POSTGRADUATE PROGRAM

Every student deserves a chance. We make it possible.

The future changes when first-generation learners receive the guidance they deserve. With the right support, every student can rise beyond limitations and step into opportunities once out of reach.

OVERVIEW

The Eklavya Post-Graduate Program empowers first-generation learners from marginalized communities to pursue higher education at the post-graduate level. By offering mentorship, workshops, and application support, the program helps students explore diverse opportunities, prepare for competitive entrance exams, and access reputed institutions with scholarships. It strives to create a strong network of graduates who lead with knowledge, confidence, and a commitment to driving social change.

Program Highlights

Awarness

We introduce students to diverse higher education opportunities, fellowships, and scholarships available across India. Through workshops, webinars, and resource-sharing, we help students understand what’s possible beyond their current academic environment.

Mentoring

Each student is matched with a mentor who guides them through personal and academic decisions. Mentors provide insights, motivation, and direction, helping students stay focused on their long-term goals.

Coaching

Students receive one-on-one and group coaching to prepare for entrance exams, application processes, and interviews. Our coaching ensures they are equipped with the skills and confidence needed to pursue higher education successfully.

Workshop

The PG Program workshops provide a transformative, multi-day residential learning experience for first-generation post-graduate aspirants. Students from diverse backgrounds come together in an inclusive space to explore courses, institutions, and career paths in India and abroad.

Through interactive sessions, practical activities, and expert-led guidance, students build academic readiness and essential skills like research aptitude, communication, and decision-making. With mentor support and peer learning, they gain the confidence to pursue higher education and shape meaningful futures.

Explore

Students discover a wide range of post-graduate courses, institutions, and career paths in India and abroad through interactive sessions and expert guidance.

Learn

Hands-on activities, practical assignments, and lectures from subject experts help students build research aptitude, academic readiness, and essential life skills.

Transform

With mentor support, peer learning, and exposure to inspiring role models, students gain clarity, confidence, and the motivation to pursue meaningful post-graduate futures.

Mentorship Program

The Mentorship Program is central to the PG initiative, providing continuous and personalized guidance to students as they navigate the challenges of pursuing post-graduate education. By fostering long-term, trust-based relationships, the program supports learners at every step — from exploring opportunities to securing admissions and scholarships.

Student attends career workshop

Students begin their journey by attending an intensive career workshop, where they are introduced to a range of educational and career possibilities. This helps them reflect on their interests, strengths, and goals.

Matches with Dedicated Mentor

After the workshop, each student is carefully paired with a mentor who shares a similar academic or personal background. The mentor acts as a guide, role model, and motivator throughout the year.

One-year of Ongoing Support

Over the course of a year, mentors provide consistent support through regular check-ins, helping students make informed choices about courses, colleges, applications, and life skills. This continuous support helps students stay focused, confident, and on track.

Residential Program

The Residential Program is an intensive, three-month in-person learning experience designed to prepare first-generation learners for admission into premier colleges and universities across India. Focused on fields such as Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, and Sciences, the program provides structured academic and non-academic support in a nurturing, distraction-free environment.

About the program

Hosted at the Eklavya Centre in Maharashtra, the program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to pursue higher education. Participants benefit from close mentorship, peer learning, and daily engagement in activities that expand their academic and personal horizons.

What we focus on

Higher Education Readiness: Guidance on college applications, scholarships, and writing impactful Statements of Purpose.
Skill Development: Training in public speaking, academic writing, critical thinking, and self-awareness.
Mentorship & Peer Learning: Direct access to mentors and a diverse peer group to foster collaboration, support, and inspiration.