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Learn Business by
Travelling

Across 10+ Cities of Bharat

Engage, immerse & step into factories, markets and even airport
cargo terminals where real business truly happens.

Glimpse

Bharat Fellowship

An Immersion-driven Programme

Format

Travel Based

For age group 18 to 21

Duration

6 Weeks

Travel across 10+ cities

immersions

25+

Includes hands-on challenges, industrial visits and cultural immersions

Commencement Date

June '26

Applications open for Round 1

Bharat Fellowship

A 3,000 km journey across 10+ cities, blending on-ground immersions with CXO-led
insights and hands-on business challenges.

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Explore 10+ Cities and Learn through
25+ Immersions

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Indo Russian Rifles
Hub 1

Delhi NCR

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Explore Delhi’s retail heritage, airport cargo logistics, Parliament, Makers’ Lab & understand luxury positioning at Mercedes-Benz dealership and learn from CXOs.

Hub 2

Dehradun

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Hub 3

Jalandhar

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Hub 4

Jaipur

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Hub 4

Mundra & Ahmedabad

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Hub 5

Mumbai

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Hub 6

Goa

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Hub 6

Bengaluru

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Hub 8

Darjeeling

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Hub 9

Lucknow

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The immersions listed are indicative and may change based on partner availability and unforeseen circumstances.

Explore 10+ Cities and Learn through 25+ immersions

  • Hub 1
  • Hub 2
  • Hub 3
  • Hub 4
  • Hub 5
  • Hub 6

Delhi NCR

Explore Delhi’s retail heritage, airport cargo logistics, Parliament, Makers’ Lab & understand luxury positioning at Mercedes-Benz dealership and learn from CXOs.

Dehradun

Explore manufacturing excellence at SIDCUL Haridwar belt, visit Forest Research Institute and understand pharma manufacturing in the Selaqui industrial area.

Jalandhar

Explore large-scale manufacturing at ITC, global brand-building at NIVIA, CXO insights and 650-acre education & agri ecosystems at LPU and a Fellowship sports day.

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Mundra & Ahmedabad

Explore 3 Adani enterprises covering Ports, Wilmar, and Solar, tour Amul's dairy factory, engage with IIM Ahmedabad Ventures, and attend 4 CXO sessions.

Jaipur

Explore the gems industry, local markets, royal heritage and innovative business models at CARS24 and Jaipur Rugs.

Mumbai

Explore production house operations, experience Bollywood tour, understand the Dabbawala network and earn a Bombay Stock Exchange certification.

Goa

Cruise to Goa on Cordelia, explore iron mines and a Feni distillery, and immerse in Fado music, Portuguese culture, and Goa's nightlife.

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Bengaluru

Learn e-commerce at Meesho, explore EV and emerging tech and dive into design thinking at a Renovation Lab.

Darjeeling

Experience a rural immersion in Indo-Nepal villages and visit Darjeeling tea estates to learn brand building, culture, and sustainability.

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Lucknow

Explore Uttar Pradesh's defense manufacturing, global luxury embroidery, and meet government leaders shaping a trillion-dollar economy.

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The immersions listed are indicative and may change based on partner availability and unforeseen circumstances.

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Elements of
Fellowship
Journey

Laying the Foundation

Begin with Pre-Orientation sessions to prepare for
Immersions, then kick off your journey with an
on-campus Orientation at at Masters’ Union.

Travel based Immersions

Travel across Bharat

Explore 10+ cities through 25+ business & cultural
immersions
and discover what truly makes
Bharat work.

Term 2

Learn by Doing

One hands-on challenge each week where students
earn real revenue, create marketing campaigns,
explore how consulting works
and build core
business skills
during the programme.

Term 3

Building your brand

Build your personal brand while traveling
and documenting your learning journey
across India.

Orientation

Immersions

One Day Challenges

Content Creation

Elements of Bharat Fellowship Journey

MU Students

01

Orientation

Orientation

Laying the Foundation

Begin with Pre-Orientation sessions to prepare for Immersions, then kick off your journey with an on-campus Orientation at Masters’ Union.

Master

02

Immersions

Immersions

Travel across Bharat

Explore 10+ cities through 25+ business & cultural immersions and discover what truly makes Bharat work.

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One Day Challenges

One Day Challenges

Learn by Doing

One hands-on challenge each week where students earn real revenue, create marketing campaigns, explore how consulting works and build core business skills during the programme.

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Content Creation

Content Creation

Building your brand

Build your personal brand while traveling and documenting your learning journey across India.

Our
Programme Partners

A glimpse of our diverse partnerships.

Nivia
ITC
Cars24
BSE
RSVP
Meesho
Zerodha
Ola
Hero
Liberty Shoes
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The immersions listed are indicative and may change based on partner availability and unforeseen circumstances.

Inside India's Top Businesses with Masters' Union

Factory visits, CXO chats, workshop visits and boardroom discussions. This is what
student business immersion and learning looks like in Bharat Fellowship.

Who is Bharat Fellowship for?

    The Bharat Fellowship is for learners aged 18–21 who learn best by
    travelling and doing.

    This programme is ideal for you if you are:

  • Curious about the nuances and depth of India’s businesses and cultures

  • Comfortable with intensive travel, new environments and experiential learning

  • Believe in hands-on learning beyond classrooms

  • Open to self-discovery through real-world exposure

Who is Bharat Fellowship for?

Pillars of Bharat Fellowship

Pillars of Bharat Fellowship

The learning model that takes you across India and into real business.

Learn by Travelling

Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.

1

18+ Business immersions and 7+ Cultural immersions

2

A 3000 km transformational journey

3

10+ cities with immersive industry experiences

Learn by Collaborating

Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.

1

10+ CXOs and Mentors

2

Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns

3

Insights from millions of real Indians

Learn by Building

Turn ideas into real outcomes through hands-on challenges and real-world business exposure.

1

Master business skills with One Day Challenges

2

Create your digital identity through content creation

3

Build a million-dollar portfolio through multi-industry exposure

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Learn by Travelling

Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.

1

18+ Business immersions and 7+ Cultural immersions

2

A 3000 km transformational journey

3

10+ cities with immersive industry experiences

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Learn by Collaborating

Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.

1

10+ CXOs and Mentors

2

Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns

3

Insights from millions of real Indians

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Learn by Building

Turn ideas into real outcomes through hands-on challenges and real-world business exposure.

1

Master business skills with One Day Challenges

2

Create your digital identity through content creation

3

Build a million-dollar portfolio through multi-industry exposure

40+ Empaneled
Industry Experts

Our programme is taught by CXOs and MDs of topmost companies
such as Amazon, Airtel, PayPal, Mastercard, Swiggy, Samsung etc.

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Mr. Manoj Kohli

Former CEO

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Dr. Nandini Seth

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

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Rajiv Gupta

Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda

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Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Rajat Mathur

Managing Director

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Sanjiv Bhasin

Ex- Director, IIFL Securities

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Saurabh Sengupta

Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato

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Ms. Malthi Satish

Former Director of PM

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Dr. Kashika Sud

Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad

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Dr. Vipin Sreekumar

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Ms. Monica Jasuja

Head of Digital & Emerging Partnerships

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Avantika Tomar

Partner

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Nidhi Dinesh

Ex- Research Assistant, University of Singapore

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Alok Shrivastav

Ex- Assistant Vice President, OYO

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Vaibhav Jain

Former Partner, Edelweiss Financial Services

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Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna

Former Group Strategy Head

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Dr. Soumik Bhushan

Ex- Head CX Strategy

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Dr. Tathagata Dasgupta

Chief Data & Analytics Officer

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Mr. Rohit Kapoor

CEO, Food Marketplace Swiggy

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Dr. Edward W Rogers

Former Chief Knowledge Officer

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Ms. Vineeta Tikekar

Former Head of Marketing

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Mr. Elkana Ezekiel

Former CMO

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Mr. Satish Krishnan

Former MD

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Dr. Lan Ma

Adjunct Professor of Business

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Dr. Vishnuprasad N.

Former Dean

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Dr. Meenakshi Rishi

Professor of Economics

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Dr. Shad Morris

Professor, MIT Sloan

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Dr. Akshay Narayanan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Mr. Raghavshyam R.

Adjunct Faculty

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Dr. Daniel GVD Vliet

Executive Director

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Dr. Meha Kohli Mishra

Ph.D, VCU

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Dr. Rajesh Bhargave

Professor

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Dr. Garima Chaklader

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

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Dr. Francis Rebello

Former Head- HR

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Mr. Rajesh Madhavan

Advisor

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Dr. Rinku Mahindru

Ph.D, Delhi School of Economics

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Ms. Shivanee Pethe

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Dr. Aarti Sharma

Ph.D, Shiv Nadar University

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Dr. Rakshita Sharma

Former CHRO

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Dr. Arvind Mayaram

Former Finance Secretary of India

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Mr. Ajay Jamuar

Chief Operations Officer

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Dr. Manu Prasad

Ph.D, IIM Tiruchirappalli

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Faculty listed are indicative and subject to change based on availability and programme requirements.

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Mr. Manoj Kohli

Former CEO

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Dr. Nandini Seth

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

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Rajiv Gupta

Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda

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Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Rajat Mathur

Managing Director

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Sanjiv Bhasin

Ex- Director, IIFL Securities

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Saurabh Sengupta

Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato

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Ms. Malthi Satish

Former Director of PM

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Dr. Kashika Sud

Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad

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Dr. Vipin Sreekumar

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Ms. Monica Jasuja

Head of Digital & Emerging Partnerships

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Avantika Tomar

Partner

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Nidhi Dinesh

Ex- Research Assistant, University of Singapore

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Alok Shrivastav

Ex- Assistant Vice President, OYO

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Vaibhav Jain

Former Partner, Edelweiss Financial Services

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Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna

Former Group Strategy Head

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Dr. Soumik Bhushan

Ex- Head CX Strategy

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Dr. Tathagata Dasgupta

Chief Data & Analytics Officer

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Mr. Rohit Kapoor

CEO, Food Marketplace Swiggy

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Dr. Edward W Rogers

Former Chief Knowledge Officer

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Ms. Vineeta Tikekar

Former Head of Marketing

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Mr. Elkana Ezekiel

Former CMO

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Mr. Satish Krishnan

Former MD

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Dr. Lan Ma

Adjunct Professor of Business

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Dr. Vishnuprasad N.

Former Dean

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Dr. Meenakshi Rishi

Professor of Economics

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Dr. Shad Morris

Professor, MIT Sloan

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Dr. Akshay Narayanan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Mr. Raghavshyam R.

Adjunct Faculty

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Dr. Daniel GVD Vliet

Executive Director

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Dr. Meha Kohli Mishra

Ph.D, VCU

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Dr. Rajesh Bhargave

Professor

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Dr. Garima Chaklader

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

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Dr. Francis Rebello

Former Head- HR

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Mr. Rajesh Madhavan

Advisor

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Dr. Rinku Mahindru

Ph.D, Delhi School of Economics

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Ms. Shivanee Pethe

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Dr. Aarti Sharma

Ph.D, Shiv Nadar University

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Dr. Rakshita Sharma

Former CHRO

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Dr. Arvind Mayaram

Former Finance Secretary of India

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Mr. Ajay Jamuar

Chief Operations Officer

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Dr. Manu Prasad

Ph.D, IIM Tiruchirappalli

Get in Touch

Speak to an Admissions Advisor

DSAI Program

A Curriculum with Unique Combination of
Immersions & One Day Challenges

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Business & Cultural Immersions

  • Delhi NCR
  • Dehradun
  • Jalandhar
  • Jaipur
  • Mumbai
  • Bangalore

Mercedes-Benz
Dealership

Business Immersion

Local
Market Visit

Cultural Immersion

Parliament Visit

Cultural Immersion

Hero Motocorp

Business Immersion

Mahindra & Mahindra
Ltd

Business Immersion

Mankind

Business Immersion

Forest Research Institute

Cultural Immersion

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ITC Foods Factory

Business Immersion

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LPU Campus

Business Immersion

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Sonalika Tractors

Learn
How to build tractors that are made for India?

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Lovely Sweets

Cultural Immersion

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Nivia Sports

Business Immersion

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Army Cantonment

Cultural Immersion

Cars 24

Business Immersion

IJYA Jewellery

Business Immersion

Jal Mahal

Cultural Immersion

Patanjali

Business Immersion

Minimalist

Business Immersion

Jaipur Rugs

Business Immersion

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Production Studio

Business Immersion

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Mumbai Dabbawalas

Business Immersion

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Godrej Industries

Learn
How to build one brand DNA across many businesses?

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Reserve Bank of India

Business Immersion

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Cred

Business Immersion

Zerodha

Business Immersion

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Meesho

Business Immersion

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Adiyogi Statue

Cultural Immersion

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Cingularity TEC India

Business Immersion

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Infosys

Learn
How to turn IT services into India's biggest export story?

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HAL Heritage Centre
and Aerospace Museum

Cultural Immersion

One Day Challenges

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One day Profit Challenge

From idea to income in 24 hours - test, sell and compete on real revenue.

Download Report
Ug

The 24-hour Ad Challenge

Create an innovative ad concept for a real brand and see if it actually lands.

Download Report
Ug

Personal Finance Challenge

Design your personal wealth blueprint - from budgeting to investing.

Download Report
Ug

Consulting Garage Challenge

Break down complex problems, structure solutions and defend decisions under pressure

Download Report
Ug

AI Product Creation

Identify a real-world problem, design an AI-powered product, define its value and test if it works.

Download Report
Ug

Design Thinking Challenge

Learn to design your way forward when answers aren’t obvious and stakes are high.

Download Report

The immersions listed are indicative and may change based on partner availability and unforeseen circumstances.

The structure/location of the One Day Challenges may be modified based on programme requirements.

Pillars of Bharat Fellowship

The learning model that takes you across India and into real business.

Learn by Travelling

Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.

1

18+ Business immersions and 7+ Cultural immersions

2

A 3000 km transformational journey

3

10+ cities with immersive industry experiences

Learn by Collaborating

Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.

1

10+ CXOs and Mentors

2

Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns

3

Insights from millions of real Indians

Learn by Building

Turn ideas into real outcomes through hands-on challenges and real-world business exposure.

1

Master business skills with One Day Challenges

2

Create your digital identity through content creation

3

Build a million-dollar portfolio through multi-industry exposure

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Learn by Travelling

Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.

1

18+ Business immersions and 7+ Cultural immersions

2

A 3000 km transformational journey

3

10+ cities with immersive industry experiences

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Learn by Collaborating

Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.

1

10+ CXOs and Mentors

2

Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns

3

Insights from millions of real Indians

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Learn by Building

Turn ideas into real outcomes through hands-on challenges and real-world business exposure.

1

Master business skills with One Day Challenges

2

Create your digital identity through content creation

3

Build a million-dollar portfolio through multi-industry exposure

A Pedagogy Powered
by the Industry Leaders

  • Take courses with CXOs, founders, and operators shaping fastest-growing industries through on-ground immersions and Masterclasses.

  • Learn tech, business, strategy, product management and related core
    skills from highly-rated and experienced Professors-in-Residence.

  • Get 1:1 mentorship from practitioners, alumni, and domain experts wherever you are in your journey.

A Pedagogy Powered
by the Industry Leaders

Arun Maira
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40+ Empaneled
Industry Experts

Our course is taught by CXOs and MDs of topmost companies such
as Amazon, Airtel, PayPal, Mastercard, Swiggy, Samsung etc.

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Mr. Manoj Kohli

Former CEO

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Dr. Nandini Seth

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

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Rajiv Gupta

Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda

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Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Rajat Mathur

Managing Director

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Sanjiv Bhasin

Ex- Director, IIFL Securities

Image
icon

Saurabh Sengupta

Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato

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Ms. Malthi Satish

Former Director of PM

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Dr. Kashika Sud

Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad

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Dr. Vipin Sreekumar

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Mr. Manoj Kohli

Former CEO

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Dr. Nandini Seth

Ph.D, IIM Bangalore

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Rajiv Gupta

Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda

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Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

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Rajat Mathur

Managing Director

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Sanjiv Bhasin

Ex- Director, IIFL Securities

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Saurabh Sengupta

Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato

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Ms. Malthi Satish

Former Director of PM

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Dr. Kashika Sud

Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad

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Dr. Vipin Sreekumar

Ph.D, IIM Calcutta

What You Learn
When India Is Your Campus

Factory visits, CXO chats, festival chaos and train rides. This is what real learning looks like on the go.

What your
Week will look like

A Bharat Fellowship week combines immersions, ODCs, CXOs,
networking, wellness and reflection.

Built for Real-World Outcomes

Because here, what you build, publish, and pitch becomes the real measure of your learning.

Content Creation

Your Own Content Identity

Share your ideas through video, audio, or writing, from launching a podcast or vlog series to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice, your voice will resonate far beyond the classroom.

Download Creator Challenge Report

Learn By Doing

One Day Challenges

One-day business sprints where students solve real problems, make decisions that teach lifelong lessons and learn by doing.

Download Dropshipping Challenge Report

Portfolio Building

Million-Dollar Portfolio

Build a cross-industry portfolio of real problems you solve across 10+ cities, 25+ immersions and hands-on One Day Challenges , all in one place.

Safety & Security

Your safety is our top priority with every step of your journey planned and monitored.

Verified Travel

Safe, reliable, and pre-vetted travel across India-ensuring comfort and security on every journey.

1

Secure Accommodation

Safe, comfortable stays designed for your convenience-so you can focus on learning.

2

Medical Support

24/7 medical assistance ensures your health and peace of mind throughout the program.

3

Trained Safety Team

A skilled safety team accompanies you, so every immersion is secure and worry-free.

4

Real-time Updates

Receive continuous updates to ensure preparedness and seamless participation in all sessions.

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Risk Planning

Every activity is backed by risk assessments and contingency plans for your safety.

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Verified Travel

Safe, reliable, and pre-vetted travel across India-ensuring comfort and security on every journey.

1

Secure Accommodation

Safe, comfortable stays designed for your convenience-so you can focus on learning.

2

Medical Support

24/7 medical assistance ensures your health and peace of mind throughout the program.

3

Trained Safety Team

A skilled safety team accompanies you, so every immersion is secure and worry-free.

4

Real-time Updates

Receive continuous updates to ensure preparedness and seamless participation in all sessions.

5

Risk Planning

Every activity is backed by risk assessments and contingency plans for your safety.

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Who is Bharat Fellowship for?

This programme is for learners between the age of 18 to 21, who learn best by travelling and doing. You must be able to commit to 6 weeks to the programme.

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Who is Bharat Fellowship for?

    The Bharat Fellowship is for learners aged 18–21 who learn best by
    travelling and doing.

    This programme is ideal for you if you are:

  • Curious about the nuances and depth of India’s businesses and cultures

  • Comfortable with intensive travel, new environments and experiential learning

  • Believe in hands-on learning beyond classrooms

  • Open to self-discovery through real-world exposure

Who is Bharat Fellowship for?

Enrollment Checklist
Admissions Criteria

MU Students Admission MU Students Admission

01.
Academic Background

01.
Academic Background

For students aged 18–21 currently pursuing an undergraduate degree , or who have completed or are completing Class 12 this year. We welcome students from all streams and value curiosity, consistency, and learning beyond textbooks.

Students Entertainment & Fun Students Entertainment & Fun

02.
Intent to Explore & Engage

02.
Intent to Explore & Engage

We look for students curious about how India works, shown through travel, internships, family business or lived experiences.

Students Entertainment & Fun Students Entertainment & Fun

03.
Ability to Learn by Doing

03.
Ability to Learn by Doing

This is not a passive program. Applicants must show readiness to take initiative, solve real-world problems, and work in diverse, on-ground environments - even with limited structure.

Application
Timeline & Process

Rounds Application Deadline Interviews Application Fees Status Action
Round 1 March '26 Jan 2026 INR 500/- Closed Apply Now
Round 1 March '26 March '26 INR 500/- Active Apply Now

01.

Complete the
Application

01.

Complete the
Application

Requirements

Applicants will need to fill out and submit an online application to be considered for the programme.
Here are the requirements:

  • Personal Details

  • Professional Details

  • Educational Details

  • Programme Related Details

  • Latest Resume Download Sample

As part of the application, you will also receive a prompt for an essay. You may choose to submit a video essay (Duration: 2 minutes) or a text-based essay (up to 200 words).

02.

Appear For an
Online Interview

02.

Appear For an
Online Interview

Requirements

About the Online Interview

If shortlisted, applicants will be invited for an online interview, which will help us get to know them better, and help them understand all aspects of the programme.
The interview panel will consist of our eminent Masters from academia and the industry, as well as members of the core team.

03.

Admission
Decision

03.

Admission
Decision

Requirements

Status of Evaluation

Once the Admissions Office receives feedback from the panel, the application will be re-evaluated and then presented to the Admissions Committee, which makes the final decision for each candidate. Applicants will be advised of the final decision on their application through an email.

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The entire admissions process, from the Application Deadline, may take up to 4 weeks.

Fee Structure

Rounds NON Refundable
Admission Fee
Tuition + Travel + Immersions
Programme Fee
Total
1 INR 50,000/- INR 11,50,000/- INR 12,00,000/-

The fee mentioned above is GST-exempt

The fee covers all programme essentials including immersion travel, accommodation, company immersions, learning resources and most meals, with personal expenses managed separately by students.

What's Included in the
Programme Fee

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Tuition for all classroom modules across 10+ Indian cities

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Travel, accommodation, and logistics during immersion terms

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Learning Across 25+ Immersions

Mentorship and sessions from CXOs and faculties

Scholarships that
Travel with Your Story

Named after iconic Indian trains, each scholarship supports a different kind of journey — whether of need, grit, brilliance, or creativity.

  • The Uday Express Grant – For students with strong potential and limited means. Rise with perspective.

  • The Duronto Fellowship – For builders and founders. Fast, fearless, and relentless.

  • The Samta Express Fellowship – For students from diverse, remote and underrepresented communities.

  • The Vande Bharat Scholar – For academically outstanding, high-performance minds shaping the future.

  • The Palace on Wheels Fellowship – For creatives, storytellers, and cultural entrepreneurs.

Scholarships that
Travel with Your Story

Frequently Asked
Questions

What is Bharat Fellowship?

Bharat Fellowship is a 6 week immersion-led programme that uses India as the classroom, combining travel with business and cultural immersions, and one day challenges for hands-on learning.

How many cities and immersions does the programme cover?

Students travel across 10+ cities and engage in 25+ immersive experiences covering industries, enterprises and cultural sites.

What is a fellowship?

Bharat Fellowship is an immersion-led learning programme that offers participants structured experiential exposure through travel across India, business and cultural immersions and hands-on projects in the form of One Day Challenges.

Will I get a degree after completing Bharat Fellowship?

You will receive a fellowship certification.

What will I learn in the programme?

Through industry immersions, CXO interactions, and cultural experiences, you will gain first-hand exposure to how businesses operate across India. You can build a digital identity through Content Creation and sharpen entrepreneurial thinking through the One Day Challenges.

What is the programme structure?

  • Duration: 6 weeks

  • 2 Day Orientation at the Gurugram campus

  • Weeks 1 to Week 6: Travel-based business and cultural immersions across India

  • Ongoing One Day Challenges

What is the eligibility criteria?

For students aged 18–21 currently pursuing an undergraduate degree, or who have completed or are completing Class 12 this year.

Do I need prior work experience?

No prior work experience is required. The programme is designed for learners at different stages of their journey, but it is especially recommended for those with a strong interest in business, travel and experiential learning.

How do I apply?

You can apply by using Apply Now here, fill out the online application form and start your transformative journey across India.

Are scholarships available for Bharat Fellowship?

Yes, we offer 5 types of scholarships to support deserving students from different backgrounds and communities. You can explore the details of each scholarship on our Admissions page.

How can I avail a scholarship for Bharat Fellowship?

When filling out your application, you can indicate interest in applying for a scholarship. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide supporting documents or essays to demonstrate eligibility for specific scholarships.

Is there any age limit to apply for the programme?

The programme is most suitable for learners between 18 and 21 years of age who want to combine business learning with travel and immersive experiences.

Will I get to network with industry leaders?

Yes! You will learn and engage with 10+ CXOs and mentors from Fortune 500 companies, top unicorns and emerging startups across India.

Will I get cultural exposure while learning business?

Yes, cultural immersions are integrated at every city stop, including heritage sites, local communities and regional business practices.

What is a Million Dollar Portfolio?

As you take part in 18+ business immersions with leading companies, you’ll build a portfolio through hands-on assignments and real evaluations by senior leaders. This becomes your Million Dollar Portfolio, which is proof of the skills and experiences you’ve gained.

What are One Day Challenges?

One Day Challenges are hands-on activities organised each week where students earn real revenue, create marketing campaigns, explore how consulting works, and build core business skills during the programme.

How will the learning outcomes be assessed?

Your progress will be evaluated through One Day Challenges and active participation throughout the programme. Assessments are designed in collaboration with senior leaders, with feedback and evaluations coming directly from them.

Will the programme help with placements or internships?

Bharat Fellowship does not guarantee placements or internships. However, students may gain access to real opportunities through networking with CXOs, collaborating with partner companies and showcasing their Million Dollar Portfolio.

How many students will be in the cohort?

Each cohort will have ~60 students, ensuring close interactions with mentors and meaningful peer-to-peer learning.

What kind of peer group can I expect?

Students come from diverse academic backgrounds, ranging from engineering and business to arts and social sciences, united by a passion for business, travel and immersive learning.

Who teaches or mentors in the programme?

The faculty includes CXOs, founders and industry leaders across sectors. You’ll also be mentored directly by 10+ executives from Fortune 500 companies, unicorns and startups during immersions.

How does the programme ensure decorum and discipline?

We maintain a clear code of conduct, provide structured schedules and have dedicated male and female programme managers accompanying the cohort. This ensures a safe, respectful and professional environment throughout all travel, company visits and cultural immersions.

How does the programme ensure decorum and discipline?

We maintain a clear code of conduct, provide structured schedules and have dedicated male and female programme managers accompanying the cohort. This ensures a safe, respectful and professional environment throughout all travel, company visits and cultural immersions.

What does the programme fee include?

The fee covers all core programme expenses. This includes inter-city travel post orientation, local transport, meals and shared accommodation at each location. It also covers access to immersions, workshops and learning resources provided during the journey. Personal expenses such as shopping, leisure activities or additional purchases are not included.

What kind of accommodation will be provided?

Students stay in safe, secure, shared accommodations, typically twin-sharing rooms in hotels, hostels or serviced residences arranged by Masters’ Union in each city.

Does the programme include travel insurance and safety measures?

Yes, every student is covered under travel insurance. Safety is our top priority, and we work with certified professionals dedicated to ensuring the well-being of all participants throughout the journey.

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