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Eligibility
Class 8–12
Fee
Registration fee applies
Duration
This program includes a 4-week on-campus residential program and year-round online continued learning and mentorship.
About This Opportunity
The Lodha Genius Programme, a flagship initiative of the Lodha Foundation in collaboration with Ashoka University, is a fully funded, multi-year educational journey designed for some of India’s most exceptional students in Grades 9 to 12. This prestigious programme aims to identify, nurture, and empower future leaders and changemakers with a strong passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Participants engage in a rigorous academic curriculum, receive mentorship from leading academics and industry experts, and gain exposure to cutting-edge research and innovation. Strengthening its academic ecosystem, the programme now includes a strategic partnership with IISER Pune, enhancing access to advanced scientific research environments and expertise.
A key enrichment component is the Science Circles programme, which enables students to explore scientific concepts in depth through collaborative discussions, inquiry-based learning, and problem-solving sessions guided by researchers and faculty. These initiatives further deepen conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and research-oriented learning.
Beyond academics, the Lodha Genius Programme fosters a vibrant community of high-potential peers, encouraging collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to societal impact. The programme provides comprehensive financial support, covering all costs, ensuring that financial barriers do not limit access for deserving students, while preparing them for admission to top global universities and impactful careers in STEM.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 8–12
- Age Range
- 13 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
The Lodha Genius Programme invites exceptional Grade 8–11 students (entering Grades 9–12) with strong academics, leadership, and a passion for learning. Selection includes an entrance test in science, math, and logic. Parent consent and a principal’s recommendation are required.
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Benefits
- Fully funded multi-year educational program covering all costs including travel, lodging, and study materials.
- Immersive 4-week on-campus residential experience at Ashoka University.
- Year-round online continued learning and personalized mentorship from leading academics and industry experts.
- Exposure to cutting-edge research and innovation through Great Ideas Seminars and hands-on projects.
- Development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and life skills (financial literacy, communication, well-being).
- Access to prestigious internship opportunities in India and abroad.
- Participation in national and international competitions.
- Membership in an exclusive community of brilliant, like-minded peers and a strong, supportive network.
- Holistic development focusing on essential life skills, leadership qualities, and social responsibility.
- Fully funded multi-year program covering all costs: travel, lodging, and study materials.
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