SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024: Empowering Meritorious Students
The SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024, an initiative by the SBI Foundation, is one of India’s largest scholarship programs aimed at supporting meritorious students from low-income families. The program focuses on providing financial assistance to students across various educational levels, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their academic pursuits.
Eligibility Criteria
The scholarship is open to:
School Students (Class 6 to 12): Applicants must have scored at least 75% in the previous academic year and belong to a family with a gross annual income of up to INR 3 lakh.
Undergraduate (UG) & Postgraduate (PG) Students: Eligible students include those from the top 100 NIRF universities/colleges, UG students from IITs, and those pursuing MBA/PGDM courses from IIMs. They must have scored a minimum of 75% in the previous academic year, and their family income should not exceed INR 6 lakh.
Prizes & Rewards
The scholarship provides financial assistance based on the student’s educational level:
Classes 6 to 12: INR 15,000 per student
Undergraduate Students (Top 100 NIRF universities/colleges): Up to INR 50,000
Postgraduate Students (Top 100 NIRF universities/colleges): Up to INR 70,000
Undergraduate Students from IITs: Up to INR 2,00,000
MBA Students from IIMs: Up to INR 7,50,000
Application Process and Deadline
Application Mode: Online applications only
Last Date to Apply: 31st October 2024
For more information and to apply, visit the official link.
This scholarship program is a crucial opportunity for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue their education without financial burdens, reinforcing the SBI Foundation’s commitment to creating a brighter future for India’s youth.
