Question, Analyse
Shape Policy.
Established in 2024, KIIT School of Public Policy brings interdisciplinary learning, research and practical experience to complex public challenges. Its one-year M.A. prepares students to turn evidence into policy action.
Where strong ideas meet real-world policy action.
Established in 2024 as the first public policy school in Eastern India, the School combines social sciences, data analysis and hands-on practice. Students examine governance, development and equity through a one-year postgraduate programme.
A focused degree,
built for public impact.
The one-year, 40-credit M.A. in Public Policy combines core study, electives, policy labs, fieldwork and a capstone experience.
M.A. in Public Policy
A full-time, one-year interdisciplinary degree with 40 credits across two semesters, combining policy foundations with practical application.
- Governance
- Economics
- Policy Analysis
- Data Skills
- Fieldwork
Policy Labs & Fieldwork
Learn through cases, simulations, data analysis and direct engagement with public problems.
Explore the curriculumInternship & Capstone
Apply policy ideas through an intensive internship and a capstone project with a professional presentation.
See the structureLearn to question.
Learn to make change.
The School joins interdisciplinary study with practical policy work and guidance from experienced mentors.
Explore researchInterdisciplinary Approach
Draw on economics, sociology, politics, statistics and programme evaluation.
Read more 02Applied Policy Learning
Analyse real problems through cases, field visits, data work and policy simulations.
Read more 03Evidence First
Learn to turn research and analysis into practical policy recommendations.
Read more 04Distinguished Mentors
Engage with academics, government officials and policy practitioners.
Read morePrepared for change.
Ready to contribute.
The M.A. develops skills for public policy, research, consulting, advocacy and social impact. Students build analytical judgement through policy labs, fieldwork and professional exposure.
A community that learns,
builds and achieves.
Classroom discussion, field visits, policy projects and campus life help students put ideas into practice.
Public Policy Beyond the Classroom
Experience debates, field visits, research projects and interaction with policy practitioners.
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Ideas in motion.Conversations that matter.
Session on agricultural policy and political management
Mr. Andrew J. Fjeseth discussed incentives, institutions and state capacity.
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Comparative governance in the classroom
Ms. Deena Mansour joined students for a discussion on political systems and policy.
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AI, ethics and public-sector research
Prof. Loreta Tauginienė discussed ethical oversight and policy design for AI.
Read story →Four centres.
One public purpose.
Explore the School’s research focus across people, planet, governance and technology.
Research and practice across health, education, labour, rural development and social justice.
Work on environmental sustainability, responsible governance, climate policy and public finance.
Study decentralisation, local governance, regional development and administrative innovation.
Use data and emerging technology to design, analyse and evaluate policy responses.
KIIT & KISSLeadership with
purpose and empathy.
Prof. Achyuta Samanta describes the School as a place to develop informed leaders who can meet complex public challenges. Its students bring together research, policy analysis and practical experience to seek lasting change.
“Policy should work for the public.”
Useful resources and the
wider KIIT experience.
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Programme & Curriculum
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Facilities & Campus Tour
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KIIT, KISS & KIMS
Discover their shared vision, growth and far-reaching social impact.
Prof. Achyuta Samanta
Read the life story behind the founding and growth of KIIT and KISS.
Campus Experience
Life at KIIT goes far beyond the classroom.
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Student Activities
Ideas, talent and leadership find a platform.
Discover student societies, cultural programmes, technology communities, sports, events and leadership opportunities through KSAC.
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