Top Scholarship for 11th and 12th Students A scholarship is a financial award granted to individuals to support their education, typically based on criteria such as academic achievement, financial need, or specific talents and interests. Scholarships do not require repayment, distinguishing them from student loans.
List of Scholarship for 11th and 12th
E-Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship: The E-Kalyan Jharkhand Scholarship for 11th and 12th students is a financial assistance program initiated by the Government of Jharkhand to support students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) in pursuing their education. This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers for eligible students, enabling them to continue their studies without undue hardship.
Amount: Upto Rs 1 lakh
Deadline:30 May 2025
Vidyadhan Intermediate Scholarship Program 2025:The Vidyadhan Intermediate Scholarship for 11th and 12th students is an initiative by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation aimed at supporting meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue higher secondary education (Classes 11 and 12).The selected applicants will recieve Rs 10,000 per annum. The selected candidates will be eligible for two year scholarship from the foundation. The selected students will be required to attend mentoring from the Foundation.
Amount: Rs 10,000 per annum
Deadline:30 June 2025
Savitribai Phule Kishori Samriddhi Yojana: It was started by “Women, Child Development and Social Security Department, Government of Jharkhand”. This scheme was inaugurated by the then Chief Minister Shri Hemant Soren. The objective of Kishori Samriddhi Yojana Scholarship for 11th and 12th is to establish Savitribai in the entire Jharkhand state to remove the negative thinking on the birth of daughters in the society, social evils like female feticide, child marriage, reduction in the sex ratio of girls and weak status of girl’s education.
Amount: Rs 5,000 per annum
Deadline: Always open
Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship 2025 :A compassionate initiative by Kotak Education Foundation (KEF), providing financial support to Indian students (ages 6–22, Classes 1 through graduation) who have lost a parent or the primary earning family member to COVID-19, enabling them to continue their education without disruption.
Amount: Amount varies per case
Deadline: Applications will open soon
Kotak Junior Scholarship: The Kotak Junior Scholarship for 11th and 12th students is a CSR initiative by Kotak Education Foundation (KEF), the CSR arm of Kotak Mahindra Group. It offers meritorious yet financially challenged students support to continue their education after Class 10 within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
Amount: ₹73,500
Deadline:30 June 2025
Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship 2025: The Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship for 11th and 12th students is a merit cum means scholarship program initiated by the Sitaram Jindal Foundation. Its primary goal is to provide financial aid to deserving and meritorious students from underprivileged families. It provides financial assistance to students from Class 11 up to postgraduate levels, including professional courses like engineering and medicine.
Amount: ₹3,200/month
Deadline:31st December 2025
Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship: The Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship for 11th and 12th students aims to empower and support students from economically weaker backgrounds in pursuing higher education. The Tata Pankh Capital Scholarship aims to empower meritorious students belonging to economically weaker social sections. This Tata Pankh Capital scholarship is offered by Tata Capital Limited, a financial services company of Tata Group, as part of its CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiative.
Amount: Rs 10,000
Deadline: Applications will open soon
LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship: The LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship for 11th and 12th students , launched by the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation, supports meritorious students from economically weaker families pursuing higher education. It offers two streams: a General Scholarship for Class XII graduates and above, and a Special Girl Child Scholarship for girls after Class X. For the General category: ₹40,000/year for medical students, ₹30,000 for engineering, and ₹20,000 for other undergraduate, diploma, or vocational courses. The Special Girl Child scholars receive ₹15,000 per year for two years toward intermediate or diploma education.
Amount: Rs 15,000
Deadline: Applications will open soon
Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship: The Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship for 11th and 12th is a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by the Aditya Birla Capital Foundation, aimed at supporting students from economically weaker sections in India to continue their education. Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship is available for Indian students who are currently studying from classes 1st to graduation level courses across India.
Amount: Rs 12,000
Deadline: Applications will open soon
HDFC Bank Parivartan ECS Scholarship 2025[Upto Rs 75,000]: HDFC Bank Parivartan ECS Scholarship for 11th and 12th is an initiative of HDFC Bank that aims to support meritorious and needy students belonging to underprivileged sections of society. The scholarship is meant for school students from Class 1 to 12 and those pursuing diploma, ITI, polytechnic, UG and PG (general and professional) program. The HDFC Bank Parivartan Educational Crisis Scholarship Support (ECSS) Program offers financial assistance to engineering students facing personal or family crises that threaten their ability to continue education.
Amount: Rs 75,000
Deadline: Applications will open soon
Colgate Scholarship 2025:A merit‑cum‑means CSR initiative by Colgate‑Palmolive (India) Ltd, administered via Buddy4Study.Colgate Scholarship for 11th and 12th students aims to support deserving students across various categories—Class 11, UG, professional courses, sportspeople, community helpers, and dental students—offering financial assistance and mentorship/career guidance.
Amount: Rs 20,000/year
Deadline: Applications will open soon
Frequently Asked Questions
1.What scholarships are available for Class 11 & 12 students?
- Government schemes (Post‑Matric Minorities, Disability, Beedi‑worker, Maulana Azad)
- CSR/private scholarships (Colgate, Kishore Vaigyanik/DST, INSPIRE, Sitaram Jindal, Dr. Kalam)
- Competitions/innovation programs (Samsung Solve, Toppr Asha)
2. Who is eligible for scholarship for 11th and 12th?
Primarily students in Class 11–12 with minimum academic criteria (usually 50–75 %), plus specific income, community (minorities/SC/ST), disability or field criteria.
3. When are most scholarship deadlines?
Generally between June–October, though some like KVPY/INSPIRE have December deadlines, and specialized ones like Sitaram Jindal close in December.
4. Can students from any income background apply?
Yes, but many scholarships are merit-cum-means, prioritizing financial need, though some are purely merit-based.
5. Can I apply to multiple scholarships simultaneously?
Absolutely, if eligible. Just check for non-overlap clauses, like in CBSE central-sector scholarships.
6. What documents are required to apply for scholarship for 11th and 12th students?
Typically: mark sheets, age/ID proof, income certificate, admission proof (if needed), caste/disability/sports certificates, and bank details.
7. Are scholarships available specifically for girls?
Yes—like CBSE Single Girl Child, Maulana Azad (girls), UDAAN (supporting girls), Toppr Asha, etc.
8. Do they require specific academic streams?
Some (e.g., KVPY, INSPIRE) are science-focused; others (minority, CSR programs) are open to all streams.
9. What about students with disabilities?
Yes—there are Post-Matric scholarships for students with ≥40 % disability, offering maintenance, book, and more allowances.
10. Is there an exam/interview?
Competitions like KVPY/INSPIRE have exams; CSR scholarships (Colgate, Sitaram Jindal) may involve online tests and interviews.
11. What is the scholarship amount?
Ranges widely—from ₹500/month (CBSE single girl) to ₹80,000/year (INSPIRE), ₹75,000/year for Colgate and sports/community categories, up to ₹50 lakh for innovation challenges like Samsung Solve.
12. Are scholarships renewable?
Many are renewable annually with continued performance; some like INSPIRE and CBSE central-sector have multi-year renewals.
13. What happens if family income changes?
Some schemes require notification of changes; benefits may be adjusted or discontinued. Always check specific terms.
14. Will scholarship affect eligibility for student loans?
Generally no. You can still apply for loans; if scholarship covers everything, a loan might not be needed.
15. When are funds disbursed?
Timelines vary: some scholarships disburse within a few months after approval; others may take longer. Track your application status online.
16. What if my application is rejected?
Usually, you must wait until the next year—reapplication in the same cycle is uncommon.
17. Can I apply before I get admission?
Yes—several scholarships allow you to apply once you have prospective admission proof or conditional acceptance.
18. What if I change institution after winning?
You should inform the provider—some allow course/institute swaps, others may void the award.
19. Do scholarships cover full costs or only fees?
It depends—some fund only tuition, others include books, living expenses, accommodation, and travel. Always verify what’s covered.
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