To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian citizen
- be below 30 years of age as of January 31, 2024
- hold a graduate degree from an accredited Indian university (Note:- Final-year students or those awaiting results are also eligible.)
- be planning to pursue a postgraduate degree at a top-ranking institution in India or abroad starting in Fall 2024
Note:- Applicants awaiting university acceptance are eligible, but the scholarship award is contingent upon securing admission.
The selected candidate will receive an interest-free scholarship loan to pursue higher studies at top institutions along with mentorship guidance.
Note:- Repayment of the interest-free scholarship loan will begin one year after course completion, with 30% due at the beginning of the second year, 35% at the beginning of the third year, and 35% at the beginning of the fourth year.
- Attested copies of marksheets of the following:
- Undergraduate study (all years)
- Postgraduate study (if applicable)
- Attested copies of scorecards from any qualifying examination taken (e.g., GRE, GMAT, CAT, GATE)
- Acceptance letter, including the fee structure
- Reference letter
- Documentation of funding from any other scholarships, awards, fee waivers, etc.
- Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parent(s)/guardian(s)
- A copy of a valid passport (if applicable)
- Disabled certificate (if applicable)
Note:- The Foundation may request additional documents to verify information provided.
Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Register’ button and fill in the required registration details. (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to the ‘Apply Now’ button and click on it. Now, click on the ‘Sign Up’ button under the ‘Need an Account?’ section.
Step 4: Enter the email, create a password, and confirm the password to sign up.
Step 5: After signing up, log in using the email address and password created during the registration process.
Step 6: Fill in the details in ‘Full Application Part 1-2-3’ and submit the form.
Note:-
- Applicants are required to make a non-refundable payment of ₹500 while applying.
- An automated confirmation email will be sent to the registered email address after successfully applying for the opportunity.
