Frequently Asked Questions
The Good Politician
Why should I apply? How is this different from other training programs out there?
When does this program start?
What is the structure of this 9 month program?
What is the time commitment needed for this program?
Where will this program happen?
What sort of training and curriculum do you provide?
Can I skip a residential, come in a few days late or leave earlier?
Do you provide a degree or certificate?
What is the medium of instruction?
Do you provide internships or placements with leaders and parties?
What does a day during the residential look like?
What does a day during the field time look like?
What are important expectations during the program?
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Completion of necessary pre and post work for the trimester -
Attendance to residentials and field sessions -
Respect towards everyone and integrity towards commitments
What are the boarding and lodging arrangements during residentials?
How do you ensure safety for participants during residentials and travel?
Application & Selection
What is the selection process? How many rounds are there?
Who is an ideal candidate for this program?
Is there a minimum eligibility requirement for the program?
How do I apply?
Is there an application fee?
I am working full time, can I apply for this program?
I am already associated with a political party, can I apply?
What should I write for the subjective questions in the form?
Can I upload a CV or work experience certificate?
How long will it take for me to receive a response after applying?
When will I get the final decision of my selection into the program?
Can I upload a CV or work experience certificate?
How long will it take for me to receive a response after applying?
When will I get the final decision of my selection into the program?
I am an Indian living abroad, can I apply?
Yes. If you are a citizen of India, you are eligible to apply. Your selection will still depend on your fit with our expectation of political aspiration and current political experience.
I am an Indian with a foreign passport, can I apply?
No, you need an Indian passport to be eligible to run for elections.
Can people with disabilities apply?
What do you mean by a representative cohort? How will you ensure diversity in each cohort?
Is there a special preference for any community, gender or background?
Do I need to provide any certification for my disadvantaged background?
How many recommendations or references do you need?
What will happen in the video interview?
What will happen in the weekend bootcamp?
Fees & Scholarships
What is the selection process? How many rounds are there?
Who is an ideal candidate for this program?
Is there a minimum eligibility requirement for the program?
How do I apply?
Is there an application fee?
I am working full time, can I apply for this program?
I am already associated with a political party, can I apply?
What should I write for the subjective questions in the form?
Can I upload a CV or work experience certificate?
How long will it take for me to receive a response after applying?
When will I get the final decision of my selection into the program?
Can I upload a CV or work experience certificate?
How long will it take for me to receive a response after applying?
When will I get the final decision of my selection into the program?
I am an Indian living abroad, can I apply?
Yes. If you are a citizen of India, you are eligible to apply. Your selection will still depend on your fit with our expectation of political aspiration and current political experience.
I am an Indian with a foreign passport, can I apply?
No, you need an Indian passport to be eligible to run for elections.
Can people with disabilities apply?
What do you mean by a representative cohort? How will you ensure diversity in each cohort?
Is there a special preference for any community, gender or background?
Do I need to provide any certification for my disadvantaged background?
How many recommendations or references do you need?
What will happen in the video interview?
What will happen in the weekend bootcamp?
Participants & Alumni
Who are previous participants of this program?
What are the alumni opportunities after this program for me?
What alumni support do you provide?
Organisation & People
Does ISD align with any political party?
What do you mean by non-partisan?
Who runs ISD?