Our Programmes and Fellowships
Immerse in India with Applied India Studies
At The Hind School, our fellowships are immersive, interdisciplinary, and grounded in the realities of India. We go beyond textbooks—engaging with archives, field sites, regional knowledge systems, and public life to create a new paradigm of applied India studies. Whether you're a student, researcher, or global thinker, explore our programs and join a growing community shaping India’s next intellectual and civic horizon.
Academic Programmes
Immersive programs grounded in Indian thought and designed for global relevance.
Hind Fellow
A 100-day immersive semester programme offering city-based academic modules, field visits, and real-world case studies. Fellows explore India through seminars, regional challenges, and cross-cultural learning across North or South India. (Launching in 2026)
Hind Fellow
A 100-day immersive semester programme offering city-based academic modules, field visits, and real-world case studies. Fellows explore India through seminars, regional challenges, and cross-cultural learning across North or South India. (Launching in 2026)
Hind Fellow
A 100-day immersive semester programme offering city-based academic modules, field visits, and real-world case studies. Fellows explore India through seminars, regional challenges, and cross-cultural learning across North or South India. (Launching in 2026)
Hind Inspire
A short-term programme of curated workshops and immersive experiences for anyone interested in India. Participants engage with Indian heritage, innovation, and society through hands-on activities, and guided reflection.
Hind Inspire
A short-term programme of curated workshops and immersive experiences for anyone interested in India. Participants engage with Indian heritage, innovation, and society through hands-on activities, and guided reflection.
Hind Inspire
A short-term programme of curated workshops and immersive experiences for anyone interested in India. Participants engage with Indian heritage, innovation, and society through hands-on activities, and guided reflection.
Hind Explorer
A hybrid internship focused on independent, interest-driven exploration of India. Explorers produce original content, essays, blogs, visual stories, or digital archives, that reflect grounded, real-world engagement and research.
Hind Explorer
A hybrid internship focused on independent, interest-driven exploration of India. Explorers produce original content, essays, blogs, visual stories, or digital archives, that reflect grounded, real-world engagement and research.
Hind Explorer
A hybrid internship focused on independent, interest-driven exploration of India. Explorers produce original content, essays, blogs, visual stories, or digital archives, that reflect grounded, real-world engagement and research.
FAQs
What is The Hind School?
The Hind School is an independent, interdisciplinary institution dedicated to Applied India Studies—the academic and practical exploration of India’s society, culture, governance, and development through field-based learning. It offers curated fellowships, postgraduate programmes, and immersive experiences that combine rigorous academic inquiry with real-world exposure across Indian cities. The school is designed to be both a launchpad for young leaders and a platform for India-focused global education.
What is The Hind School?
The Hind School is an independent, interdisciplinary institution dedicated to Applied India Studies—the academic and practical exploration of India’s society, culture, governance, and development through field-based learning. It offers curated fellowships, postgraduate programmes, and immersive experiences that combine rigorous academic inquiry with real-world exposure across Indian cities. The school is designed to be both a launchpad for young leaders and a platform for India-focused global education.
What does "Applied India Studies" mean?
Applied India Studies is a new interdisciplinary field that integrates the study of India’s institutions, cultures, geographies, and transformations through grounded, experiential learning. It blends insights from the humanities, policy, development, and innovation—moving beyond theory to application. Students engage with India on the ground through case studies, field visits, consulting projects, and immersive modules, while also reflecting critically through tutorials, essays, and guided seminars.
What does "Applied India Studies" mean?
Applied India Studies is a new interdisciplinary field that integrates the study of India’s institutions, cultures, geographies, and transformations through grounded, experiential learning. It blends insights from the humanities, policy, development, and innovation—moving beyond theory to application. Students engage with India on the ground through case studies, field visits, consulting projects, and immersive modules, while also reflecting critically through tutorials, essays, and guided seminars.
What academic programmes are offered?
The Hind School offers immersive, India-focused learning experiences that combine academic inquiry with real-world engagement. Through a mix of field-based modules, independent research, hybrid internships, and curated workshops, participants explore India’s complexity while producing original work grounded in lived experience. Programmes are designed to be flexible, interdisciplinary, and accessible to learners from diverse backgrounds.
What academic programmes are offered?
The Hind School offers immersive, India-focused learning experiences that combine academic inquiry with real-world engagement. Through a mix of field-based modules, independent research, hybrid internships, and curated workshops, participants explore India’s complexity while producing original work grounded in lived experience. Programmes are designed to be flexible, interdisciplinary, and accessible to learners from diverse backgrounds.
Are international students eligible to apply?
Yes, The Hind School welcomes international applicants from around the world who are interested in learning about India from within. Support is provided for visas, logistics, and cultural orientation. The diversity brought by global participants enriches the learning environment, and the programs are designed to be globally relevant while firmly rooted in Indian contexts.
Are international students eligible to apply?
Yes, The Hind School welcomes international applicants from around the world who are interested in learning about India from within. Support is provided for visas, logistics, and cultural orientation. The diversity brought by global participants enriches the learning environment, and the programs are designed to be globally relevant while firmly rooted in Indian contexts.
Is The Hind School recognized by the UGC?
As of now, The Hind School is an autonomous institution and does not fall under the purview of the University Grants Commission (UGC). It does not confer degrees but offers a rigorous, certificate-based postgraduate program that meets high academic and experiential standards. The School is actively building academic collaborations and pathways for credit recognition with Indian and international universities.
Is The Hind School recognized by the UGC?
As of now, The Hind School is an autonomous institution and does not fall under the purview of the University Grants Commission (UGC). It does not confer degrees but offers a rigorous, certificate-based postgraduate program that meets high academic and experiential standards. The School is actively building academic collaborations and pathways for credit recognition with Indian and international universities.
What career support and placements are offered?
The Hind School actively supports students in translating their experience into future academic, professional, and entrepreneurial pathways. While we do not offer formal placements, fellows benefit from personalized mentorship, guidance on resume and portfolio development, and access to a wide network of internships, research opportunities, and project collaborations during the course. The School’s interdisciplinary curriculum, field-based exposure, and focus on real-world problem-solving help students build the skills, networks, and confidence to pursue fellowships, graduate study, or professional roles aligned with their interests.
What career support and placements are offered?
The Hind School actively supports students in translating their experience into future academic, professional, and entrepreneurial pathways. While we do not offer formal placements, fellows benefit from personalized mentorship, guidance on resume and portfolio development, and access to a wide network of internships, research opportunities, and project collaborations during the course. The School’s interdisciplinary curriculum, field-based exposure, and focus on real-world problem-solving help students build the skills, networks, and confidence to pursue fellowships, graduate study, or professional roles aligned with their interests.
Does The Hind School offer scholarships?
Yes, The Hind School is committed to accessibility and ensures that financial need does not become a barrier for outstanding candidates. Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of merit, financial need, and the applicant’s potential to contribute meaningfully to the learning community. All applicants are automatically considered for financial aid during the admissions process—there is no separate application required. While admission is competitive, the School strives to support deserving students through a range of need-sensitive and merit-based funding options.
Does The Hind School offer scholarships?
Yes, The Hind School is committed to accessibility and ensures that financial need does not become a barrier for outstanding candidates. Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of merit, financial need, and the applicant’s potential to contribute meaningfully to the learning community. All applicants are automatically considered for financial aid during the admissions process—there is no separate application required. While admission is competitive, the School strives to support deserving students through a range of need-sensitive and merit-based funding options.
How do I apply to The Hind School?
Applications to The Hind School will open soon. We are currently finalizing our program offerings and course schedules, and expect the application portal to go live shortly. Interested candidates are encouraged to begin preparing their statement of purpose, updated resume, and any relevant academic or creative work that reflects their interest in India. In the meantime, you can write to us at hello@hindschool.com to express your interest, ask questions, or receive updates as soon as applications open. Early inquiries are welcome, and those who write to us will be notified when the admissions cycle officially begins.
How do I apply to The Hind School?
Applications to The Hind School will open soon. We are currently finalizing our program offerings and course schedules, and expect the application portal to go live shortly. Interested candidates are encouraged to begin preparing their statement of purpose, updated resume, and any relevant academic or creative work that reflects their interest in India. In the meantime, you can write to us at hello@hindschool.com to express your interest, ask questions, or receive updates as soon as applications open. Early inquiries are welcome, and those who write to us will be notified when the admissions cycle officially begins.
Collaborations, Questions, or Just Say Namaste
We’re always open to thoughtful dialogue, partnership ideas, and inquiries about our programs. Whether you're a prospective fellow, researcher, institution, or simply curious about our work reach out.
India’s Future Needs New Voices. Yours Included.
Copyright @2025, The Hind sCHOOL
Collaborations, Questions, or Just Say Namaste
We’re always open to thoughtful dialogue, partnership ideas, and inquiries about our programs. Whether you're a prospective fellow, researcher, institution, or simply curious about our work reach out.
India’s Future Needs New Voices. Yours Included.
Copyright @2025, The Hind sCHOOL
Collaborations, Questions, or Just Say Namaste
We’re always open to thoughtful dialogue, partnership ideas, and inquiries about our programs. Whether you're a prospective fellow, researcher, institution, or simply curious about our work reach out.
India’s Future Needs New Voices. Yours Included.
Copyright @2025, The Hind sCHOOL