connectivity before starting the form

Documents and Information Required Before Applying

Applicants should keep the following details ready before beginning the application process:

1. Academic scores/grades (Undergraduate and higher, if applicable)
2. Details of work experience, internships, or volunteer work
3. A 500-word essay justifying suitability for the LAMP Fellowship
4. A 500-word analytical essay on any issue with related policy implications

Essay Writing Guidelines: PRS LAMP Fellowship 2026

• Essays must be written in English
• Content must be original and self-written
• Any external material used must be properly cited
• ❌ Applications containing plagiarism or AI/LLM-generated content will be rejected outright

Sections Included in the LAMP Fellowship Application Form

The online application form consists of 8 mandatory sections:

1. Personal information and contact details
2. Academic qualification – Bachelor’s degree
3. Academic qualification – Postgraduate degree (if applicable)
4. Academic qualification – Other degree/course (if applicable)
5. Work experience (excluding internships, if applicable)
6. Internship experience (if applicable)
7. Languages known
8. Two essays (500 words each)

Selection Process and Online Evaluation Test

Candidates shortlisted in the first round will be required to appear for a mandatory online evaluation test:

• Test Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026

Further stages of selection will be communicated to shortlisted candidates only.

FAQs and Contact Details for LAMP Fellowship

For detailed clarifications, candidates are advised to read the official FAQs: 👉 http://www.prsindia.org/lamp/faqs

If you face technical issues or have queries not covered in the FAQs, contact the LAMP team at: 📧 lampfellowship@prsindia.org