LAMP Fellowship 2020 – Eligibility, Dates, Application Process, Rewards

LAMP which stands for Legislative Assistants to Members of Parliament Fellowship is a highly coveted and unique opportunity for students pursuing research in law making, Indian politics, public policy development, Indian bureaucracy etc. it is arranged by PRS Legislative Research, an independent entity working with the government of India. 

It provides the right candidates with practical exposure to everyday affairs at the Parliament. The fellowship assigns students to work under a serving MP for the duration starting from the current monsoon session of Parliament till the formal budget announcement happens in the country. 

The selected fellows get a wonderful opportunity to assist the MP in preparing his zero hour discussion notes, various questions to be presented in front of the sessions, debates, raising concerns on current issues etc.

Apart from the mainstream training under an MP, candidates also get to discuss extensively with experts, learn from eminent leaders, public speakers, engage in practical policy making experiences with stalwarts in the public domain etc. 

In this article, we discuss at length about LAMP fellowships regarding important dates, eligibility criteria, the application process, documentation, selection method, renewal procedure, benefits awarded to students, terms and conditions of fellowship, results, FAQs and contact details.

LAMP Fellowship 2020 – Overview

LAMP Fellowship – Key Dates

Generally, in January of every year, the commencement of online application process begins for LAMP fellowships. The deadline for submitting online applications closes by 26th January.

Fellowship tenure begins from June 2020 and closes by April – May of year 2021.

LAMP Fellowship Eligibility Criteria

All candidates who wish to make an online application for applying to LAMP fellowships must go through and qualify these conditions:

• All Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
• All candidates must be less than 25 years.
• The minimum academic qualification needed is a bachelors’ degree in any stream/course.

How to Apply For LAMP Fellowship?

The application process for applying to LAMP fellowships shall be open in the online portal only during the stipulated time announced. After the deadline is crossed, applications shall not be accessible to candidates. The application process is explained in detail below:

• All applicants have to follow ONLINE MODE of application only.
• The reason/intention behind the candidate’s application is very important in selecting candidates for this fellowship. So, a letter of intent needs to be presented.
• Essays on two different topics should be written within 500 words each.

LAMP Fellowship Selection Process

All applications shall be subject to a tough scrutinising process following which they would be accepted/ rejected. In this section, we throw some light on the selection process:

• The applications of candidates act as the first metric of selection.
• After experts choose selective applications, the essays submitted by them shall be reviewed by a recommended panel.
• Students who are successful in this round too shall move to the last round, the personal interview.
• Later shortlisted candidates shall be informed.

LAMP Fellowship Rewards and Benefits

The LAMP fellowship awards suitable rewards to selected candidates, they are as follows:

• Monthly stipend of INR 20,000
• The MP under whom the fellow is assigned for work shall make arrangements for office space and other necessary set-up/infrastructure requirements.

LAMP Fellowship – Terms and Conditions

• All LAMP fellows shall be assigned professional duties under an MP for a period of almost 11 months. This period cannot be further extended.
• The fellowship tenure includes a various study and field trips across various constituencies of the country.
• Participation in workshops, seminars, discussions, presentations and debates are part of the LAMP fellowship offered.
• The LAMP fellowship is open to graduates of any stream.
• Every LAMP fellow is bound to have different experience compared to his peers.

LAMP Fellowship Results

The list of selected candidates shall be displayed on the official portal of LAMP fellowship.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I pursue a certificate course while engaging myself as a LAMP fellow?

No. Any additional engagements of the candidate like a continuation of studies or professional change of job etc. shall not be accepted.

• Is the LMAP fellowship equivalent to an internship?

No. Internship is quite different. LAMP fellowship expects select candidates to work for full time with the MP.

• What is the last date to apply?

Usually around 26th of January, the deadline is reached.

• Who will conduct the personal interview of shortlisted candidates?

PRS Legislative Research shall conduct the interview of shortlisted candidates.

• What are the important points to be noted for an essay?

Essay should be clean, crisp and easily understandable. IT should have a word limit of 500 words and should be supported by legal points in detail. 

Contact Details

For further doubts, reach out to PRS Legislative Research at the following details:

PRS Legislative Research, Institute for policy research studies, 3rd floor, Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, 212, Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg. New Delhi – 110002

Phone: +91 11 43434035

E-mail id: lampfellowship@prsindia.org