SBIF Asha Scholarship Program for Undergraduate Students

About the SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024

The SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024 is one of the largest scholarship initiatives in India, launched by the SBI Foundation under its Integrated Learning Mission (ILM). The program is designed to provide financial support to talented students from low-income families, ensuring they can continue their education without financial hindrance.

Key Features:

• Target Audience: Open to students from Class 6 to 12, as well as those pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses from the top 100 NIRF universities and colleges, including IITs and IIMs.
• Scholarship Amount: Selected students can receive a scholarship of up to INR 7.5 lakh to support their educational expenses.
  
  
  

About SBI Foundation

The SBI Foundation is the corporate social responsibility (CSR) wing of the State Bank of India. It focuses on various sectors, including:

• Rural Development
• Healthcare
• Education
• Livelihood and Entrepreneurship
• Youth Empowerment
• Promotion of Sports

The foundation aims to foster socio-economic development and improve the living conditions of underprivileged communities across India. It reflects the ethos of the SBI group by promoting ethical interventions that encourage growth and equality.

For more detailed information, you can visit the SBI Foundation's official website: www.sbifoundation.in.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Education: Must be pursuing an undergraduate course (any year) from a premier university/college in India listed in the top 100 according to the NIRF rankings.
• Academic Performance: Minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year.
• Family Income: Gross annual family income must be up to INR 6,00,000 (preference for up to INR 3,00,000).
• Nationality: Must be an Indian national.
• Institutions: Includes universities and colleges in the latest NIRF top 100 rankings and all National Institutes of Technology (NITs).
• Reservation: 50% of slots reserved for female applicants; preference for SC/ST candidates.

Benefits:

• Financial assistance of up to INR 50,000.

Required Documents:

1. Previous academic year marksheet.
2. Government-issued identity proof (Aadhaar card).
3. Current year fee receipt.
4. Proof of current year admission (admission letter/institution ID card).
5. Bank account details (applicant or parent).
6. Proof of income (Form 16A/income certificate/salary slips).
7. Photograph of the applicant.
8. Caste Certificate (if applicable).

Application Process:

1. Click ‘Apply Now’.
2. Log in to Buddy4Study (register if you don’t have an account).
3. Go to the ‘SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024’ application form page.
4. Click ‘Start Application’ to begin.
5. Fill in the required details in the online application form.
6. Upload necessary documents.
7. Accept the terms and conditions, then click ‘Preview’.
8. If everything is correct, click ‘Submit’ to complete your application.

Deadline:

• October 31, 2024.

This scholarship is a great opportunity for students from economically weaker sections to continue their education without financial strain. The reserved slots for female students and preference for SC/ST students are commendable steps toward inclusive education.

To apply for the SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024, you can use the following steps:

1. Visit the official application page: SBIF Asha Scholarship Program.
2. Log in with your Buddy4Study account or register if you're a new user.
3. Once logged in, you will be directed to the application form page.
4. Click the "Start Application" button and begin the application process.
5. Fill in all required details and upload the necessary documents.
6. Review the details carefully in the preview section, and once confirmed, submit your application.

Make sure to complete and submit your application before the October 31, 2024 deadline.