StudyDesk Scholarships
About the scholarship
The Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship Program 2026–27, by the Aditya Birla Capital Foundation (the CSR arm of Aditya Birla Capital), supports meritorious girl students from underprivileged backgrounds across India, helping them continue their education with confidence.
Eligibility
- Girl student — the programme is open exclusively to girls.
- Currently enrolled in Classes 9 to 12, a Polytechnic Diploma, or an undergraduate or postgraduate course.
- Studying at a recognised government school, college or institution in India.
- Minimum 60% marks in the most recent academic year.
- Annual family income not exceeding Rs 6,00,000.
- Children of employees of Aditya Birla Capital (including subsidiaries/JVs) and Buddy4Study are not eligible.
Benefits
One-time financial assistance for one year, by education level:
- Class 9–12 and Polytechnic Diploma: Rs 25,000
- Undergraduate: up to Rs 45,000
- Postgraduate: Rs 60,000
Covers academic expenses (tuition, admission, exam fees, books) and living expenses (hostel/mess charges, uniforms and allied necessities). Not renewable — plan finances accordingly.
Documents required
As listed on the official application form. Keep your marksheet, ID proof, income proof, admission proof and bank details ready; missing documents can lead to rejection.
How to apply
- Open the programme pageOn the Buddy4Study portal.
- Check eligibility and registerConfirm every criterion before starting the form.
- Fill and uploadPersonal, academic and financial details with all required documents.
- Applications closed 30 October 2026Online only; selection involves screening and document verification.
FAQs
No — this is the Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship by the Aditya Birla Capital Foundation, a separate CSR programme for girl students.
No — applicants must study at recognised government schools, colleges or institutions.
No — it is a one-time fixed grant for one year.
No — this programme is exclusively for girl students.
Verified 31 Oct 2026 via Buddy4Study's official programme page, The Hindustan Gazette, The Hans India, AssamTopper and Cigmapedia — all agree on the girl-student criterion, Class 9–PG range at government institutions, 60% marks, Rs 6 lakh income limit, the three award slabs, one-time nature, and 30 Oct 2026 deadline (corrected 31 Oct 2026 — applications closed 30 Oct 2026 per the Buddy4Study programme page, which still lists 30 Oct 2026 as the closing date; no extension found).
