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 Azim Premji Scholarship 2025-26: Eligibility and Application Process

The Azim Premji Scholarship is a flagship initiative by the Azim Premji Foundation aimed at supporting girl students from disadvantaged backgrounds in pursuing higher education. Launched as a pilot in 2024-25 across select districts in Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh (benefiting over 25,000 students), it has expanded for the 2025-26 cohort to 18 states and union territories, including Chhattisgarh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Karnataka, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Uttarakhand, and others. The program provides financial assistance to cover tuition fees, books, transportation, or other education-related expenses, promoting equity in access to undergraduate studies. It is not merit-based but focuses on basic eligibility to reach as many eligible girls as possible without exams or income verification beyond educational background.

The scholarship is distinct from other Azim Premji Foundation programs, such as the Azim Premji Foundation Fellowship (for young professionals in education) or need-based financial aid at Azim Premji University (for enrolled students there). Below are the details for the main Azim Premji Scholarship.

#### Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the 2025-26 cohort, applicants must meet **all** of the following:

- **Gender and Background**: Must be a girl student from a disadvantaged background (inferred from government school education).

- **Educational Qualification**: Must have passed both Class 10 and Class 12 from a government school in one of the eligible states/union territories.

- **Course Enrollment**: Must have secured admission to the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree or diploma program (2–5 years duration) in a recognized government, government-aided, or credible private institution anywhere in India. This can include arts, science, commerce, engineering, or vocational diplomas.

- **Academic Year**: Enrollment must be for the 2025-26 academic year.

- **First-Time Pursuit**: This must be the applicant's first undergraduate degree or diploma.

- **Age Limit**: There is no strict age limit, but applicants should be recent Class 12 passers transitioning to higher education.

- **State-Specific Note for Chhattisgarh**: The scheme was officially launched in Chhattisgarh on September 10, 2025, by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. Eligibility aligns with the national criteria: girls who passed Class 10 and 12 from government schools in Chhattisgarh and are enrolling in first-year UG/diploma courses in any recognized Indian institution.

**Ineligibility**:

- Students already enrolled or admitted to Azim Premji University programs for 2025-26 or earlier.

- Previous or current recipients of Wipro scholarships (e.g., Santoor Scholarship).

- Students pursuing postgraduate or non-first-year UG programs.

- Applications from non-government school passers or boys.

The foundation emphasizes that over 90% of government school students come from low-income families, so no separate financial proof is required.

#### Scholarship Benefits

- **Amount**: ₹30,000 per year, disbursed directly to the student's bank account.

- **Duration**: Full course length (2–5 years), renewable annually upon verification of continued enrollment and academic progress.

- **Coverage**: Flexible use for tuition, books, commute, clothing, or other education-related costs. In 2025-26, the foundation aims to support up to 2.5 lakh (250,000) girls nationwide.

- **No Fee**: The program is entirely free; beware of impostors charging for applications.

#### Application Process

The process is fully online, simple, and digital, with no application fee. It occurs in phases: initial registration, document upload, verification, and selection based on eligibility fulfillment. For the 2025-26 cohort, fresh applications opened in September 2025. Renewal for 2024-25 recipients is also open until October 15, 2025.

**Steps to Apply**:

1. **Visit the Official Portal**: Go to the Azim Premji Foundation's scholarship page at [https://azimpremjifoundation.org/what-we-do/education/azim-premji-scholarship/](https://azimpremjifoundation.org/what-we-do/education/azim-premji-scholarship/). Click on "Register (New Applicants Cohort 2025)" for fresh applications or "Login" if renewing.

2. **Register**: Provide a valid email ID and mobile number. Verify via OTP sent to your mobile.

3. **Fill the Form**: Enter personal details (name, address, contact), academic history (Class 10/12 marksheets, school details), course admission proof (e.g., enrollment letter), and bank account information (for direct transfer; must be in the student's name).

4. **Upload Documents**: Scan and upload the following (PDF/PNG/JPG format, 30–500 KB size):

   - Class 10 and 12 marksheets/certificates (proving government school completion).

   - Admission/enrollment letter from the college/university.

   - Aadhaar card or other ID proof.

   - Bank passbook or canceled cheque (showing account details).

   - Recent passport-size photo.

   No income certificate is needed.

5. **Review and Submit**: Double-check all information, enter the captcha, and submit. Download the acknowledgment receipt for reference.

6. **QR Code Option (Chhattisgarh-Specific)**: In Chhattisgarh, applications can also be initiated by scanning a QR code provided on official announcements or the state education department's portal, which redirects to the foundation's site.

**Timeline for 2025-26**:

- **Application Start**: September 10, 2025 (nationwide; Chhattisgarh launch aligns with this).

- **Last Date**: Expected by December 15, 2025 (tentative; check portal for updates). Renewals close October 15, 2025.

- **Selection and Disbursement**: Shortlisting based on eligibility (no interviews/exams); notifications via email/SMS within 4–6 weeks. First installment disbursed post-verification, typically by early 2026.

- **Status Check**: Log in to the portal using your registration credentials to track application status (e.g., pending, verified, approved).

**Renewal Process (for 2024-25 Recipients)**:

- Log in via the renewal link on the portal.

- Update enrollment proof for 2025-26, bank details (if changed), and confirm continued studies.

- Submit by October 15, 2025; only for those pursuing the same first UG/diploma without breaks.

#### Additional Notes

- **Selection**: Automatic if eligible; the foundation verifies documents digitally and may conduct spot checks. In the pilot phase, all qualifying applicants were selected.

- **Contact and Support**: For queries or fraud reports, email scholarship@azimpremjifoundation.org or use the portal's helpline. The foundation's address: 134, Doddakannelli, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru - 560035.

- **Expansion**: The program is part of a ₹2,250 crore three-year commitment and may cover all Indian states in future years.

- **Caution**: Only apply through the official website; the foundation never charges fees or asks for payments.

This scholarship empowers generations by removing financial hurdles for girls' higher education. For the latest updates, visit the official portal directly.