88th Edition of the "Know India Programme" (KIP)
Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India invites applications from Indian Diaspora Youth Members, for the 88th Edition of the "Know India Programme" (KIP) scheduled from 8 March to 27 March 2026.
2. KIP is a flagship programme of this Ministry that seeks to reconnect PIOs in the age-group of 21-35 years to 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 Art, 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. The 87th edition of the KIP is currently underway with 37 participants from 15 countries across the globe.
3. DE Division of this 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.
The Know India Programme (KIP) is fully funded by the Government of India Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, where the participant receives free board and lodging, free local transport, free Air ticket (10% to be paid by the participant), free Visa and huge opportunity to Know India and visit prestigious Institutes, historical places etc.
This is a 3-week orientation & engagement programme for Bharatiya Pravasi Youth (Indian Diaspora Youth). Interested applicants may read the guidelines and download the attached application form.
Interested participants send application form to com1.seattle@mea.gov.in with passport size photo on the completely filled in application form, copy of passport, copy of OCI/PIO card and graduation certificate with contact details.
Note : Form should be filled and photograph should be pasted to the application form.
Last date to apply: 19 February 2026
Age between 21-35 years
KIP is open to Persons of Indian Origin (PIO/OCI cardholders) holding passport of US (not for Indian passport holders)
Guidelines for KIP 
KIP application form
