The Gen PurpleFellowship.
An Elite Leadership Fellowship for Future Global Leaders
For ambitious teens pursuing Ivy League, Oxbridge and other top global universities : designed to help them stand out as teen founders, scholars and future global leaders.
Cohort 01
Only 30 Fellows
- Fellowship duration
- 6 Months
- Limited cohort
- 30 Fellows
- Cohort 1
- Jan – June 2027
- Eligibility
- Grades 8–12 & UG Years 1–2
Who It's For
For Students Who Want to Do More Than Follow a Path
Gen Purple helps you go beyond just qualifying for the Ivy League and other leading global universities to building a profile that makes you stand out. Through meaningful projects, leadership experiences and personalised mentorship, turn your ambitions into action and build a story that reflects not just what you achieve, but who you are becoming.
- “The Curious Thinker”
- “The Emerging Builder”
- “The Purpose-Driven Leader”
- “The Global Aspirant”
The Fellowship Journey
Six Months, Told in Moments
From Discovering Yourself to Building Something That Matters
Six months to explore your strengths, develop your ideas, take initiative and communicate what you stand for.
Milestone 1: Personal Discovery
Understand your strengths, interests, values and ambitions to make more informed choices about your future.
Milestone 2: Leadership & Vision
Develop your ability to think independently, make decisions and turn your values into purposeful action.
Milestone 3: Venture & Innovation
Explore problems, develop solutions and build a venture, initiative or project around an idea you believe in.
Milestone 4: Impact & Global Perspective
Learn from experts and practitioners, broaden your perspective and understand how ideas can create meaningful change.
Milestone 5: Personal Story & University Positioning
Articulate what you have built, why it matters and how your experiences connect to your future aspirations and university goals.
Immersions
Inside the Gen Purple Fellowship
Six Months. Two Immersions. Real-World Impact.
Two Journeys. One Bigger Perspective.
India Immersion
Discover. Lead. Build.
- Premium Residential Accommodation & Hospitality
- Curated Leadership Experiences
- Expert & Peer Learning
- Venture & Project Development
- A University Perspective from Experts
- Fellowship Certificate & Lifetime Community Membership
Global Immersion
Explore. Connect. Expand.
- All Inclusions of India Immersion + UK Global Immersion
- House of Lords Graduation
- Networking with Alumni of Leading Global Universities
- Global Visibility & Storytelling
- Visit to Leading UK Universities
Excluded: Travel, flights, UK visa fees, test preparation, project-related expenses and personal expenses.
Admissions
A Selective Process. A Cohort of 30.
Gen Purple is designed for students who demonstrate curiosity, initiative and the potential to turn ideas into action.
How it works
- 01.
Express Your Interest
Complete the online interest form to introduce yourself and your aspirations.
- 02.
Application Invitation
Eligible, shortlisted students receive the application link and share more about their interests, experiences and ambitions.
- 03.
Personal Interview
Meet the Fellowship team to discuss your perspective, motivations and what you hope to build.
- 04.
Cohort Selection
Selected candidates are invited to join the cohort of 30 fellows.
- 05.
Enrollment & Goal Mapping
Begin your fellowship journey with a personalised roadmap and clear goals.
Perspectives. Experience. Mentorship.
Learn from Leaders Who Shape What's Next
Meet Our Experts
author & speaker
Dr. Priya Virmani
Life CoachHarvard UniversityTEDx SpeakerRenowned AuthorGain perspectives on personal development, self-awareness and the mindset needed to navigate your ambitions with purpose.
strategic thinking
Ani Kaprekar
Strategic Advisor to C-suite LeadersLife CoachHarvard UniversitySenior Counsel, India, Trafalgar StrategyExplore leadership, strategic thinking and the perspectives needed to navigate complex decisions and challenges.
innovation & AI
Dr. Joyjit Chatterjee
Innovation & AI LeaderForbes 30 Under 30 EuropeEPAM & Formerly ReckittGreen Talents HonoreeGerman GovernmentDiscover perspectives on innovation, artificial intelligence and the role of emerging technologies in shaping the future.
venture building
Ajesh Saklecha
Go-to-Market Strategy ExpertSerial EntrepreneurAdvisor to Unicom VenturesTEDx SpeakerLearn about entrepreneurship, bringing ideas to market and the strategic thinking involved in building ventures.
global education
Sakshi Mittal
University of ManchesterGlobal Education SpecialistGain insights into global education, international university environments and navigating your academic aspirations.