About the Esya Centre Digital Policy Fellowship 2026
The Esya Centre has announced applications for its Digital Policy Fellowship 2026. This opportunity is designed for final-year college students and young professionals who are interested in policy research, digital governance, artificial intelligence regulation, and data protection.
The fellowship provides practical exposure to research, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis in emerging digital policy sectors. Selected fellows will work closely with researchers and policy experts while contributing to research publications and policy discussions.
About the Esya Centre
Esya Centre is an Indian technology policy think tank that focuses on digital economy, innovation, internet governance, competition policy, data protection, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies. The organisation conducts research and policy analysis to support evidence-based policymaking in India’s digital ecosystem.
The institution regularly collaborates with policymakers, industry stakeholders, researchers, and civil society organisations on technology and governance-related issues.
Fellowship Details
- Programme Name: Digital Policy Fellowship 2026
- Duration: 1 Month
- Month of Fellowship: July 2026
- Location: New Delhi
- Work Requirement: Two days per week in-person participation
- Stipend: INR 10,000
Key Areas of Research
Selected fellows will work on important digital policy issues, including:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Regulation
- Platform Governance
- Data Protection Laws
- Digital Antitrust and Competition Policy
- Technology and Internet Governance
Learning Opportunities for Fellows
Participants in the fellowship will receive several professional and academic benefits, such as:
- Opportunity to author a peer-reviewed research publication
- Exposure to policy research methodologies
- Training in survey-based and data-driven research analysis
- Mentorship from senior researchers and policy experts
- Participation in stakeholder discussions and policy events
- Networking opportunities with government agencies, industry bodies, and civil society organisations
Eligibility
The fellowship is open to:
- Final-year college students
- Young professionals interested in policy research and digital governance
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- One-page Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose (Maximum 500 words)
- Solo-authored writing sample on a contemporary policy issue (Maximum 1000 words)
Application Deadline
- Last Date to Apply: June 10, 2026
How to Apply
Candidates must send their application through email with the subject line:
“Application for Digital Policy Fellowship”
