STEM Scholars 2026: ₹30,000 Scholarship for B.Tech 3rd/4th Year
Job Description
STEM Scholars 2026: Nasscom Foundation + Optum CSR scholarship ₹30,000 for B.Tech/Pharmacy/Life Sciences 3rd/4th year students in Delhi/Bengaluru/Chennai/Hyderabad. Deadline 11 Jan 2026.
STEM Scholars: Shaping the next Generation of Innovators (2025-26)
This scholarship program (with Nasscom Foundation and supported by Optum CSR) supports eligible STEM students with financial assistance and career growth opportunities like mentorship and internships.
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Program Overview
The STEM Scholars program aims to support underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students pursuing STEM education through financial support and engagement opportunities.
The scholarship is open for eligible students studying in select cities (Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad) in approved streams and years.
Scholarship Highlights
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship amount | INR 30,000 |
| Eligible courses | B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science), Pharmacy, Life Sciences; 5-year Integrated Engineering (B.Tech+M.Tech / B.E.+M.E.) |
| Eligible year | B.E./B.Tech: 3rd/4th year; Integrated: 4th/5th year |
| Eligible cities | Delhi / Bengaluru / Chennai / Hyderabad |
| Class 12 marks | Minimum 65% |
| Family income | Up to INR 8 lakh (annual, all sources) |
| Last date | 11 Jan 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to students in 3rd and 4th year of B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science), Pharmacy, and Life Sciences.
- Open to 4th/5th year students of 5-year Integrated Engineering programs (e.g., B.Tech + M.Tech, B.E. + M.E.).
- Applicants must be studying in any government or private institutes in Delhi / Bengaluru / Chennai / Hyderabad.
- Minimum 65% marks in Class 12.
- Annual family income (all sources) up to INR 8 lakh.
- Preference may be given to SC, ST, OBC, PwD, single parent, orphan, and girls applicants.
- Children of employees/partners/donors are not eligible.
Documents Required
- Passport size photograph.
- Proof of identity (both sides).
- Latest parental income proof.
- 10th marksheet and 12th marksheet.
- Latest college fee receipt (AY 2025-26) and fee structure (AY 2025-26).
- Hostel/PG receipt (AY 2025-26) (if applicable).
- Bank passbook / cancelled cheque.
- Previous year marksheet (AY 2024-25).
- Caste certificate / disability certificate / transgender certificate / orphan proof / death certificate (if applicable).
- Home picture.
How to Apply (Buddy4Study)
- Click the “Apply Now” button on the official scholarship page.
- Login to Buddy4Study (or create a new account using email/mobile/Google).
- Open the “STEM Scholars: Shaping the next Generation of Innovators” form.
- Click “Start Application” and fill in all details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Accept the Terms & Conditions, preview, and submit.
FAQs
1) What is the scholarship amount?
Selected students receive INR 30,000.
2) Who can apply?
Eligible 3rd/4th year B.E./B.Tech (CS), Pharmacy, Life Sciences students and 4th/5th year integrated engineering students from the listed cities can apply, subject to income and marks criteria.
3) Where to apply?
Applications are submitted online via the Buddy4Study portal.
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