Announcement of the 90th Edition of Know India Programme (KIP)

The Know India Programme (KIP) provides young members of the Indian diaspora with a unique opportunity to reconnect with their roots while experiencing contemporary India's cultural heritage, economic progress, innovation ecosystem, scientific achievements, and developmental journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047.

Programme Dates : 18 October 2026 – 31 October 2026

Application Deadline : 28 September 2026

Eligibility :

Applicants must:

• Be a Person of Indian Origin (PIO), Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), or Non-Resident Indian (NRI).
• Applicants aged 24–28 years will participate under the Young Professionals cohort.

Please note: Under the revised KIP Guidelines, NRIs are now also eligible to participate in the Programme.

How to Apply :

Interested applicants from Réunion Island are requested to submit their applications to the Consulate General of India before the deadline.

Documents Required :

• Duly filled KIP Application Form 2026 (KIP Application Form 2026)
• Copy of Passport valid for at least 6 months and with at least 2 blank pages
• Copy of PIO/OCI/NRI Card, if available
• Educational Qualification Certificate (minimum required - Graduation from a recognized university)
• Passport-size coloured photograph

Application Process :

Applicants are requested to download the KIP Application Form 2026 form and send the completed form by email to cons.reunion@mea.gov.in and pic.reunion.mea@mea.gov.in

For further details may please refer to the attached guidelines.

KIP Guidelines :

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