88th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) from March 8-27, 2026
As you are aware, KIP is a flagship programme of this Ministry that seeks to reconnect PIOs in the age-group of 21-35 years with their ethnic roots besides showcasing the rich cultural heritage of India and its recent spectacular developmental efforts. Through this Programme, Ministry endeavours to present various facets of contemporary Indian Arts, Heritage, Culture, Economy, Innovations, Start-ups, Science & Technology, etc., to the youth members of the Indian Diaspora and strives to motivate and inspire them to contribute and participate in the transformative initiatives of the Government of India as part of its march towards Viksit Bharat. Since its inception in 2003-04, Ministry has successfully organized 86 editions of the KIP with participation of 3116 youth PIO members. The 87th edition of the KIP is currently underway with 37 participants from 15 countries across the globe.
Ministry plans to organise the 88th edition of the KIP from March 8-27, 2026. As per the guidelines of the Programme, 40 youth PIO members in the age group of 21-35 years would be invited to visit India for a 3-week programme to address the aforesaid intended purposes.
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Scrutiny of applications by Indian Missions/Posts & Forwarding the same to the DE Division of the Ministry by
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88th
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08 March 2026
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27 March 2026
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19 February 2026
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24 February 2026
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Guidelines, Application proforma, Flyers etc., for the KIP are attached for information for the upcoming 88th edition of the KIP.
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