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Know India Programme

KIP is an engagement programme for Diaspora youth of Indian origin to introduce them to India and promote awareness about different facets of Indian life, our cultural heritage, art and various aspects of contemporary India. This programme is open to youth of Indian origin (excluding Non-Resident Indians).  Ministry of External Affairs invites eligible youth members of Indian Diaspora (21-35 years of age) for participating in the upcoming 77th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP).

The participants are provided local hospitality, e.g. boarding/lodging in hotels (twin-sharing basis) and internal transportation in India (including airport transfers).  The Embassy will arrange for return air tickets (90% of the total airfare and 10% is to be paid by the participant).  Gratis visa will be granted to selected participants.

Applicants should be between the age of 21-35 years as on 1st September 2024.  They should be proficient in English and should have studied English as a subject at the High School level or above.  The minimum education qualification is graduation from a recognized university / institute.  

The last date to apply is 20th August 2024 and the KIP dates to visit India are from 15 Sept - 4th October 2024.  Application form and guidelines may be downloaded from the following link:-

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1C0BMcU7v7scJZpPktExIZxEONQWnKtIm?usp=drive_link

Completed application forms along with photograph, copy of educational certificates / degrees may be emailed to: hoc.lima@mea.gov.in and culture2.lima@mea.gov.in