Announcement of the 89th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) scheduled to be organized from 15th September to 29th September 2026 Announcement of the 89th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) scheduled to be organized from 15th September to 29th September 2026
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Announcement of the 89th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) scheduled to be organized from 15th September to 29th September 2026

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KIP is a flagship programme of this Ministry that seeks to reconnect PIOs in the age-group of 18-23 years with 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 Arts, 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. Ministry plans to organise the 89th edition of the KIP from September 15-29, 2026. As per the guidelines of the Programme, members in the age group of 18-23 years would be invited to visit India to address the aforesaid intended purposes.

Interersted participants may send their  application (in MS word format), along with Educational Qualification Certificate, Passport, Passport size colored photograph, PIO/OCI card documents related to the Embassy of India in Guatemala City at admn.guatemala@mea.gov.in latest by 27.08.2026.

Guidelines for KIP

KIP application form