Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships 2026-27 – Full Details

The Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships 2026-27 is a merit-based scholarship programme for talented Indian students pursuing eligible postgraduate programmes in future-ready disciplines. The programme aims to select up to 100 exceptional first-year postgraduate students across India.

Selected scholars can receive financial assistance of up to ₹6,00,000 over the duration of their degree programme, along with opportunities for mentoring, internships, expert workshops, volunteering and professional networking.

Applications are currently open, and the last date to apply is 5 October 2026. There is no application fee.

💰 Scholarship Benefits

• Financial Assistance: Up to ₹6,00,000 over the duration of the postgraduate degree.

• Expert Engagement: Opportunities to attend talks, seminars and workshops with leading global experts.

• Mentorship: Opportunities to apply for structured mentoring programmes.

• Internships: Opportunities to apply for professional internships.

• Volunteering: Opportunities to participate in volunteering initiatives.

• Alumni Network: Selected scholars become part of a strong Reliance Foundation scholar and alumni community.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfil the following requirements:

• Nationality: Must be a resident Indian citizen.

• Academic Level: Must be enrolled in the first year of a regular, full-time postgraduate degree programme during the 2026-27 academic year.

• Academic Qualification: Must have either:

  • A valid GATE score between 550 and 1,000, or

  • An undergraduate CGPA of 7.5 or above, or equivalent percentage normalised to the CGPA scale.

Eligible Disciplines

The scholarship is available for specified postgraduate programmes in future-ready fields, including:

• Computer Science

• Artificial Intelligence

• Mathematics & Computing

• Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Renewable & New Energy

• Material Science & Engineering

• Life Sciences

Applicants should verify that their exact postgraduate degree programme appears on the official list of eligible courses.

📂 Documents Required

Applicants should prepare clear and readable copies of the following documents:

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Aadhaar Card (mandatory)

• Permanent address proof

• Class 10 marksheet

• Class 12 marksheet

• Undergraduate degree transcript/marksheets

• GATE scorecard, if applicable

• Current PG institution Bonafide Student Certificate

• Updated resume

• Personal Statement

• Statement of Purpose (SOP)

• Two reference letters:

  • Academic reference

  • Character/leadership reference

• Work experience or internship certificates, if applicable

• Official Disability Certificate, if applicable

• Family income proof issued by the appropriate authority

• PAN and bank details as required after application submission

💻 How to Apply

Eligible students can complete the application process online.

1. Visit the official Reliance Foundation Scholarship Portal.

2. Create a new account or log in to your existing account.

3. Complete your personal, contact, academic and extracurricular information.

4. Complete the eligibility questionnaire.

5. Prepare and submit your Personal Statement and Statement of Purpose.

6. Upload the two required reference letters.

7. Upload the required academic, identity and enrolment documents.

8. Select the available aptitude-test date.

9. Review all information carefully.

10. Submit the application online.

11. Complete the mandatory online aptitude test.

🔗 Official Apply Link

Apply Online:
https://scholarships.reliancefoundation.org/

Reliance Foundation Scholarships Information:
https://www.reliancefoundation.org/media/media-release/Reliance_Foundation_Scholarships_2026-27

Important: There is no application fee for the Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships.

📝 Selection Process

The selection process evaluates applicants on multiple factors, including:

1. Academic Merit – Academic achievements and qualifying examination performance.

2. Online Aptitude Test – Applicants must complete the mandatory aptitude assessment.

3. Statements and Essays – The Personal Statement and Statement of Purpose are evaluated.

4. Reference Letters – Submitted academic and character/leadership references are considered.

5. Shortlisting – Strong candidates are shortlisted for further evaluation.

6. Expert Interview – Shortlisted postgraduate candidates may undergo an interview with an expert panel.

7. Final Selection – The final scholars are selected based on the overall assessment.

📝 Mandatory Aptitude Test

The online aptitude test is an important and mandatory part of the application.

• All applicants must complete the aptitude test.

• Applicants receive examination details after submitting the application.

• A practice test is made available before the final examination.

• The final test link is provided through the application portal.

• The application is considered complete only after the aptitude test has been completed.

• Aptitude-test scores are sent directly to the Reliance Foundation.

🗓️ Important Date

• Application Status: Open

• Last Date to Apply: 5 October 2026

• Application Mode: Online

• Application Fee: No fee

• Aptitude Test: Mandatory

Applicants are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline and complete the mandatory aptitude test within the specified schedule.

📌 Important Points to Remember

• Up to 100 postgraduate scholars may be selected.

• Scholarship benefit is up to ₹6,00,000 over the degree duration.

• Only first-year PG students are eligible.

• Applicants must be resident Indian citizens.

• Applicants need a GATE score of 550–1,000 OR undergraduate CGPA of 7.5 or above.

• Only specified postgraduate disciplines are covered.

• Aadhaar Card is mandatory.

• A current Bonafide Student Certificate is required.

• Applicants must submit a Personal Statement and SOP.

• Two reference letters are required.

• The online aptitude test is mandatory.

• There is no application fee.

• The final application deadline is 5 October 2026.

The Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships 2026-27 provides up to ₹6 lakh in financial support to selected first-year postgraduate students, together with opportunities for expert interaction, mentoring, internships, volunteering and alumni engagement. Eligible students should verify their course eligibility and complete the online application and mandatory aptitude test before 5 October 2026.