Technology+Policy course scholarship for FOSS devs

Scholarship for the May - July 2025 cohort is open now

Applications for the scholarship to FOSS developers for the May to July 2025 cohort of the The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy (Technology and Policy) at the Takshashila Institution are open now.

In the 9th batch, we are sponsoring 80% (₹26,400) of the full course fee of ₹33,000 for 6 candidates. The remaining 20% (₹6,600) of the fee has to be paid by the applicant. If you’re interested:

  1. Apply to the upcoming cohort (class begins on 3rd May 2025, application deadline: 20th April 2025)
  2. In the application form, enter FOSS UNITED in the referral name field, and foundation@fossunited.org in the referral e-mail field.
  3. If you are accepted, FOSS United Foundation covers 80% (₹26,400) of the course fee for you.

Important Notice: Please note that this course is conducted over weekends and is quite intensive. It spans three months, requiring participants to dedicate their weekends during this period. Candidates should submit their application only after they are clear in their mind that they can commit their time and energy to successfully completing this course.

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A hearty thank you to FOSS United for awarding me this scholarship for the May cohort. I’ll make good use of it :slight_smile:

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Scholars for May - July 2025 Cohort

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Scholarship for the September - November 2025 cohort is open now

Applications for the scholarship to FOSS developers for the September to November 2025 cohort of the The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy (Technology and Policy) at the Takshashila Institution are open now.

In the 10th batch, we are sponsoring 80% (₹26,400) of the full course fee of ₹33,000 for 6 candidates. The remaining 20% (₹6,600) of the fee has to be paid by the applicant. If you’re interested:

  1. Apply to the upcoming cohort (class begins on 6th September 2025, application deadline: 24th August 2025)
  2. In the application form, enter FOSS UNITED in the referral name field, and foundation@fossunited.org in the referral e-mail field.
  3. If you are accepted, FOSS United Foundation covers 80% (₹26,400) of the course fee for you.

Important Notice: Please be aware that this program takes place on weekends and is quite rigorous. It runs for three months, so you’ll need to devote every weekend to it. Only apply once you’re certain you can commit the necessary time and effort to complete the course successfully.

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Is this scholarship open for the next cohort in January 2026?

It isn’t open yet, but will be announced soon. Keep an eye on our updates.

Scholar for September - November 2025 Cohort

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Scholarship for the January - March 2026 cohort is open now

Applications for the scholarship to FOSS developers for the September to November 2025 cohort of the The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy (Technology and Policy) at the Takshashila Institution are open now.

There are certain changes to the scholarship structure. Please read below carefully.

In the 11th batch, we are offering a 100% scholarship (₹49,560) for 6 candidates with a performance-based reimbursement structure:

  • Students pay 50% (₹24,780) of the course fee upfront
  • FOSS United Foundation reimburses the full 50% (₹24,780) upon achieving any passing grade
  • Effective cost: ₹0 for students who complete the course successfully

Application process:

  1. Apply to the cohort starting 10th January 2026 (application deadline: 4th January 2026)
  2. Enter FOSS UNITED in the referral name field and foundation@fossunited.org in the referral email field
  3. Upon acceptance, pay 50% of the fee upfront, and FOSS United Foundation will reimburse it after course completion

Important Notice: This program runs on weekends over three months and is quite demanding. Every weekend will require your commitment. Apply only if you are certain you can dedicate the necessary time to complete the course successfully.

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