HOPE Engineering Scholarship by Schaeffler India 2025 Applications Open

 

Schaeffler India has launched the HOPE Engineering Scholarship 2025, a thoughtful initiative aimed at supporting female engineering students from economically weaker backgrounds, including those with disabilities (PwD). This program is designed to remove financial barriers and help talented young women pursue engineering education confidently and independently.

The scholarship provides financial assistance of INR 50,000 to deserving first-year female engineering students from across India, enabling them to manage academic expenses and focus on their studies. In addition to the monetary support, selected scholars will have the unique opportunity to be mentored by 35 Schaeffler India professionals over a six-month period, offering them guidance, industry insights, and career-building advice.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Open to female students across India who are enrolled in the first year of an engineering program at any state or UGC-recognised college.
• Preference is given to students with disabilities (PwD) and those from economically disadvantaged families.
• Applicants must have secured at least 60% marks in Class 12 (Science stream) during the academic year 2024–25. However, for PwD candidates, a minimum of 40% marks is acceptable.
• The annual family income of the applicant must not exceed INR 5,00,000.
• Preference will be given to students pursuing the following engineering disciplines:
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Information Technology
• Electrical and Electronics
• Electronics and Communication
• Mechanical
• Production
• Instrumentation
• Mechatronics
• Automobile
• Children of Schaeffler India or Buddy4Study employees are not eligible to apply.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Passport-size photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Family income proof
• Bank passbook
• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
• Admission letter for the engineering program
• Latest fee receipt from the institution

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The HOPE Engineering Scholarship 2025 is more than just a financial aid program—it is a platform to nurture future women leaders in engineering. Through a combination of monetary assistance and mentorship, Schaeffler India is making a meaningful contribution towards promoting gender equity in technical education and empowering the next generation of innovators. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the 12 July 2025 deadline.

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