SBIF Asha Scholarship Program for Overseas Education 2024-25 [SC/ST, Stipend Upto Rs. 20 Lakhs] Apply Now

The SBIF Asha Scholarship Program for Overseas Education 2024-25 is an exceptional initiative by the SBI Foundation, aimed at providing financial assistance to meritorious students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) who aspire to pursue higher education abroad. This program is designed to support students in overcoming financial barriers, ensuring they can access quality education at premier universities worldwide. With a scholarship amount of up to INR 20 lakhs, this program represents a significant opportunity for eligible candidates.

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About The Program

The SBIF Asha Scholarship Program for Overseas Education 2024-25, one of India’s largest scholarship programs, is an initiative of the SBI Foundation under its education vertical – Integrated Learning Mission (ILM). This program aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families across India, ensuring the continuity of their education. This scholarship is open to SC/ST students pursuing a master’s or postgraduate course (any year) at a premier university/college outside India.

Selected students can receive a scholarship of up to INR 20 lakh for a year to support their educational endeavours. 

About SBI Foundation

SBI Foundation is the CSR arm of the State Bank of India. Upholding its tradition of service beyond banking, the Foundation operates in over 28 States and Union Territories of India, focusing on Rural Development, Healthcare, Education, Livelihood & Entrepreneurship, Youth Empowerment, Promotion of Sports, and more. The Foundation is dedicated to contributing to the socio-economic development and betterment of underprivileged sections of society, reflecting the ethos of the SBI group by running ethical interventions that promote growth, equality, and a positive societal impact

Eligibility

• Applicants must be Indian nationals.
• Applicants must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories.
• Applicants must be pursuing a master’s or above course (any year) at a premier university/college outside India
• Students must have secured 75% marks or above in their previous academic year.
• Students with a gross annual family income of up to INR 6,00,000 are eligible to apply.

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Note: 

• Premier universities/colleges outside of India will include those listed at the top in reputed world rankings such as the QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education World University Rankings
• Preference will be given to students with a family income of up to INR 3,00,000 per annum.
• 100% of the slots for overseas education will be reserved for SC/ST scholars.

Benefits

Up to INR 20,00,000 or 50% of course-related expenses 

Documents

• Passport Size Photograph
• Aadhaar Card (Both Sides)
• Passport
• 10th Marksheet
• 12th Marksheet
• Graduation Final Marksheet
• Graduation Degree
• Masters Degree (If Applicable)
• Offer/Acceptance Letter from the Institute
• IELTS/TOEFL/Any Other English Proficiency Test Score Card
• Latest Institute fee receipt (Academic Session 2024-25)
• Fee Structure
• Family Income Proof
• Bank passbook
• Country VISA for Study (If Applicable)
• Caste Certificate
• Disability Certificate
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• GRE/GMAT Certificate (If Applicable)
• Education Loan Sanction Letter/Other Scholarship Acceptance Letter (If Applicable)
• Death Certificate/Divorce Decree/Any Affidavit
• Orphan Certificate/Letter from Orphanage

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Application Process

• 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/Google account.
• You will now be redirected to the ‘SBIF Asha Scholarship Program for Overseas Education 2024-25’ application form page.
• Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process, fill in the required details in the online application form, and 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 the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process

Deadline

The application deadline is March 31, 2025.

How to Apply?

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Conclusion

The SBIF Asha Scholarship Program for Overseas Education 2024-25 is a transformative opportunity for SC/ST students aspiring to further their education abroad. With generous financial support of up to INR 20 lakhs, this initiative aims to empower deserving candidates and promote educational equity in India.