Here’s a list of some of the most prominent scholarships for Indian school students, along with the relevant website links to apply or get more details.
The NMMS scheme is designed to support meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds by offering financial assistance from Class 9 until they complete Class 12.
Funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the KVPY scholarship aims to encourage students with a passion for science and research.
NTSE is a well-known scholarship exam for Class 10 students. It aims to identify and nurture students with high intellect and academic talent.
The Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) Scholarship, provided by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), aims to motivate students to take up higher education in basic and natural sciences.
FAEA provides financial support to socially and economically disadvantaged students who have completed their Class 12 exams and want to pursue undergraduate studies.
This initiative by the Modi Foundation provides scholarships to meritorious students from Classes 8 to 12, helping them continue their education.
This scholarship supports economically weaker sections of students who are pursuing Classes 11 and 12.
Aimed at students from financially weak backgrounds in West Bengal, the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship provides assistance to students from Class 11 onwards.
This scholarship is offered by HDFC Bank to students who are going through financial or personal crises, helping them continue their education.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, offers scholarships for students from minority communities (Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis, and Jains) from Class 1 onwards to Class 12.
