Several scholarship programs are now open for students across India, offering financial support to pursue higher education in various fields. Here’s a brief overview of some key scholarships available for the academic year 2024-25:
- Free Coaching for DNT Students under the SEED Scheme
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched a scheme to offer free coaching to students from De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNT, NT, SNT) for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, and others. Eligible students with a family income of ₹2.5 lakh or less can apply. Coaching fees up to ₹1,20,000 are covered. The last date to apply is 13 October 2024.
Apply here: www.b4s.in/thgkn/FCDNT1
- DXC Progressing Minds Scholarship 2024-25
Aimed at supporting marginalized women and transgender students in STEM fields, as well as female athletes, this program offers up to ₹1.25 lakh for athletes and ₹50,000 for students. Applicants must have a family income below ₹4-5 lakh. The deadline is 6 October 2024.
Apply here: www.b4s.in/thgkn/DXCS4
- Corteva Agriscience Scholarship Program 2024-25
This scholarship supports female students pursuing education in agriculture and STEM at undergraduate, postgraduate, and school levels. Financial aid ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000. Applications are open until 30 September 2024.
Apply here: www.b4s.in/thgkn/CASP4
- Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship Program 2024-25
This program offers financial support to female students in India pursuing degrees in STEM fields, including MBBS and BDS. Scholarships up to ₹1 lakh per annum are available, with applications closing on 30 September 2024.
Apply here: www.b4s.in/thgkn/ISTS2 - Alstom India Scholarship 2024-25
Open to STEM students residing in selected locations, Alstom India offers scholarships up to ₹75,000 to help students continue their education. * Eligibility Criteria:
Students studying in any year of professional graduation in STEM courses can apply.
- Applicants must have secured at least 60% marks in their previous academic year/semester.
- The annual family income of the applicants must be less than or equal to INR 6,00,000 from all sources.
- The scholarship is open to students residing in locations such as Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Kolkata (West Bengal), Madhepura (Bihar), Sri City (Andhra Pradesh), or Vadodara (Gujarat).
The last date to apply is 30 September 2024.
Apply here: www.b4s.in/thgkn/AISDG7
These scholarships aim to empower students from marginalized communities, women, and athletes, offering them the opportunity to pursue higher education without financial barriers.
