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#IndiaByKautilya

If there’s one word that well and truly defines India today, it is ‘potential’.

Building a new India will require passion, long-term commitment, and most importantly, a pool of public policy experts formally trained in evidence-based policy-making, implementation, and leadership. Kautilya’s vision (“Working to rebalance the role of Society, Government & Business for a more equitable and sustainable future.”) & mission (“Empowering leaders to address 21st-century issues through rigorous public policy education.”)

Kautilya brings on board the world’s leading policy practitioners drawn from eminent institutions and international organizations to inculcate diverse skills through one of the finest curriculum for Doctoral, and Master’s degree programs in Public Policy necessary for a successful career as a public policy professional in policy-making & governance.

Kautilya School of Public Policy is a premier school under the tutelage of GITAM (Deemed to be University). GITAM offers one of the best UG, and PG programs at 04 campuses in Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Vishakhapatnam.

Programs at Kautilya

Explore a diverse range of programs designed to shape the next generation of leaders and innovators.

Residential

Master’s in Public Policy

A two-year intensive program designed to equip aspiring policy professionals with analytical, governance, and economic foundations to shape impactful public decisions.

Graduates / Professionals2 Years

Residential

Doctoral Program (PhD)

A rigorous, research-driven program fostering innovation and advancing understanding of governance, development, and public policy frameworks at the highest academic level.

Masters / Professionals3–5 Years

Why Kautilya

At Kautilya, we prepare leaders who can navigate complexity, design evidence-based solutions, and drive change in governance, business, and society.

Global Faculty

Learn from globally acclaimed faculty and practitioners shaping public policy worldwide.

Real-World Exposure

Hands-on projects, field visits, and internships that tackle real policy challenges through practical learning.

Policy Leadership

Build strategic leadership skills to create impact in government, development, and corporate sectors globally.

Alumni Voices

Hear from our graduates shaping the future of public policy.

“Kautilya gave me both the academic grounding and the practical confidence to step into policy spaces.”

Snigdha Tiwary

Lead - Government Relations & Policy, Ather Energy

“Empathy makes public policy more than problem-solving — it’s about understanding human impact.”

Himanshu Trivedi

Senior Policy Analyst, Indicc

“Don’t be afraid to start fresh, even if it means stepping outside the scope of what you studied.”

Rehet Kaur

Consultant, EY - Climate Change and Sustainability Services

“Even a well-meaning policy can fail if the social, cultural, or economic context is ignored.”

Oshin Sahare

Policy Analyst, GITAM Deemed to be University

“Change can feel uncertain, but embracing it with the right support system ensures that each step forward adds to both professional and personal growth.”