Kalpana Fellowship is for the enthusiastic individual whose purpose is as strong as your passion to transform space, empower it with the Kalpana Fellowship from Skyroot Aerospace, the first ever space-tech fellowship exclusively for women.
About Kalpana Fellowship
The Kalpana Fellowship epitomizes the boundless opportunities awaiting young women endowed with a profound passion and talent for space technology. Inspired by the revered astronaut Kalpana Chawla, this pioneering initiative is spearheaded by Skyroot, India’s premier space-tech company. The fellowship aims to empower and provide extraordinary opportunities for women space engineers to aspire and accomplish significant milestones in both their academic endeavours and professional trajectories. Kalpana Fellowship nurtures the educational journey of exceptional candidates, propelling them into dynamic careers in space-tech innovation, brimming with a multitude of prospects.
What it mean to be a Kalpana Fellow
The word “Kalpana” which means “idea” or “imagination,” captures the essence embodied by the Kalpana Fellowships. The fellowship encapsulates the spirit of aspiration, curiosity, and creativity, aiming to ignite the minds of aspiring women professionals who could lead the aerospace industry in accomplishing extraordinary feats for the betterment of humanity.
Kalpana Fellowship offers attractive internship opportunities that empower Kalpana Fellows with the invaluable experience of being part of the exciting space launch projects of Skyroot. It also packs-in first-of-its-kind features, which makes it a lone star in the Indian space industry.
Kalpana Fellowship Important Selection Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Registration Opens | 20 February 2024 |
| Registration Closes | 20 March 2024 |
| Intimation sent to eligible candidates | April 1st week, 2024 |
| Online Test & Shortlisting of candidates | April 3rd week, 2024 |
| Tech Skill Check (Problem Statement/ Class Study and Shortlisting of candidates) | April 4th week, 2024 |
| Final Interview Round | May 2024 |
| Declaration of qualified fellows | June 2024 |
| Commencement of fellowship with monthly allowance | July 2024 |
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Eligibility Criteria
- Open for Indian Nationals only
- Candidates who are undergoing their final year of college will have to secure written approval from their college registrar permitting them to join Skyroot as a full-time fellow.
- Final Year B.Tech/ M.Tech/ PhD degree and specialization related to Aerospace / Aeronautical/ Mechanical/ Electronics/ Chemical and Electrical Engineering.
- Recent B.Tech/ M.Tech/ PhD graduates (freshers) in the above streams with no professional experience, within 2 years from the successful date of completion of studies.
- Selected candidates must be willing to spend regular working hours for one full year at Skyroot Max-Q campus in Hyderabad.
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Selection Procedure
The candidate selection process will undergo thorough evaluation across three stages to identify and assess the mental and academic competencies essential for a Kalpana Fellow to realize the envisioned goals of the fellowship.
The selection process for Kalpana Fellowships will be competitive and is based on merit, seeking to identify the brightest and most passionate individuals who embody the spirit of Kalpana Chawla.
- Stage 1 – Online Test
- Stage 2 – Case Study/ Problem Statement
- Stage 3 – Technical Interview
Kalpana Fellowship Stipend
The Kalpana fellows will be paid a fixed monthly stipend for one year while working at Skyroot. It will be as follows:
- B.Tech Final Year Students- Rs. 30,000 PM
- M.Tech Final Year Students- Rs. 35,000 PM
- B.Tech Freshers who have completed studies- Rs. 50,000 PM
- M.Tech Freshers who have completed studies- Rs. 55,000 PM
- PhD Completed- Rs. 80,000 PM
How to Apply?
Prospective applicants are advised to thoroughly review and comprehend different facets of the Kalpana Fellowship, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and deadlines, available on this website, prior to submitting their online applications. Applicants can use the online form on this website to apply for the Kalpana Fellowship.
