Applications are invited for Sashakt Scholarship 2024 for Class 12 Passed Girl Students by Dr. Reddy’s Foundation. The last date of application is October 30, 2024.

About the Foundation

Dr. Reddy’s Foundation (DRF) is a not-for-profit organization, focused on enhancing the dignity and well-being of low-income households.

DRF started in 1996 with the mission to educate and skill young people to fast track them towards better livelihood options. Early programs focused on children’s education and skill development among young people from lower income households. The foundation established a school and vocational college to provide affordable quality education.

Scholarship Details

Sashakt Scholarship is a one-of-its-kind initiative to encourage young women across India to prepare for and pursue a career in science. It provides a level playing ground to girl students, especially from rural India and low socio-economic backgrounds, to get access to quality education in some of India’s best science institutions by offering financial support and mentorship throughout their undergraduate studies.

Highlights

  • The scholarship covers three years of studies towards earning a B.Sc./B.Tech/MBBS degree.
  • Limited scholarships available, for students securing admissions in any of the listed colleges.
  • With a lead woman scientists as mentor, the scholars are guided through the crucial stages of their education, apart from having a role model for a career in science.
  • The scholarship award is Rs 2,40,000 (Rs 80,000/year) for three years of study, which covers the college tuition fees, study expenses and basic living costs.

Who can Apply?

Bright, young girls with a record of academic excellence, confident of getting admission in India’s best science colleges, can apply as soon as they complete their Class XII examinations.

Students who opt to study B.Tech., M.B.B.S. and natural/ pure sciences in B.Sc. will be eligible for this scholarship.

Preference will be given to students with rural backgrounds, economically weak backgrounds and  interest in scientific research.

Documents Required

  • X Std. Certificate.
  • X Std. Mark sheets.
  • XII Std./ 10+2 Mark sheets.
  • XII Std./ 10+2 Certificate.
  • Income Certificate.
  • Disability Certificate.

How to Apply?

Interested students can apply online via this link.

Application Deadline

The last date of application is October 30, 2024.

Contact

Email: info[at]sashaktscholarship[dot]org

Click here to view the official notification of Sashakt Scholarship 2024 for Class 12 Passed Girl Students by Dr. Reddy’s Foundation.