Yuva Sangam Registration 2026: Phase 6 Apply Online, Last Date, Eligibility & Institutions List

The Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) initiative of the Government of India aims to strengthen cultural integration and promote mutual understanding among people from different states and union territories. One of the major youth-focused initiatives under this program is Yuva Sangam, which enables young citizens to experience India’s diversity through educational and cultural exposure tours.

Yuva Sangam Phase 6 Registration 2026 started on 2 March 2026, and eligible youth across the country can apply online through the official portal. Interested candidates must complete their registration before the last date of 18 March 2026.

This program provides students and young professionals with an opportunity to travel to different states, interact with people from diverse cultures, and learn about India’s traditions, development achievements, tourism, and technology.

What is Yuva Sangam?

Yuva Sangam is a youth exchange initiative designed to promote people-to-people connections between different states of India. The idea was first proposed by Narendra Modi during Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on 31 October 2015, marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

The program encourages cultural exchange and aims to strengthen the spirit of "Unity in Diversity" among young Indians.

During the tour, selected participants get exposure to five key areas:

• Paryatan - Tourism
• Parampara - Traditions and Culture
• Pragati - Development
• Paraspar Sampark - People-to-People Connect
• Prodyogiki - Technology

Through these visits, youth gain a deeper understanding of the cultural, social, and developmental aspects of different regions of India.

Yuva Sangam Phase 6 Registration Overview

Feature	Details
Program Name	Yuva Sangam
Initiative	Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat
Phase	Phase VI
Registration Start Date	2 March 2026
Last Date to Apply	18 March 2026
Age Limit	18-30 years
Mode of Registration	Online
Official Website	https://ebsb.aicte-india.org/
Participants	Youth from 22 States/UTs

Yuva Sangam Registration 2026 (Phase 6) - How to Apply Online

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the Yuva Sangam Phase 6 registration process:

• Visit the official portal: https://ebsb.aicte-india.org/
• Scroll down to the Registration Form section.
• Register for Yuva Sangam using yout APAAR ID. If you do not have an APAAR ID, create one through DigiLocker.
• Log in using your APAAR ID.
• Provide consent to share your APAAR ID details with the portal.
• Select your degree or qualification level.

• Fill in the Yuva Sangam Phase 6 application form with personal and academic details.
• Review the information carefully.
• Click the Register button to submit the form.

After successful registration, shortlisted applicants will be contacted by the respective Nodal Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).

Yuva Sangam Registration 2026 Eligibility

To apply for Yuva Sangam Phase 6, applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:

• Must be an Indian citizen.
• Age should be between 18 and 30 years.
• Eligible applicants include:
• UG students
• PG students
• PhD scholars
• NSS or NYKS volunteers
• Employed or self-employed youth
• Applicants should be medically fit to travel.
• Participants must follow all program guidelines during the tour.

Documents Required for Yuva Sangam Registration

Applicants should keep the following documents ready while filling out the registration form:

• APAAR ID or DigiLocker account details
• Valid identity proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID, etc.)
• Educational qualification details
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Contact details (mobile number and email ID)

These documents help verify the applicant's identity and eligibility during the selection process.

Selection Process

The Nodal Higher Education Institution (HEI) in each participating state will conduct the final selection of candidates.

Selection is based on several criteria, including:

• Balanced representation of male and female candidates
• Diversity of academic disciplines
• Representation from rural and remote areas
• Inclusion from different social and economic backgrounds
• Academic and personal achievements

Selected delegates will receive further communication from the respective HEI coordinators.

Paired Institutions List for Yuva Sangam Phase 6

The sender and host institutions are paired to promote cultural exchange between states. Below are key pairings for Phase 6:

Sender State / HEI District / Sender HEI	Host State / HEI District / Host HEI
Andhra Pradesh / Tirupati / IIT Tirupati	Maharashtra / Pune / IISER Pune
Delhi / Delhi / IIT Delhi	Chhattisgarh / Durg / IIT Bhilai
Karnataka / Dharwad / IIIT Dharwad	Rajasthan / Jaipur / MNIT Jaipur
Punjab / Rupnagar / IIT Ropar	Bihar / Patna / IIT Patna
Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh / Jammu / IIM Jammu	Kerala & Lakshadweep / Kozhikode / IIM Kozhikode
Meghalaya / Shillong / IIM Shillong	Telangana / Warangal / NIT Warangal
Madhya Pradesh / Indore / IIT Indore	Jharkhand / Dhanbad / IIT Dhanbad
Himachal Pradesh / Kangra / CU Himachal Pradesh	Puducherry / Karaikal / NIT Puducherry
Arunachal Pradesh / Papum Pare / NERIST	Uttar Pradesh / Lucknow / IIM Lucknow
Haryana / Kurukshetra / NIT Kurukshetra	Tripura / Agartala / NIT Agartala
Gujarat & DNH & DD / Ahmedabad / IIM Ahmedabad	Odisha / Rourkela / NIT Rourkela
Maharashtra / Pune / IISER Pune	Andhra Pradesh / Tirupati / IIT Tirupati
Chhattisgarh / Durg / IIT Bhilai	Delhi / Delhi / IIT Delhi
Rajasthan / Jaipur / MNIT Jaipur	Karnataka / Dharwad / IIIT Dharwad
Bihar / Patna / IIT Patna	Punjab / Rupnagar / IIT Ropar
Kerala & Lakshadweep / Kozhikode / IIM Kozhikode	Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh / Jammu / IIM Jammu
Telangana / Warangal / NIT Warangal	Meghalaya / Shillong / IIM Shillong
Jharkhand / Dhanbad / IIT Dhanbad	Madhya Pradesh / Indore / IIT Indore
Puducherry / Karaikal / NIT Puducherry	Himachal Pradesh / Kangra / CU Himachal Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh / Lucknow / IIM Lucknow	Arunachal Pradesh / Papum Pare / NERIST
Tripura / Agartala / NIT Agartala	Haryana / Kurukshetra / NIT Kurukshetra
Odisha / Rourkela / NIT Rourkela	Gujarat & DNH & DD / Ahmedabad / IIM Ahmedabad

In total, 22 states and union territories are participating in this phase of the program.

Benefits of Yuva Sangam Program

Participating in the Yuva Sangam program offers several benefits to young individuals:

• Opportunity to travel and explore different states of India
• Exposure to diverse cultures, traditions, and languages
• Interaction with students and youth from other regions
• Learning about development projects and technological advancements
• Building national integration and cultural understanding
• Enhancing communication and leadership skills

The program provides a unique platform for youth to learn about the country’s diversity while representing their own culture.

Important Guidelines for Participants

The tours under the Yuva Sangam initiative provide students with valuable experiences related to culture, development, and regional diversity. Selected delegates must follow certain rules during the tour:

• Maintain discipline and decorum during travel.
• Follow instructions given by the group coordinator.
• Respect the culture and traditions of the host state.
• Follow health and safety guidelines where applicable.
• Participate actively in all program activities.

Conclusion

The Yuva Sangam Registration 2026 (Phase 6) offers a valuable opportunity for young Indians to explore the country’s rich cultural diversity and interact with youth from different states. Through educational and cultural exposure tours, the initiative strengthens the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat and promotes national integration among youth.

Interested candidates should complete their registration before 18 March 2026 through the official portal to become part of this unique national exchange program.