SPIPA Sardar Patel Good Governance CM Fellowship 2026-27: Apply Online for 25 Fellows

SPIPA Sardar Patel Good Governance CM Fellowship 2026-27: Apply Online for 25 Fellows

 

The Chief Minister’s Fellowship Program aims to appoint dynamic individuals as “Fellows” who can serve as catalysts for change in government departments. Selected candidates will work on high-impact projects and innovative initiatives. The application window is open from 01 November 2025 to 15 December 2025. Read on for full details regarding eligibility, stipend, and the selection process. 🚀

💡 Key Highlights: SPIPA CM Fellowship 2026-27

Here is a quick overview of the fellowship program.

Feature	Details
Organization	Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA)
Program Name	Sardar Patel Good Governance CM Fellowship 2026-27
Total Vacancies	25 Fellows
Monthly Remuneration	Rs. 1,10,000/- (Stipend + LTA)
Application Mode	Online
Application Period	01/11/2025 to 15/12/2025
Official Website	spipa.gujarat.gov.in

📋 Vacancy & Stipend Details

The program originally sanctioned 20 positions, but as per the latest approval dated 18/03/2025, the number of fellows has been increased to 25.

• Number of Fellows: 25
• Monthly Stipend: Rs. 1,00,000/-
• Leave Travel Allowance (LTA): Rs. 10,000/- per month
• Total Monthly Pay: Rs. 1,10,000/-

Note: The tenure is initially for one year, extendable by another year based on performance.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following strict eligibility criteria as of the last date of application (15/12/2025).

🎓 Educational Qualification

• Schooling: Passed SSC (10th) and HSC (12th) with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Graduation: A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Preference: Candidates who have graduated from Prime National Institutes (like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, etc.) or International/Foreign Universities will be given preference/higher weightage.

💼 Experience

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a Government or Private organization.

🎂 Age Limit

• The candidate should not be more than 35 years of age as of 15/12/2025.

💰 Application Fees

All applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee to complete their registration.

• Application Fee: Rs. 500/-
• Mode of Payment: Online

📝 Selection Process

The selection will be rigorous and merit-based, conducted by a dedicated Scrutiny and Selection Committee.

Stage	Criteria	Weightage
Stage 1: Scrutiny	Educational Qualifications & Work Experience	40%
Stage 2: Evaluation	Personal Statement (Evaluated by IIM-A Experts)	20%
Stage 3: Interview	Personal Interview (By Selection Committee)	40%
Total	–	100%

🖥️ How to Apply: CM Fellowship 2026-27

The application process involves an online form followed by document submission via Google Form. Follow these steps:

1.   Visit Website: Go to http://spipa.gujarat.gov.in/.

2.   Apply Online: Click on the link “SARDAR PATEL GOOD GOVERNANCE CM FELLOWSHIP 2026-27”.

3.   Fill Details: Enter your personal, educational, and experience details. Ensure your name matches your SSC mark sheet.

4.   Personal Statement: Write a “Personal Statement” (1000-1200 words) explaining why you should be selected. (Do not use special characters like !@#%&* in this section).

5.   Pay Fee: Pay the Rs. 500/- application fee online.

6.   Submit & Print: Confirm your application and take a printout.

7.   Upload Documents: After confirmation, you MUST upload your documents via the Google Form link provided in the notification: Upload Documents Here.

🔗 Important Links

Direct links to apply and download the official notification.

Link Description	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Document Upload (Google Form)	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

📅 Important Dates

Ensure you complete your application before the deadline.

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	01 November 2025
Online Application End Date	15 December 2025 (11:59 PM)

 

Note: Before applying Candidates are suggested to please always check once and confirm the above detail with the official website and Notification/Advertisement.