About the Scheme
The ‘nurtr Nurturing Minds with Chess program is a collaborative effort between nurtr, a leading online chess academy, and Buddy4Study with the primary goal of utilizing the game of chess as a powerful tool for the holistic development and education of school and college students in India. nurtr Neo Course Established in 2018, nurtr is an online chess academy that offers access to top-notch course content and world-class trainers within the field. The academy boasts a team of highly renowned chess coaches, including some of the biggest names in the domain, who actively conduct live courses on their platform.
At a Glance
At a GlancePrivate / Corporate scheme for the 2025 academic year. Partially funded; applications are online only.
- Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for nurtr Nurturing Minds with Chess Program 2025-26 (90% Fee Waiver), an individual must Be a resident of India, Be a school or college student, Fall within the age range of 5 to 25 years, and Have an annual family income of less than ₹8 lakh.
Admissions & Course Track
Professional courses and Undergraduate students studying Engineering & Technology.
Nationality
Open to applicants of any nationality.
Annual Family Income Threshold
Gross annual family income must not exceed ₹8,00,000 (₹8 lakh) per annum.
Academic Standing
Minimum 90% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
Award Benefits & Structure
90% fee waiverone-time
Partially funded.
Mandatory Document Checklist
Keep clear scanned copies of these ready before you begin your application.
- Up to ₹8 lakh
Income Certificate
Issued by the competent revenue authority (Tehsildar / SDO).
- 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.
Click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Login to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and navigate to the ‘Application Form Page’.
If not registered - Register at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile/Gmail account.
You will now be redirected to either the ‘nurtr Nurturing Minds with Chess 2025-26’ application form page.
Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
Fill in the required details in the online application form.
Upload relevant documents.
Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
NOTE: After submitting the application form, candidates need to pay the requisite fee through Buddy4Study’s payment gateway. Upon meeting eligibility criteria during document verification, their course will be activated. If found otherwise, the paid amount will be refunded to the candidate.
Frequently Asked Questions
The nurtr Nurturing Minds with Chess Program (90% Fee Waiver) is a private / corporate scholarship offered by nurtr for the 2025 academic year. School or college students under the age range of 5 to 25 years
To be eligible for nurtr Nurturing Minds with Chess Program 2025-26 (90% Fee Waiver), an individual must Be a resident of India, Be a school or college student, Fall within the age range of 5 to 25 years, and Have an annual family income of less than ₹8 lakh.
The award is 90% fee waiver one-time. It is partially funded.
Applications open on 13 June 2025. The last date to apply is 31 October 2026.
You need Income Certificate, Passport and Aadhaar Card.
Applications are online. 1. Click the ‘Apply Now’ button below. 2. Login to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and navigate to the ‘Application Form Page’. 3. If not registered - Register at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile/Gmail account. 4. You will now be redirected to either the ‘nurtr Nurturing Minds with Chess 2025-26’ application form page. 5. Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process. 6. Fill in the required details in the online application form. 7. Upload relevant documents. 8. Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’. 9. If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process. 10. NOTE: After submitting the application form, candidates need to pay the requisite fee through Buddy4Study’s payment gateway. Upon meeting eligibility criteria during document verification, their course will be activated. If found otherwise, the paid amount will be refunded to the candidate.
