About the Scheme
The Buddy4Study India Foundation Scholarship is a flagship program launched by Buddy4Study India Foundation to support students in their educational journey. Under this scholarship programme, Buddy4Study has helped more than 1,90,000 students across India through scholarships, with a total fund of more than ₹600 crore mobilised from 100+ partners. In the last financial year (2025–26), Buddy4Study successfully supported 74,000+ students, with 56% of the beneficiaries being girl students, reflecting a strong focus on female education.
At a Glance
At a GlancePrivate / Corporate scheme for the 2026 academic year. Partially funded; applications are online only.
- Scholarship
- PwD
Eligibility Criteria
Open to Indian students studying in Class 11 or 12, and Class 12th pass students (including those who completed Class 12 in the 2025–26 academic session). Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the last class attended. Annual parental/family income must be INR 8 lakh or below. Preference will be given to: High merit students, Single-parent child/orphans, Girl Students, PwD students, Government school students, Students from the North-East region and aspirational districts, Crisis-Based - Student in urgent need based on personal crisis | difficult situation | family crisis | without adverse impact on their education.
Gender Requirement
Open to female candidates only.
Admissions & Course Track
Post-Matric (Class 11–12), Professional courses and Undergraduate students in Class 11–12 at Government institutions studying Engineering & Technology and Education.
Nationality
Open to applicants of any nationality.
Academic Standing
Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
Persons with Disabilities
Students with disabilities may apply, or receive a relaxation in the criteria.
Award Benefits & Structure
Scholarships in the range of INR 6,000 to INR 24,000one-time
Partially funded.
Mandatory Document Checklist
Keep clear scanned copies of these ready before you begin your application.
- Essential
Passport
A valid passport — scan the bio-data page.
- Essential
Aadhaar Card
The applicant's own Aadhaar card.
- Essential
Marksheets
Marksheets of the qualifying examinations, validating merit.
- Essential
Income Certificate
Issued by the competent revenue authority (Tehsildar / SDO).
- Essential
Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque
Showing the beneficiary's name, account number and IFSC code.
Selection Procedure & Key Timeline
Application Registration Opens
The online application opens.
Application Deadline
(Active)Last day to submit your application and supporting documents.
How to Apply
Applications for this scheme are online. Follow these steps in order.
Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Log in to Buddy4Study using your registered ID to access the ‘Application form page’.
If you’re not registered, sign up on Buddy4Study using your Email, Mobile, or Google account.
You will be redirected to the “Buddy4Study India Foundation Scholarship” application form page.
Click the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
Fill in the required details in the online application form.
Upload the relevant documents.
Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click ‘Preview’.
If all the details are correct in the preview, click the ‘Submit’ button to complete your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Buddy4Study India Foundation Scholarship for Class 11 & 12 students is a private / corporate scholarship offered by Buddy4Study India Foundation Scholarship for the 2026 academic year. For students currently studying in class 11 and 12
Open to Indian students studying in Class 11 or 12, and Class 12th pass students (including those who completed Class 12 in the 2025–26 academic session). Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the last class attended. Annual parental/family income must be INR 8 lakh or below. Preference will be given to: High merit students, Single-parent child/orphans, Girl Students, PwD students, Government school students, Students from the North-East region and aspirational districts, Crisis-Based - Student in urgent need based on personal crisis | difficult situation | family crisis | without adverse impact on their education.
The award is Scholarships in the range of INR 6,000 to INR 24,000 one-time. It is partially funded.
Applications open on 20 May 2026. The last date to apply is 31 October 2026.
You need Passport, Aadhaar Card, Marksheets, Income Certificate and Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque.
Applications are online. 1. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button. 2. Log in to Buddy4Study using your registered ID to access the ‘Application form page’. 3. If you’re not registered, sign up on Buddy4Study using your Email, Mobile, or Google account. 4. You will be redirected to the “Buddy4Study India Foundation Scholarship” application form page. 5. Click the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process. 6. Fill in the required details in the online application form. 7. Upload the relevant documents. 8. Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click ‘Preview’. 9. If all the details are correct in the preview, click the ‘Submit’ button to complete your application.
