Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is inviting applications from young graduates for a 12-month fellowship that offers first-hand experience in civic administration and an opportunity to contribute to Mumbai's development.

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation BMC GenZ Fellowship

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What is it about?

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is inviting applications from young aspirants for its Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026.

The 12-month fellowship offers young graduates an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in civic administration and contribute to initiatives related to Mumbai's development.

As many as 50 candidates will be selected for the fellowship programme; they will receive a stipend of Rs 61,500.

The BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme is designed to give young people exposure as to how civic administration functions.

Selected fellows will get opportunities to:

  • Understand how the BMC functions
  • Interact with policymakers
  • Gain exposure to education, leadership and innovation
  • Develop communication, leadership and administrative skills
  • Contribute to initiatives that could help shape Mumbai's future
  • Receive a certificate after successfully completing the fellowship

An application fee of Rs 500 is applicable.

Who can apply?

To be eligible for the BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026, candidates must:

  • Be graduates in any discipline
  • Be below 28 years of age
  • Be able to read, write and speak Marathi
  • Have adequate knowledge of Hindi and English
  • Have basic knowledge of computer operations and the internet

How to apply

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official BMC recruitment portal HERE.

Important dates

The last date to apply for the fellowship is August 31.

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