Become More

Than a Political Leader.
Make an Impact That Matters.

MA in Political Leadership & Government (MPG)

at MIT-WPU, Pune

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Preparing Leaders

for Politics, Governance & Public Life

600+

Student Leaders
Created

500+

Distinguished
Speakers Engaged

500+

Strong Alumni
Network

20+

Glorious Years

75+

Training Workshops
Conducted

Find Your Edge

One Programme.
Two Powerful Tracks.

Choose the pathway that aligns with the role you want to play in politics & governance

Indian Parliament — Political Management Track

Political Management Track (PMT)

Focus on executive leadership, public administration, and the management of political institutions and personnel.

Key Subjects

  • Crisis Leadership & Negotiation
  • Constituency Management & Development
  • Agenda Setting in Politics
  • Organisation Building Principles & Process
Campaign rally and data dashboards — Strategy Management Track

Strategy Management Track (SMT)

Focus on the mechanics of modern politics, including campaign management, data analytics, and strategic communication.

Key Subjects

  • Budget Making and Analysis
  • Digital Media Strategy & Branding
  • Political Data Analytics
  • Elections and Campaign Management

Experience Political Leadership
Beyond the Classroom

Go beyond political theory with hands-on exposure to governance,
policymaking and public affairs

MPG students
Classroom session

Two-Year
Structured Journey

Build a grounded understanding with 1st Year on-campus classroom sessions and study tours; 2nd Year off-campus immersive internships and professional attachments

Students interacting with a leader

Political and Social
Internships

Work alongside political leaders, parties and constituencies through immersive internships and professional attachments

Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad

Understand India
and the World

Gain diverse perspectives through Rural Immersion, National Study Tour, Election Study Tour and International Immersion

Interaction session

Distinctive
Pedagogy

Learn through biography and autobiography studies, film studies and case studies

Field visit

Practice
Democracy

Experience the democratic debate, deliberation and decision-making through Model Parliament and Vichaar Manthan

Students at MIT-WPU

Value-Rooted
Development

Develop self-awareness with Yoga and the Scientific Study of Mind, Matter, Spirit and Consciousness

Build a Tech-Stack
for
Data-Driven Political
Leadership

Psephology and
Election Surveys

Political Data
Analytics

Digital Media
Strategy & Branding

Budget Making
and Analysis

Research Methods for
Political Leadership

Ideas, Insights & Masterclasses by

Leaders Shaping the Nation

Learn through 500+ distinguished speakers engaged across politics, governance and
public policy, alongside Professors of Practice.

M. Venkaiah Naidu — Former Vice-President of Bharat
Lal Krishna Advani — Former Deputy Prime Minister of Bharat
Sumitra Mahajan — Former Speaker, Lok Sabha
Sharad Pawar — President, NCP-SP
Late Shivraj Patil — Former Speaker, Lok Sabha
Arif Mohammad Khan — Governor of Bihar
Digvijaya Singh — Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh
Nitin Gadkari — Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways

Their Stories.
Your Next Chapter.

Ms. Nidhi Kamdar — OSD to the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis
Adv. Sandeep Katke — Vice President, AAP (Mumbai Pradesh), Maharashtra
Ms. Vidhi Palsapure — Social Entrepreneur, National Youth Awardee 2020-21, Founder, Mazha Career Guide Foundation
Dr. Abhijeet More — Spokesperson, AAP Maharashtra
Shri Zain Patel — President, Mumbadevi Assembly Youth Congress, Maharashtra
Shri Siddhesh Naik — District Panchayat Member, Khodi, & State Media Convenor, BJP, Goa
Dr. Vaishnavi Kirad — National Secretary, INC
Shri Shekhar Borhade — Upa Zilla Pramukh, Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra
Shri Shantanu Dhotre — President, IYC, Chandrapur District, Maharashtra
Shri Pankaj Chandel — General Secretary, Apna Dal (K), Uttar Pradesh

From the

Director’s Desk

Dr. Namesh Killemsetty, Director

Dr. Namesh Killemsetty

Director

He brings over a decade of academic and corporate experience across civil engineering and public policy. His expertise spans urban governance, housing and community rights, supported by interdisciplinary research and extensive fieldwork.

A former Associate Professor & Dean at O. P. Jindal Global University, he holds advanced qualifications from the University of Massachusetts Boston, CEPT University and MNNIT Allahabad. His work has earned international recognition, including the Urban Affairs Association’s Alma H. Young Emerging Scholar Award.

Admission Details

MA in Political Leadership and Government (MPG)

Minimum 55% aggregate marks in a 3-year or 4-year undergraduate degree from a UGC-approved university (45% for OBC candidates belonging to Maharashtra).

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MA in Political Leadership and Government (MPG)

A two-phase process: a written test in Phase 1, followed by a personal interview in Phase 2 to assess both knowledge and aptitude for public leadership.

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MA in Political Leadership and Government (MPG)

₹3,10,000 for two years, including study tours and course materials. The International Study Tour, if opted, is charged separately.

Cautionary Deposit: Rs. 25,000/- (Refundable)

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MA in Political Leadership and Government (MPG)

2 Years Full Time. Year one on campus; year two off campus through internships and professional attachments.

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MA in Political Leadership and Government (MPG)

Merit-based financial support for deserving candidates. In addition, the MLA Scholarship provides a fee waiver of ₹1,10,000. Specific eligibility and score requirements are available on request.

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Admission Process

01

How to Apply?

Start your application and fill in the enquiry form.

Receive your Login ID and password.

Complete the application form and pay the application fee.

02

Written Test (Phase 1)

Appear for the MIT-SOG written test.

Check your result once declared
(Dates will be notified via email).

03

Personal Interview & Admission (Phase 2)

Appear for the personal interview.

Receive your provisional offer of admission (if selected).

Complete fee payment and registration formalities.

More Than a Degree.A Perspective Shift.

Rural Immersion at a Gram Sansad

Rural Immersion

Community projects to experience governance at the ground level in real Bharat.

National Study Tour group

National Study Tour

Exposure to India's key political and governance institutions.

Election Study Tour at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Election Study Tour

First-hand understanding of elections and campaigns in action.

International Immersion group

International Immersion

Global exposure to governance and public policy practices.

Strengthening Democracy

National Legislators’ Conference Bharat (NLC Bharat)

National Legislators’ Conference Bharat (NLC Bharat) is an avenue for Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs) and Members of Legislative Councils (MLCs) across the nation to gather in one place and exchange ideas in this historic conference. Hon’ble Speakers of Lok Sabha (Former) and current Speakers of Legislative Assemblies came together to build this conference, the first edition of which, took place in Mumbai from 15th, 16th, 17th June 2023.

BCS - Bhartiya Chatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament)

Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament) is an esteemed gathering that brings together young minds from across the nation, serving as a platform for intellectual discourse, exchange of ideas, and the nurturing of leadership qualities

National Women’s Parliament

Initiated in 2017, this platform connects 10,000 socio-politically aware young women with over 450 women legislators, parliamentarians, and global leaders. Through structured policy dialogues and leadership sessions, it addresses critical issues of representation and gender-inclusive governance. By fostering mentorship and collaboration, the initiative empowers the next generation and strengthens women's participation in public and political life.

NLC Bharat felicitation
MPG students with leaders
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad stage
National Women's Parliament
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad session
NLC Bharat
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad felicitation
National Women's Parliament session
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad
NLC Bharat
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad
Students at a democracy event
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad
NLC Bharat ceremony
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad
Bhartiya Chhatra Sansad

100+ Clubs. Countless Experiences.

One Vibrant Campus

Students with Shri Lal Krishna Advani
Guest lecture at MIT-SOG
Vichaar Manthan session
Study tour group photo
Rural immersion field visit
Felicitation at campus event

Where every experience leaves you with something more.

Model Parliament | Vichaar Manthan | Study Tours | Clubs | Events

Everything You Need

To Know

It is a two-year, full-time postgraduate degree. Year one is on campus; year two is off campus through internships and professional attachments.

Candidates with a minimum 55% aggregate in a 3- or 4-year undergraduate degree from a UGC-approved university (45% for OBC candidates from Maharashtra).

A two-phase process: a written test followed by a personal interview.

Political and social internships, Rural Immersion, National Study Tour, Election Study Tour, International Immersion, and Model Parliament.

Roles across political leadership, electoral strategy, policy analysis, government consulting, psephology and international development.

Yes. Merit-based scholarships, plus the MLA Scholarship offering a ₹1,10,000 fee waiver.

Applicants from different linguistic backgrounds may apply for the MPG programme, provided they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. However, candidates should confirm the language of instruction and any English proficiency requirements with the MIT-WPU admissions team.

Yes. The MPG programme includes two intensive internships that offer practical experience in politics and governance. Students undertake internships related to election research, campaign management and constituency development, with opportunities to work alongside political leaders, political organisations and consultancy agencies.

No. A degree in Political Science is not mandatory for admission to the MPG programme. Graduates from any academic stream can apply, provided they meet the university's eligibility criteria and successfully complete the prescribed selection process.

Students gain practical exposure through political internships, field visits, workshops and study tours. The programme includes visits to government institutions, political party offices and constituencies, alongside opportunities to learn about election management, public policy and administration from experienced professionals.

No. The MPG programme prepares students for careers beyond electoral politics. Graduates can explore opportunities in political consulting, public policy, governance, political research, campaign management and constituency development. It is suitable for individuals interested in contributing to public administration and political leadership.

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