High Commission of India 
Wellington

The 75th Know India Programme (KIP)

The 75th Know India Programme (KIP) from 7th July 2024 to 27th July 2024 was introduced by the Ministry of External Affairs of the Government of India, which is a three-week programme connecting Indian diaspora youth with their Indian roots. Its main goal is to enhance their understanding of India, spanning its rich history, culture, and contemporary achievements in various fields like economics, industry, education, science, technology, telecommunications, IT, and space science. KIP participants enjoy exclusive Learning Tours to a wide range of institutions, facilitating deep insights and meaningful interactions with experts and specialists.

Therefore, the programme for the 75th edition of the KIP will also focus on sectoral developments of India in Science & Technology, Information & Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Startup Ecosystem, Digital Infrastructure, Defence and Agriculture etc. while further highlighting the cultural and civilizational heritage of India like Yoga, Ayurveda, Classical forms of Dance and Music and Archaeological history.

Applications for KIP from the willing and eligible candidates are invited, as per the details given below: 

THE LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS 31ST MAY 2024.

Eligibility:

• Age: 21 to 35 years

• Education: Graduate from a recognised University or Educational Institution.

• Medical: Medical Fitness Certificate or report.

• Proof/Certificates of Indian origin, such as OCI, etc.

• Undertaking of no one from your family has previously participated in KIP and only one member per family can participate in the same KIP.

How to Apply:

• Visit the KIP website or click the link https://kip.gov.in/.

• Register as instructed.

The Government of India will provide:

• Airfare will be provided but candidates will bear 10% of the total airfare.

• Lodging and boarding will be provided free.

KIP 75th Edition from 07th July 2024 to 27th July 2024 

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE SEND US EMAIL AT: inf[dot]wellington[at]mea[dot]gov[dot]in