About the Scheme
GEV Memorial Merit Scholarship for Law Students is an initiative of GEV Scholarship Fund Trust that aims to provide financial support to meritorious law students and help them pursue quality legal education at premier Indian institutes. Under this scholarship, the students who are pursuing law education at undergraduate or postgraduate level get scholarships up to INR 2,00,000 per year to cover their academic expenses. The program also offers opportunities for mentorship to the selected candidates, creating a robust community of young law scholars. GEV Scholarship Fund Trust has been started in the memory of the 13th Attorney General of India, Late Dr. Goolam E. Vahanvati to support young law aspirants.
At a Glance
At a GlancePrivate / Corporate scheme for the 2026-27 academic year. Partially funded; applications are online only.
- Kind Circle Scholarship
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate
Eligibility Criteria
• Students who wish to apply for this scholarship must fulfil the following eligibility criteria: • Applicants must be an Indian citizen • Student must be already enrolled in any year of an LLB/LLM degree course at a recognized law institute in India, or have applied for CLAT, LSAT-India, AILET, or any other law entrance exam • Must have scored a minimum of 60% in Class X and XII board exams • Annual parental income must not exceed INR 10,00,000 from all sources • Be willing to sign-up for the scholarship fund’s annual mentorship programs to assist and nurture the next batches of GEV Merit Scholars
Admissions & Course Track
Pre-Matric (Secondary), Professional courses and Undergraduate students studying Engineering & Technology and Law & Legal Studies.
Nationality
Open to Indian nationals.
Annual Family Income Threshold
Gross annual family income must not exceed ₹10,00,000 (₹10 lakh) per annum.
Academic Standing
Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
Award Benefits & Structure
The award is paid once a year.
Up to INR 2 lakh per year
Annual payment, partially funded.
Mandatory Document Checklist
Keep clear scanned copies of these ready before you begin your application.
- Essential
Marksheets
Marksheets of the qualifying examinations, validating merit.
- Essential
Passport
A valid passport — scan the bio-data page.
- Essential
Aadhaar Card
The applicant's own Aadhaar card.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The GEV Memorial Merit Scholarship 2026-27 for Law Students is a private / corporate scholarship offered by GEV Scholarship Fund Trust for the 2026-27 academic year. Law students
• Students who wish to apply for this scholarship must fulfil the following eligibility criteria: • Applicants must be an Indian citizen • Student must be already enrolled in any year of an LLB/LLM degree course at a recognized law institute in India, or have applied for CLAT, LSAT-India, AILET, or any other law entrance exam • Must have scored a minimum of 60% in Class X and XII board exams • Annual parental income must not exceed INR 10,00,000 from all sources • Be willing to sign-up for the scholarship fund’s annual mentorship programs to assist and nurture the next batches of GEV Merit Scholars
The award is Up to INR 2 lakh per year. It is partially funded.
Applications open on 1 June 2026. The last date to apply is 31 October 2026.
You need Marksheets, Passport and Aadhaar Card.
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