SBIF Asha Scholarship 2024: Empowering Young Minds Across India
The SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024 is one of India’s largest and most prestigious scholarship initiatives, launched by the SBI Foundation under its education vertical, Integrated Learning Mission (ILM). This scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families, helping them continue their education without financial barriers.
The scholarship is open to students from Class 6 to 12 and those pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the top 100 NIRF universities/colleges, IITs, or MBA/PGDM courses at IIMs. Selected students can receive a scholarship of up to INR 7.5 lakh to support their academic pursuits.
Scholarship Overview
- Name: SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024
- Provider: SBI Foundation
- Eligibility: Open to Class 6-12 students and undergraduate & postgraduate students from top 100 NIRF universities/colleges, IITs, and IIMs.
- Award: Up to INR 7.5 lakh
- Application Deadline: October 01, 2024 (Tentative)
- Application Mode: Online via Buddy4Study portal
- Academic Session: 2024-2025
Key Dates for SBIF Asha Scholarship 2024
Ensure you apply before the deadline on October 01, 2024. It’s crucial to keep track of these dates as they are subject to change at the scholarship provider’s discretion.
Eligibility Criteria
- For School Students (Class 6-12):
- Must be an Indian national.
- Should be currently studying in Class 6-12.
- Must have secured a minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year.
- Family income should not exceed INR 3,00,000 annually.
Note:
- 50% of the slots are reserved for female applicants.
- Preference is given to students from SC/ST categories.
For Undergraduate Students:
- Must be an Indian national.
- Must be pursuing an undergraduate course at one of the top 100 NIRF-ranked universities/colleges.
- Must have secured a minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year.
- Family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000 annually.
Note:
- Preference is given to students with family incomes up to INR 3,00,000.
- 50% of the slots are reserved for female applicants.
- SC/ST candidates are prioritized.
For Postgraduate Students:
- Must be an Indian national.
- Must be pursuing a postgraduate course at a top 100 NIRF-ranked university/college.
- Must have secured a minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year.
- Family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000 annually.
Note:
- 50% of the slots are reserved for female applicants.
- SC/ST candidates are prioritized.
For IIT Students:
- Must be an Indian national.
- Must be pursuing an undergraduate course at an IIT.
- Must have secured a minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year.
- Family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000 annually.
Note:
- 50% of the slots are reserved for female applicants.
- SC/ST candidates are prioritized.
For IIM Students:
- Must be an Indian national.
- Must be pursuing an MBA/PGDM course at an IIM.
- Must have secured a minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year.
- Family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000 annually.
Note:
- 50% of the slots are reserved for female applicants.
- SC/ST candidates are prioritized.
Scholarship Award Details
- Classes 6 to 12: INR 15,000 each
- Undergraduate Students: Up to INR 50,000
- Postgraduate Students: Up to INR 70,000
- IIT Students: Up to INR 2,00,000
- IIM Students: Up to INR 7,50,000
Application Process
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBIF Asha Scholarship page.
- Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID.
- If not registered, sign up using your email, mobile, or Google account.
- Navigate to the SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024 application form.
- Click on ‘Start Application’ and fill in the required details.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Review your application and submit it.
Required Documents
- Previous academic year marksheet
- Government-issued ID (Aadhaar card)
- Current year fee receipt
- Proof of current year admission
- Bank account details of the applicant or parent
- Income proof (Form 16A, salary slips, etc.)
- Applicant’s photograph
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
Contact Information
For any queries regarding the SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024, you can reach out via:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 011-430-92248 (Ext- 303)
