Fellowship · India
A seven-month, fully funded leadership fellowship for social entrepreneurs in India who already run a working model against poverty. About 20 Fellows a year; Acumen covers programme costs but gives no cash funding.
Open · closes 31 Oct 2026 Run by Acumen Academy
Verified 19 October 2026 · From the programme's own pages
The Fellowship gives no funding beyond covering programme costs. It combines a virtual orientation, three in-person immersives of five to six days, two virtual learning labs and self-paced work, about 4 to 6 hours a week. Shortlisted applicants join a virtual selection conference on 15-16 January 2027, and the Fellowship runs from March to October 2027. Graduates can apply separately to the Acumen Angels programme.
2027 Fellowship: applications opened 25 September 2026 and close 31 October 2026.
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