Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025 is a merit-cum-means scholarship by Kotak Education Foundation (part of Kotak Mahindra Group), designed to empower underprivileged girl students for higher professional education—including MBBS, BDS, engineering, B.Sc Nursing, B. Pharmacy, and other courses after class 12 .
It is applicable for girl students pursuing courses like Engineering, MBBS, BDS, Integrated LLB (5 Years), B. Pharmacy, B.Sc. Nursing, Integrated BS-MS/BS-Research, in ISER, IISC (Bangalore), or other professional courses (Design, Architecture, etc.) from institutes of repute (NAAC/NIRF accredited) will be provided scholarship of INR 1.5 lakh per year.
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Eligibility Criteria for Kotak Kanya Scholarship
To be eligible for Kotak Kanya Scholarship an applicant must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be female students only
- The applicants must have scored greater than 75% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in Class 12 standard boards
- The candidate must have secured admission( first-year) (2025–26) into professional graduation—courses like MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm, etc., at NAAC/NIRF-accredited institutions (IISc, ISER, etc.)
- The Annual family income should be less than 6 lakh
- Children of Kotak/Kotak Education Foundation/Buddy4Study employees
Benefits of Kotak Kanya Scholarship
- The selected applicants will recieve a scholarship amount of Rs 1.5 lakh per year till completion of her professional graduation course/degree.
- The scholarship amount under Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26 should be utilised to cover academic expenses including tuition fees, hostel fees, internet, transportation, laptops, books and stationery.
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Last Date
19th January 2025
Documents Required for Kotak Kanya Scholarship
There are a few necessary documents that the applicants must keep with them while filling the Kotak Kanya Scholarship application form. The candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents to complete their application process:
- Class 12 marksheet
- admission proof
- Annual Income certificate / ITR of parents
- Bank passbook (with account in student’s name)
- Aadhaar card,
- Recent passport photograph ,
- Bonafide/seat allotment proof
- Entrance/scorecard (e.g., NEET for MBBS)
- Disability/death certificate (if applicable)
Application Process for Kotak Kanya Scholarship
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.
- Login to Buddy4Study using a registered ID to land on the ‘Online Application Form Page’.
- If not registered, register at Buddy4Study with your email/mobile/Gmail account.
- You will now be redirected to the ‘Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26’ application form page.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
- Fill in the required details in the online scholarship application form.
- Upload the required 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 of Kotak Kanya Scholarship
- Based on academic merit (Class 12 marks ≥ 75–85%) and financial need (family income ≤ ₹6 lakh).
- Personal challenges (like single parenting or disability) may also be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates submit all required documents—marksheets, admission proof, income certificates, ID, etc.—for validation.
- Top candidates are usually invited to two rounds of interviews, either in-person or telephonic/video.
- Interviews assess communication skills, motivation, aspirations, and personal background.
- Finalists are chosen based on cumulative performance—academic record, financial circumstances, interview outcomes—at the discretion of the Kotak Education Foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.What is the Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
A merit‑cum‑means CSR initiative by Kotak Education Foundation that awards ₹1.5 lakh/year to underprivileged girl students admitted to professional UG courses.
2. Who is eligible to apply for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Female students with ≥ 75% in Class 12, family income ≤ ₹6 lakh, and secured first-year admission in a NAAC/NIRF‑accredited professional program (e.g., MBBS, B.Tech).
3. What courses are covered under Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Engineering, MBBS, BDS, B.Pharmacy, B.Sc Nursing, Integrated LLB, integrated BS‑MS/BS‑Research, Design, Architecture, etc.
4. Which institutions qualify for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
First-year students at NAAC/NIRF-recognized institutes, including prestigious ones like IISC and ISER.
5. What’s the annual scholarship amount of Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
₹1.5 lakh per year, disbursed annually until course completion.
6. How should funds be used?
For tuition, hostel, internet, travel, books, stationery, laptop—basically academic expenses.
7. What’s the selection process of Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Initial shortlisting on merit & need → document verification → two interview rounds → final scholarship offers.
8. Is Kotak Kanya Scholarship renewable?
Yes—renewed annually if the student maintains regular attendance, no disciplinary actions, and a minimum 6 CGPA or equivalent.
9. Who is not eligible for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Children of Kotak/Kotak Education Foundation/Buddy4Study employees are ineligible.
10. When can I apply for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
For the 2025–26 cycle, applications usually open from early July and close around end-September (e.g., July 9–Oct 31, 2024 for 2024–25).
11. How to apply for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Online via Kotak Education Foundation’s website or Buddy4Study portal: register, fill form, upload docs, accept T&C, and submit.
12. What documents are required for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Class 12 mark sheet, income proof/ITR, fee structure, admission letter, entrance scorecard, Aadhaar, bank passbook, photo, disability and/or parent death certificate (if applicable).
13. How do I know if I’m selected for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Shortlisted candidates are contacted post-interview; final results and fund disbursal notifications are made thereafter.
14. How is the scholarship disbursed?
Credited yearly into the student’s bank account (or guardian’s if the student is minor).
15. What if I fail to maintain criteria?
Failure to meet academic or discipline benchmarks may lead to scholarship discontinuation.
16. Can I apply if I took a break after Class 12?
Yes—candidates with a one-year gap after Class 12 before course admission are eligible.
17. Can I receive other scholarships simultaneously?
Depending on terms, it may be possible; applicants should verify there’s no conflict with other funds received.
18. Can students from any state apply for Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
Yes—all-India scholarship—state domicile isn’t a barrier, only academic and family income criteria apply.
19. How many students are selected?
500 scholars selected in 2024–25, growing from 50 in 2021; currently over 525 scholars supported across India.
20. How to contact support?
Email: kotakscholarship@buddy4study.com Phone: 011‑430‑92248 (Ext. 262), Mon–Fri, 10 AM–6 PM IST.
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