Colgate Scholarship 2025 aims to provide foundational support to individuals, who are deserving & meritorious but may lack resources to pursue their dreams. Along with the financial support, the program will also focus on mentorship and career guidance to the beneficiaries as and when required.
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Eligibility Criteria for Colgate Scholarship
To be eligible for Colgate Scholarship an applicant must meet the following requirements:
- For BDS: The applicant must have scored more than 65% in Class 12th ; for second year onward, more than 60% in prior semesters.
- For MDS: The applicant must have scored more than 65% in Class 12& more than 60% in BDS.
- The annual family income of the applicant must be below ₹8 lakh/year
- Children of Colgate or Buddy4Study employees are not eligible
Note :Applicants from Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh are prioritized.
Benefits of Colgate Scholarship
Rs 75,000 per year
The scholarship amount varies on the based of courses the applicants opt for .Here is the complete list with the course and scholarship amount :
- BDS & MDS: ₹75,000 one-time
- Class 11 foundational: ₹20,000/year × 2 years
- Graduate/diploma (3‑year): ₹30,000/year × 3 years
- BDS/Engineering (4‑year): ₹30,000/year × 4 years
- Vocational (1‑year): ₹20,000 total
- Sports category: ₹75,000/year × 3 years
- Community helpers: ₹75,000/year × 2 years
Important link:
- Top 100 Scholarships for the 12th class.
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Documents Required for Colgate Scholarship
There are a few necessary documents that the applicants must keep with them while filling the Colgate Scholarship application form. The candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents to complete their application process:
- Recent Passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG)
- Valid photo ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License)
- Income proof (e.g., Form 16A, income certificate from government authority, BPL certificate, salary slips)
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Class 12 mark sheet (required if applicable to the category)
- Latest educational certificate or college ID/bonafide/admission letter/fee receipt for the current year
- Bank account details (cancelled cheque or passbook copy)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Sports certificate (for sportsperson category: district/state/national)
- Entrance exam result (if applying before formal admission in professional or vocational courses)
- NGO/association details (for community-helper category)—e.g., PAN, GST certificate, 80G certificate, registration documents, etc.
Application Process for Colgate Scholarship
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
- Login to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and land on the ‘Application Form Page’.
- If not registered – register at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile number/Google account.
- You will now be redirected to ‘Colgate Keep India Smiling Scholarship 2025-26 for BDS students‘ application form page.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
- Fill in the required details in the online application form.
- Upload relevant documents
- Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
- If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
Selection Process for Colgate Scholarship
The system verifies that:
- Eligibility criteria are met (e.g., minimum marks, income limit, course enrollment, regional preference)
- Documents are clear and valid. Colgate reserves the right to reject or disqualify applications if any details are found false or misleading.
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview—either in-person or online.
- Final winners are chosen based on overall merit, including academic/financial need and interview performance.
- The selection is final and binding, and no appeals are entertained.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Colgate Scholarship?
A merit‑cum‑means initiative by Colgate-Palmolive India via Buddy4Study, supporting dental (BDS/MDS), foundational, sports, vocational, and community‑helper categories with financial aid and mentorship
2. What award amounts are offered for Colgate Scholarship?
- BDS & MDS: ₹75,000 one-time
- Class 11 foundational: ₹20,000/year × 2 years
- Graduate/diploma (3‑year): ₹30,000/year × 3 years
- BDS/Engineering (4‑year): ₹30,000/year × 4 years
- Vocational (1‑year): ₹20,000 total
- Sports category: ₹75,000/year × 3 years
- Community helpers: ₹75,000/year × 2 years
3. Who is eligible for BDS/MDS Colgate Scholarship?
- Indian nationals in any year of BDS/MDS from recognized colleges
- ≥ 65% in Class 12; for BDS year 2+ and MDS, ≥ 60% in previous year/degree
- Family income ≤ ₹8 lakh/year
- Preference for Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh & Andhra Pradesh
- Children of Buddy4Study or Colgate staff not eligible
4. What are the application timelines for 2025 of Colgate Scholarship?
- BDS/MDS: Opens mid‑2025, deadline likely around October 31–November 22, 2025
- Foundational and other categories: Typically open April–August 2025, closing by late year (e.g., December 31, 2025) .
5. What documents are required for Colgate Scholarship?
- ID proof, passport photo
- Income proof, admission proof, fee receipt
- Bank details, Class 10/12 marksheets
- Disability/sports/NGO documents if applicable
6. How to apply for Colgate Scholarship?
Apply online via the Buddy4Study portal, selecting the relevant category, filling in personal/academic/bank details, uploading documents, and submit.
7. Is there an application fee for Colgate Scholarship?
No application fee is required
8. Who selects recipients of Colgate Scholarship?
An independent panel of experts including industry leaders and Olympians reviews applications based on merit, need, and category-specific achievements
9. Are interviews part of the process of Colgate Scholarship?
Yes—shortlisted candidates for foundational, vocational, and professional categories may have online/in-person interviews to assess motivation, leadership, and suitability .
10. How are funds disbursed of Colgate Scholarship?
Scholarship amounts are transferred directly to the candidate’s bank account after verification of documents
11. Is the Colgate Scholarship renewable?
- BDS/MDS: One-time grant (₹75k)
- Foundational & others: Multiple-year awards disbursed annually as per category length
12. Are students outside eligible states allowed for Colgate Scholarship?
Yes, but students from Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh are prioritized
13. Can Colgate/Buddy4Study employees apply?
No—children and relatives of employees of Colgate or Buddy4Study are ineligible
14. What are the key deadlines of Colgate Scholarship?
- BDS/MDS: Around October 31–November 22, 2025 (2024 reference was Nov 22) .
- Other categories: Apply between April–Aug, finalize by Dec 2025
15.What if my documents are incomplete?
Applications with missing documents may be rejected or disqualified—only fully verified applications move forward .
16. What expenses does the Colgate Scholarship cover?
Funds can be used for tuition, hostel, books, internet, electronics, and related academic needs
17. Can selections be appealed of Colgate Scholarship?
No—Colgate’s decision is final and binding; no appeals or correspondence post-decision
18. What if false info is found later?
Scholarship may be revoked or funds recovered if any false or misleading information is detected at any stage .
19. Are there employment obligations with Colgate?
No—the scholarship is not tied to employment; recipients are not obliged to join Colgate
20. Which jurisdiction governs disputes?
Any legal dispute falls under Mumbai jurisdiction as per official terms & conditions .
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