LAMP Fellowship Notification, Eligibility, Application, Dates

Scholarship

The PRS Legislative Research, India has invited applications for filling up the LAMP Fellowship Scholarship Programme .

The Legislative Assistants to Members of Parliament (LAMP) Fellowship is a unique and an exciting opportunity for young Indians to learn law-making and public policy. LAMP fellows are mentored by a Member of Parliament (MP) and work full-time with the assigned MP during a given year, starting from the Monsoon session of Parliament till the end of the Budget session.

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: 27th January 2019

Eligibility

  • PRS seeks to engage with highly-motivated, bright young people for the LAMP Fellowship
  • Candidate must be below 25 years of age, i.e. born on or after June 1, 1993
  • Candidate must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in any academic discipline
  • Only Indian citizens are eligible for the LAMP Fellowship

Selection Process

  • The LAMP Fellowship involves a highly competitive selection process to enable brilliant, motivated young individuals across the country to be part of the Fellowship. Only Indian citizens are eligible for the LAMP Fellowship
  • Applications to the Fellowship are invited through an online application portal only
  • The online application form requires details of the candidate’s academic background, relevant work experience and references. In addition, candidates are required to submit a statement of intent on what motivates them to be a LAMP Fellow and a short essay on a policy or legislative issue
  • The application process is followed by an interview of shortlisted candidates. Interview will be either in person or telephonic. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to furnish references. Note than any attempt to influence the selection process could lead to the disqualification of the candidate.

How to Apply

  • The eligible candidates should apply through the website: https://www.prsindia.org/lamp/how-apply
  • The application must be submitted no later than 11:45 PM IST on Sunday, January 27, 2019.

Last Date

The last date for application is 27th January 2019.

Contact Details

For more information visit the official website: https://www.prsindia.org/lamp

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