Dedicated Mentoring Program

Code for GovTech (C4GT) has conducted two rounds of Dedicated Mentoring Program (DMP) since 2022 where selected students and working professionals get an opportunity to contribute to critical tech building blocks with the guidance of a dedicated mentor. They work closely with DPG builder and adopter organizations on real world problem statements that have a population-scale social impact.

As part of the initiative, DMP is an experiential learning opportunity for technology enthusiasts across the globe who are passionate about technology. Participants will solve population-scale problems, work on live open-source projects and drive impact.

As part of DMP 2024, C4GT has launched the product usability & design track that aims to support organizations by articulating design and product usability gaps and developing people-centered solutions. Projects under this track will focus on improving usability and accessibility of the products and is open for applicants currently enrolled in design or research programs or possess 0-2 years of professional experience.

DMP 2023 in Numbers

1030

Projects

210

Organizations

380

Products

870

Mentors

1030

Projects

210

Organizations

380

Products

870

Mentors

23320

Proposals

1030

Contributors

4150

Colleges

300

Companies

23320

Proposals

1030

Contributors

4150

Colleges

300

Companies

Who can Participate in DMP?​

College Students

Working Professionals

Tech Enthusiasts

Benefits of Applying as a Contributor to DMP?

1:1 Mentorship

Hands-on mentoring with problem-solving sessions & professional development from industry experts.

 

Career Advancement

Contributors can get extended internships / PPOs with participating organizations & receive a lucrative stipend.

 

Impact at scale

Opportunity to work on population-scale impact projects & build meaningful solutions using technology. 

 

1:1 Mentorship

Hands-on mentoring with problem-solving sessions & professional development from industry experts.

 

Career Advancement

Contributors can get extended internships / PPOs with participating organizations & receive a lucrative stipend.

 

Impact at scale

Opportunity to work on population-scale impact projects & build meaningful solutions using technology. 

 

Exposure to experts

Interact & engage with experts from the ecosystem for an enriched engagement and learning experience.

 

Vibrant community

Discover how DPGs are breaking barriers; collaborate with the vibrant community of talented coders & industry veterans.

 

Hands-on learning

Access to immersive bootcamps, peer-to-peer sessions & product deep-dives. Implement learnings on your projects!

 

Exposure to experts

Interact & engage with experts from the ecosystem for an enriched engagement and learning experience.

 

Vibrant community

Discover how DPGs are breaking barriers; collaborate with the vibrant community of talented coders & industry veterans.

 

Hands-on learning

Access to immersive bootcamps, peer-to-peer sessions & product deep-dives. Implement learnings on your projects!

 

To become a part of the community

How it works

1

Project Listing

Organizations propose their projects for DMP

2

Propose

Interested contributors submit their proposals

3

Selection

Applicants with the most relevant submissions are shortlisted

4

Code with Support

Selected contributors collaborate with their mentors on the assigned projects

5

Merge for Impact

The completed code is merged for a population-scale social impact

Timeline for DMP 2024

DATE & TIME INFORMATION
April 8th 2024, 0:01 AM Applications Open
May 1st 2024, 11:59 PM Application Close
May 25th 2024, 11:59 PM Results Declared for Contributor Cohort of DMP 2024
June 1st, 0:01 AM Coding period kick-starts
September 11, 11:59 PM Coding period ends

Boost your selection chances by 25% with 3 easy Steps

02

Contribute to projects in open community & earn points

03

With the earned points, you can boost your selection chances!

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Contribute to projects in open community & earn points

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With the earned points, you can boost your selection chances!

Hear from the Contributors from DMP 2023

Here are the Projects from last year's DMP

FAQs

How can I boost my chances of getting selected for the program?

You can increase your chances of selection to the Dedicated Mentoring Program by 25% by contributing to the open community tickets. Join the community on discord, register your GitHub profile, explore the tickets listed in the open community and start collaborating to earn DPG points.

Visit: https://bit.ly/c4gt_GitHub_starterkit

Is this the first time that Code for GovTech's Dedicated Mentoring Program is happening?

No, this is the 3rd edition of C4GT’s DMP. It was conducted in 2022 for the first time with 13 contributors , 9 projects & 4 organizations. In 2023 DMP scaled to 103 Projects , 103 Contributors, 87 Mentors & 21 organizations.

Visit: https://codeforgovtech.in/c4gt2023 

How long is the Code for GovTech's Dedicated Mentoring Program?

The C4GT's Dedicated Mentoring Program lasts for 3 months, from June 1 to September 11, 2024.

Who can apply for Code for GovTech's Dedicated Mentoring Program?

Any technology enthusiast who has the skill set mentioned in the project requirements and is interested in coding and willing to contribute to open-source projects is eligible for participation.

Why should I apply to Code for GovTech's Dedicated Mentoring Program?

Applying to C4GT's Dedicated Mentoring Program can benefit individuals looking to enhance their open-source contribution skills. C4GT offers a learning opportunity with industry experts, providing valuable knowledge and experience. Participants also receive a lucrative stipend ( last year's stipend was INR 1 Lakh). Additionally, they can secure a PPI or PPO with participating organizations, leading to exciting career prospects.

How are contributors selected for Code for GovTech's Dedicated Mentoring Program?

Organizations that want to participate in C4GT's Dedicated Mentoring Program submit a list of projects. Participants then apply to work on these projects. This submission is in the form of a project proposal. The participating organizations and mentors select the students who will work on their projects based on their qualifications and project proposals.

Highlights from C4GT 2023