With rising tuition costs and intense competition, scholarships can make or break your academic dreams. Whether you're aiming for IITs, IIMs, or Ivy League universities — funding is out there.
Here are the top scholarships for Indian students in 2025, including opportunities for undergraduates, postgraduates, and those planning to study abroad.
Scholarships to Study in India
1. National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
Who it’s for: Class 9 to 12 students from low-income backgrounds
Award: ₹12,000 annually
Deadline: Usually September
Apply at: scholarships.gov.in
2. Inspire Scholarship (SHE) – Department of Science & Technology
For: Top 1% students in Class 12 opting for science in UG
Award: ₹80,000 per year
Deadline: Oct–Nov 2025
3. AICTE Pragati & Saksham Scholarships
For: Girls & differently-abled students in technical education
Award: ₹50,000 annually + tuition fee
Deadline: December 2025
4. Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY)
For: Science stream students aiming for research careers
Award: ₹5,000 to ₹7,000 per month
Note: Now integrated with INSPIRE
5. Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF)
For: Minority community students pursuing M.Phil/PhD
Award: ₹25,000–₹28,000/month
Scholarships to Study Abroad
6. Chevening Scholarships (UK Government)
For: Indian students pursuing PG in the UK
Covers: Tuition, travel, living expenses
Deadline: Usually November
7. Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowships (USA)
For: Indian professionals & graduates
Award: Full funding, J-1 visa support
Deadline: May–July
8. DAAD Scholarships (Germany)
For: Indian graduates/postgraduates studying in Germany
Covers: Tuition, monthly stipend, travel
Website: daad.de
9. Commonwealth Scholarships
For: PG and PhD in UK universities
Eligibility: Must be an Indian citizen with strong academics
Covers: Full tuition + living + airfare
10. Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
For: Multiple-country master's programs
Covers: Full tuition, travel, insurance, monthly stipend
Bonus: Private & Corporate Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Offered By |
|---|---|---|
| HDFC Educational Crisis Fund | Students facing financial emergency | HDFC Bank |
| Tata Scholarship (Cornell) | Indian UG students at Cornell Univ | Tata Trusts |
| Reliance Foundation UG/PG | Meritorious & low-income students | Reliance Foundation |
| Aditya Birla Scholarship | IIM/IIT/LAW school students | Aditya Birla Group |
📌 Pro Tips for Applying
✅ Start early – applications open months in advance
✅ Keep documents ready – income, marksheets, ID, SoP, LoRs
✅ Apply for multiple scholarships to increase your chances
✅ Track dates using scholarship portals and university websites
❓FAQs
Q1. Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Yes, but check if the scholarships allow it. Some are exclusive.
Q2. Do I need to repay a scholarship?
No, scholarships are not loans. They’re grants based on merit or need.
Q3. Are scholarships only for toppers?
Not always! Many scholarships focus on income background, gender, or specific field
Published on : 1st August
Published by : SMITA
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