Frequently Asked Questions
General
New Era Education is a student-first platform that empowers teenagers, especially from underserved regions, through exposure, experience, and mentorship. We run entrepreneurship programs, storytelling initiatives, and a peer-driven WhatsApp community to help students discover opportunities and unlock their potential.
If you’re a school student (Grades 8–12), curious about the world, want to grow, or don’t know where to start, New Era Education is for you. We also support educators and mentors who want to contribute to the ecosystem.
Yes, 100%. All our programs, community access, and mentorship are free of cost. We’re a social enterprise built to create impact, not profit.
Community
Just fill out the form on our Community Page, and you’ll be added to our curated WhatsApp group where we share daily opportunities, updates, and mentor access.
We post about scholarships, internships, fellowships, webinars, competitions, and New Era Education programs. You’ll also get reminders for 1:1 mentorship slots and exclusive student resources.
Yes! You can always DM the admin or raise your query in the group. We’re here to support you.
Programs
- Sparkle: Student startup bootcamp (in collaboration with E-Cell, IIT Guwahati)
- IgniteBharat: Grassroots innovation in schools across India
- New Era Education Stories: A storytelling series celebrating student changemakers
- 1:1 Mentorship: Personalized guidance for students
Each program has its own timeline and application process. Just go to the program’s page and click on “Join Waitlist” or “Apply Now” when it’s open.
Not at all. Most students join us with zero prior experience. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Yes. Students from all over India — urban, rural, or remote — are encouraged to join. We especially encourage participation from small towns and underserved areas.
Mentorship
Our mentorship program connects high schoolers with mentors — university students, professionals, and startup founders — for personalized, human conversations. The first session is always with a New Era Education core team member, and then you’re matched with mentors based on your goals.
Details are shared regularly in the WhatsApp community. You can also request through the Mentorship Page.
Partnerships & Schools
Yes. We work with schools to bring our programs, like IgniteBharat, Sparkle, or storytelling workshops directly to students. If you’re an educator or principal, reach out via our Contact Page.
Absolutely. We’re always looking for mentors, speakers, facilitators, and volunteers. Fill out our Get Involved form and we’ll connect with you.
Other Questions
Yes. Select programs like Sparkle, E-21, and Mentorship provide certificates upon completion.
New Era Education is a student-first social enterprise supported by philanthropists, institutional partnerships, small grants, and fellowships. We also collaborate with educational and innovation-focused organisations. We’re building ethical crowdfunding and donation models to sustain and grow our impact.
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