BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026: Qualifications, Deadline and How To Apply
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has launched the 'BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026', offering 50 paid seats for young graduates under 28. The 12-month tenure includes a monthly stipend of INR 61,500 to work on Mumbai’s civic policy and development. Applicants must be fluent in Marathi. Registrations run online until August 31, 2026.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has officially launched the "BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026", offering young graduates a paid 12-month opportunity to work within Mumbai's civic governance framework. India's richest municipal corporation is inviting applications for 50 fellowship positions to integrate youth-driven perspectives into urban administration, policymaking and civic infrastructure management.
Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of INR 61,500 during their one-year tenure, working alongside senior municipal officers and policy experts. The online application portal opened on August 19, 2026, and will accept submissions until August 31, 2026. Property Tax in Mumbai: BMC Raises Residential Tax Exemption Limit From 500 Sq Ft to 700 Sq Ft, Major Relief for Homeowners.
| Parameter | Details |
| Total Seats | 50 seats |
| Tenure | 12 months (1 year) |
| Monthly Stipend | INR 61,500 per month |
| Application Fee | INR 500 |
| Application Window | August 19, 2026 - August 31, 2026 |
| Application Portal | bmc.recruitlive.in |
Eligibility and Educational Qualifications
To apply for the fellowship, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be below 28 years of age at the time of application submission.
- Language Proficiency: Essential proficiency in Marathi (reading, writing, and speaking) is required. Candidates must also possess adequate working knowledge of English and Hindi.
- Technical Skills: Basic working knowledge of computers, the internet, and digital tools is mandatory.
Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities
The fellowship aims to provide young professionals with hands-on experience in public administration while addressing urban challenges across Mumbai.
Fellows will be deployed across civic administrative departments. Responsibilities include data analysis, project strategy formulation, progress monitoring, inter-departmental coordination, policy drafting, and civic engagement outreach. Areas of focus will include urban planning, waste management, public health, transport, and environmental initiatives.
Upon successfully completing the 12-month tenure, participants will receive a certificate of completion from the civic body. Mohan Bhagwat Says Gen Z and Gen Alpha More Honest Than Existing Generation; Here's Why.
BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026
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Selection Process and How to Apply
The application process is conducted entirely online through the official portal:
- Online Registration: Candidates must visit bmc.recruitlive.in and complete the initial account registration.
- Document Uploads: Applicants are required to upload academic certificates, identity proofs (such as Aadhaar), and passport-size photographs.
- Verification Standards: The portal requires live photo/video verification and identity capture during the online submission process.
- Fee Payment: Applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 500 to submit their application.
Background and Objective
The fellowship is structured as a fixed-term tenure and does not constitute permanent employment with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.
By engaging young graduates, the civic administration aims to leverage modern technical skills and fresh analytical approaches to streamline urban governance, while building a pipeline of civic-minded young leaders in Maharashtra.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 20, 2026 02:59 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
