Scholarships for Students in India (2026)
Scholarships for school students in India, covering central and state government schemes, company and foundation awards, and both merit-based and need-based support. WiWit lists 102 verified scholarships in India from 81 organizations. They include options spanning Grade 1 to 12, 59 available online, 91 free to apply for.
A scholarship is worth the paperwork only when the child genuinely qualifies, and eligibility is where most families lose an evening. Every listing here states the grades, the income limit where the scheme sets one, the category conditions, the award amount and the closing date, taken from the scheme's own official source. They include central and state government schemes, company and foundation awards, and scholarships set aside for girls, for first generation learners and for particular states. Applications are made on the scheme's own portal, so WiWit's job is to show you which ones fit before you begin one.
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Scholarships for Students in India (2026) at a glance
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| Opportunity | Organizer | Eligibility | Mode | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPIC MACAY Gurukul Anubhav Scholarship: Classical Music & Dance Mentorship | SPIC MACAY | Ages 13 to 26 | In-Person | Free |
| Udayan Shalini Fellowship | Udayan Care | Grade 11 to 12 | Hybrid | Free |
| United World Colleges (UWC) Scholarships | UWC India | Grade 10 to 11 | In-Person | ₹5,000 |
| Mukhyamantri Balak Balika Protsahan Yojana | Government of Bihar | Grade 10 | Online | Free |
| Snehapoorvam Scheme | Kerala Social Security Mission | Grade 1 to 12 | Online | Free |
| SBIF Asha Scholarship Program | SBI Foundation | Grade 9 to 12 | Online | Free |
| Shri Tulsi Tanti Scholarship Program | Suzlon Group | Grade 9 | Online | Free |
| National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) | Ministry of Education, Government of India | Grade 8 | In-Person | Paid |
| Tata Trusts Means Grant | Tata Trusts | Grade 8 to 12 | Online | Free |
| Bosch Need-Based Scholarship Program for Indian Students | Bosch Global Software Technologies (BGSW) - CSR Initiatives | Grade 10 to 12 | Online | Free |
| Vidyadhan Scholarship by Sarojini Damodaran Foundation | Sarojini Damodaran Foundation (SDF) | Grade 11 to 12 | Online | Free |
| JK Lakshmi Vidya Scholarship for Indian Students | JK Lakshmi Cement Limited | Grade 5 to 12 | Online | Free |
| Bose Einstein Scholarship Test (BEST) | JMMC Research Foundation (JMMCRF) | Grade 5 to 12 | Online | ₹999 |
| Khelo India Athlete Scholarship by Sports Authority of India | Sports Authority of India (SAI) | Ages 10 to 21 | In-Person | Free |
| OGQ Junior Table Tennis Scholarship Programme | Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ) | Ages 10 to 20 | In-Person | Free |
SPIC MACAY Gurukul Anubhav Scholarship: Classical Music & Dance Mentorship
by SPIC MACAY
30-day residential mentorship with a classical music or dance maestro under the ancient Guru-Shishya Parampara tradition. Running since 1986.
What your child could gain:
Udayan Shalini Fellowship
by Udayan Care
A long-term fellowship by Udayan Care supporting girls from low-income families with annual financial aid, mentoring and life skills training from Class XI through graduation.
What your child could gain:
United World Colleges (UWC) Scholarships
by UWC India
Need-based scholarships for Indian students to attend UWC schools worldwide, covering full tuition, boarding, IB fees, and travel.
What your child could gain:
Mukhyamantri Balak Balika Protsahan Yojana
by Government of Bihar
Bihar state incentive of up to ₹10,000 for students who pass Class 10 board exam in first division, with second-division support for SC and ST students.
Snehapoorvam Scheme
by Kerala Social Security Mission
Monthly financial assistance from the Government of Kerala for orphan and single-parent children studying from Class 1 to professional courses.
SBIF Asha Scholarship Program
by SBI Foundation
The SBIF Asha Scholarship offers vital financial support to bright Indian students from low-income families for school (Class 9-12), undergraduate, and postgraduate studies, including premier institutions and overseas education for SC/ST categories.
What your child could gain:
Shri Tulsi Tanti Scholarship Program
by Suzlon Group
The Shri Tulsi Tanti Scholarship Program, managed by Suzlon Foundation, offers financial assistance to talented students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds across India for higher education.
What your child could gain:
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)
by Ministry of Education, Government of India
NMMSS offers ₹12,000 annually to meritorious students from economically weaker sections in India, supporting their education from Class 9 to 12 in government and aided schools.
What your child could gain:
Tata Trusts Means Grant
by Tata Trusts
A need-based grant from Tata Trusts providing partial financial aid to students from Class 8 up to graduation who are studying in Maharashtra.
Bosch Need-Based Scholarship Program for Indian Students
by Bosch Global Software Technologies (BGSW) - CSR Initiatives
The Bosch Need-Based Scholarship offers financial support to economically challenged Indian students from Class 10 through post-graduation, helping them pursue higher education.
Vidyadhan Scholarship by Sarojini Damodaran Foundation
by Sarojini Damodaran Foundation (SDF)
Vidyadhan Scholarship by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation (SDF) supports meritorious students from low-income families across India.
What your child could gain:
JK Lakshmi Vidya Scholarship for Indian Students
by JK Lakshmi Cement Limited
The JK Lakshmi Vidya Scholarship provides financial assistance to Indian students from Class 5 to postgraduate levels, supporting education for economically disadvantaged families through the Vidyasaarathi portal.
What your child could gain:
Bose Einstein Scholarship Test (BEST)
by JMMC Research Foundation (JMMCRF)
Three-stage national math scholarship by JMMC India for Class 4 to 12. Features MCQ screening, subjective exam, and interview. Winners receive a monthly scholarship of ₹15,000 for 12 months and a BEST Scholar certificate.
What your child could gain:
Khelo India Athlete Scholarship by Sports Authority of India
by Sports Authority of India (SAI)
The Khelo India Athlete Scholarship supports identified young athletes with long-term annual funding for training, education, equipment, and competition exposure under the Sports Authority of India.
What your child could gain:
OGQ Junior Table Tennis Scholarship Programme
by Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ)
Scouting-based table tennis scholarship by Olympic Gold Quest for juniors aged ten to twenty, providing coaching, equipment, sports science, mentoring and a stipend.
What your child could gain:
GSB Scholarship for Gaud Saraswat Brahmin Students
by The G.S.B Scholarship League
Annual scholarship for Gaud Saraswat Brahman students from Classes 5 through undergraduate, providing ₹2,500 per year with interest-free study loans for higher education.
Intact Edge of Education & Scholarship (IEES) Online Test for Indian Students
by Intact Edge Of Education & Scholarship (IEES)
India's largest online scholarship exam, the IEES Test, offers financial aid up to ₹5,00,000 for school children, college students, and competitive exam aspirants across India.
What your child could gain:
Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students (Classes 9 & 10)
by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Centrally sponsored scholarship for Scheduled Caste students in Classes IX and X with annual family income up to Rs. 2,50,000.
MKG Chess Scholarship for Girls
by HelpChess Foundation (ChessBase India Foundation)
Annual Rs 50,000 scholarship for an Indian girl chess player under 18 with financial need, run by the HelpChess Foundation.
Karnataka Sports Scholarship Scheme
by Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports (DYES), Government of Karnataka
A government scholarship providing financial aid and recognition to meritorious athletes domiciled in Karnataka to support their training and career.
What your child could gain:
Financial Assistance for Education to the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers- Pre-Matric
by Directorate General of Labour Welfare
Central sector pre-matric scholarship for children of registered beedi, cine, IOMC, and LSDM workers studying in Classes 1 to 10 across India through the welfare-fund framework.
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship
by Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra
Maharashtra government merit scholarship of Rs.300 per month for SC students in Class 11 and 12 who scored 75% or more in the SSC examination.
Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste Students
by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Centrally sponsored scholarship covering tuition, maintenance allowance, and book grants for SC students pursuing post-matriculation education in India.
PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Government scholarship of ₹4,000 per annum for OBC, EBC and DNT students in Class IX and X studying full-time in government schools, with annual family income up to ₹2,50,000.
Browse all 102 scholarships
A (7)
- Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship for Girls (Classes 9-12)
- Akshaya Patra Foundation Scholarship Program
- All India Open Mathematics Scholarship Examination by IPM
- Arvind Foundation Scholarship
- Asian Paints NeoBharat Cricket Scholarship
- Atul Maheshwari Scholarship by Amar Ujala Foundation
- Azim Premji Scholarship for Girls
B (9)
- Balika Samridhi Yojana
- Banishree Scholarship (Odisha) for Students with Disabilities
- Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship Scheme
- Bhumi Bring Smiles Scholarship
- Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Class 11-12)
- Bihar Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EBC (Class 9-10)
- Bosch Need-Based Scholarship Program for Indian Students
- Bose Einstein Scholarship Test (BEST)
- Buddy4Study Scholarship Support Programme
C (5)
E (2)
G (2)
H (1)
I (4)
J (4)
K (4)
M (11)
- Maharashtra BOCW Bandhkam Kamgar Education Scholarship
- Maharashtra Pre-Secondary Scholarship Examination (PSS) for Class 8
- Maharashtra Primary Scholarship Examination (PSE) for Class 4
- Maharashtra State Scholarship Exam for 5th Std
- Maharashtra Upper Primary Scholarship Examination (UPS) for Class 7
- Mahindra EmpowerHer Scholarship Program
- Mahindra Saarthi Abhiyaan Scholarship
- Malabar Scholarship for Girl Students
- MKG Chess Scholarship for Girls
- Mukhyamantri Balak Balika Protsahan Yojana
- Muthoot M George Excellence Awards
N (8)
- National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)
- National Scheme of Incentive to Girls for Secondary Education (NSIGSE)
- NextGen Edu Scholarship Program (Class 10 to 11 Transition)
- NFCH Project Assist Scholarship for Child Victims of Violence
- Nirman Shramik Kalyan Yojana Scholarship
- NSDL Shiksha Sahyog Scholarship Scheme for Indian Students
- NTPC Utkarsh Merit Scholarship
- NWWA Scholarship for Children of Deceased Naval Personnel
O (4)
P (14)
- PCM Scholarship Examination
- Petronet LNG Ltd Scholarship Program for Academic Excellence
- PM CARES for Children Scholarship
- PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- PM YASASVI Top Class Education in Schools for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste Students
- Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Tribe Students
- Pre-Matric Scholarship for Children of those Engaged in Unclean Occupations
- Pre-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Tribe Students
- Pre-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (Class 9 & 10)
- Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students (Classes 9 & 10)
- Prerana Scholarship
- Pursue Your Chess Scholarship
S (14)
- Saksham Scholarship Program by Mahindra and Mahindra
- Sant Ravidas Shiksha Sahayata Yojana
- SBIF Asha Scholarship Program
- Scholarship for Differently Abled Students (Class 9 Onwards) - Tamil Nadu
- Scholarship for Differently Abled Students by Kerala Social Justice Department
- Shri Tulsi Tanti Scholarship Program
- Sitaram Jindal Scholarship for Higher Education in India
- Snehapoorvam Scheme
- SOF Defence Services Academician Scholarship (DSAS) for Indian Students
- SOF Girl Child Scholarship Scheme (GCSS) for Indian Students
- SPIC MACAY Gurukul Anubhav Scholarship: Classical Music & Dance Mentorship
- State Pre-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Persons (Maharashtra)
- Subroto Memorial Scholarship Scheme
- Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme
T (3)
U (4)
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Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships are listed on WiWit?
WiWit currently lists 102 verified scholarships in India from 81 organizations. Each one is checked against the organizer's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.
Which grades can take part in scholarships?
The scholarships listed here span students from Grade 1 to Grade 12. The comparison table shows the eligible grades for each listing, so you can scan for your child's grade.
Can my child take part in scholarships online?
Scholarships are available in multiple modes: 59 run online, 36 are in person, 7 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.
Are there free scholarships?
Yes, 91 of the 102 scholarships listed are free to apply for. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.
Do these scholarships cover school or college?
Both. Some pay a yearly amount while the child is still at school, and others continue into undergraduate study. Each listing states the amount and how long the award runs, where the scheme publishes it.
Where does my child apply for these scholarships?
On the organizer's own site. WiWit is free and helps you find and compare scholarships; the application itself always happens on the organizer's site, never on WiWit.
Are the scholarships on WiWit verified?
Yes. Every scholarship is checked against the organizer's official source before it is published, and the listing is reviewed again as its dates move.
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