STEM Scholars Scholarship 2025-26: ₹30,000 for BE/BTech 3rd/4th Year Students
Job Description
STEM Scholars: Shaping the next Generation of Innovators 2025-26 by Nasscom Foundation & Optum CSR. ₹30,000 scholarship for 3rd/4th year BE/BTech (CS/Pharmacy/Life Sciences), 5-year integrated programs in Delhi/Bengaluru/Chennai/Hyderabad. Family income ≤₹8L, 65% Class 12. Apply by 26 Dec.
STEM Scholars: Shaping the next Generation of Innovators (2025-26)
Supported by Optum CSR in collaboration with Nasscom Foundation, this scholarship supports students from underrepresented and economically disadvantaged backgrounds pursuing STEM education with mentorship and career exposure.
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About the Program
STEM Scholars: Shaping the next Generation of Innovators aims to empower students pursuing STEM education by providing financial support and enabling academic and career growth through learning opportunities.
The programme supports eligible students in selected cities and encourages participation from students who face financial constraints.
Eligibility Criteria (2025-26)
- Open to students in the 3rd and 4th year of B.E./B.Tech programs in Computer Science, Pharmacy, and Life Sciences.
- Open to students in a 5-year Integrated Engineering Programme (e.g., B.Tech + M.Tech / B.E. + M.E.) who are in their 4th or 5th year.
- Students must be studying in any government or private institute in Delhi / Bengaluru / Chennai / Hyderabad.
- Preference to SC, ST, OBC, PwD, single parent, orphan, and girls applicants.
- Minimum 65% marks in Class 12.
- Annual family income (all sources) up to ₹8,00,000.
- Children of employees/partners/donors are not eligible.
Scholarship Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Amount | ₹30,000 as financial support for the academic journey. |
| Additional Support | Mentorship and career exposure (as per programme support activities). |
Documents Required
- Passport size photograph
- Proof of identity (both sides)
- Latest parental income proof
- 10th marksheet
- 12th marksheet
- Latest college fee receipt (Academic Year 2025-26)
- Hostel/PG receipt (Academic Year 2025-26) (if applicable)
- Fee structure (Academic Year 2025-26)
- Bank passbook / cancelled cheque
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Previous year marksheet (Academic Year 2024-25)
- Transgender certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Death certificate (if applicable)
- Orphan certificate / letter from orphanage (if applicable)
- Home picture
How to Apply
- Click the Apply Now button on the official scholarship page.
- Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID (or sign up using Email/Mobile/Google).
- Click Start Application to begin the process.
- Fill in required details in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Accept Terms and Conditions, click Preview, and then Submit.
Contact Details
Email: stemscholars@buddy4study.in
Phone: 011-430-92248 (Ext: 378)
Timings: Monday to Friday – 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM (IST)
Official Links
- Program Page: https://www.buddy4study.com/page/stem-scholars-shaping-the-next-generation-of-innovators
- Fraud Prevention: https://www.buddy4study.com/fraud-prevention
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