For many talented students pursuing a professional course in engineering, medicine, or architecture, economic / finance support is essential. The Swami Dayanand Foundation Scholarship Program, offered by the Swami Dayanand Education Foundation (SDEF), bridges this gap by supporting deserving students who are academically strong but financially constrained.
Objective of this scholarship:
The goal is simple — to ensure that financial hardship does not stop talented students from achieving their dreams/vision.
Who Can Apply?
- The student should have completed Class 10 from a government or government-aided school.
- The student should be in the 1st or 2nd year of a diploma or degree course in India.
- For 1st-year students, at least 80% marks in Class 12 (CBSE) or 70% in other boards are required.
- For 2nd-year students, a minimum of 8.0 CGPA in the first year is needed.
- The student’s family income should be less than ₹8 lakh per year.
- The student should not be older than 19 years in the first year and 20 years in the second year of study.
- A one-year gap is allowed for technical courses, but not for non-technical ones.
Scholarship Benefits
The financial support ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹50,000 per year, depending on:
- Your entrance exam rank,
- Course type (technical/non-technical),
- Academic performance.
- In total, a student can receive up to ₹2 lakh throughout their course.
The scholarship funds are sent straight to the college to help cover tuition and other academic costs.
Documents Required
To apply, students must submit:
- 10th & 12th mark sheets
- Recent semester/1st-year mark sheets (for 2nd-year students)
- Proof of admission
- Family income documents (salary slip, ITR, etc.)
- A bonafide certificate from the college
- Identity proof (Aadhaar card or equivalent)
- Rank card (for JEE/NEET-based applications)
- Proof of residence
- College fee receipts
How to Apply?
There are two ways to apply:
1. Online Application
Visit the official website. Enter the necessary information and submit the required documents.
2. Offline Application
If needed, you can download the application form from the website and post it to the foundation’s registered office address.
Special Highlights
- Scholarship is renewable each year, based on performance and eligibility.
- 30% to 50% of awards are reserved for female students, promoting equal opportunities.
- Open to students studying in top government and private colleges across India.
If you are a hard-working, talented student struggling to pursue your education, the Swami Dayanand Scholarship could make a real difference in your academic journey. Be sure to check your eligibility, gather your documents early, and submit a complete application before the deadline.
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