Mohan T Advani Centennial Scholarship Programme 2025 Applications Open

 

The Mohan T Advani Centennial Scholarship Programme, a flagship initiative of the Blue Star Foundation, is committed to transforming the educational journeys of meritorious and financially underprivileged students pursuing degrees and diplomas in the fields of engineering and architecture. Launched in honor of Mohan T Advani, the visionary founder of Blue Star, this scholarship program aims to foster talent, reduce financial burdens, and uplift students from economically weaker sections across India.

For the 2025–26 academic year, the scholarship invites applications from first and second-year students enrolled in select private or government colleges across the country. The program offers generous financial support — up to Rs 1,00,000 for degree students and up to Rs 40,000 for diploma students — to help cover academic fees and empower students to pursue their dreams without financial constraints. The last date to apply for the scholarship is 15th July 2025.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR DEGREE STUDENTS IN ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

This segment of the program is open to first and second-year students pursuing undergraduate degrees in architecture or engineering disciplines such as Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, IT, Computer Science, and other related STEM fields. Notably, students of Civil Engineering are excluded from eligibility.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Applicants must have a strong academic record:
• First-year students: Minimum 80% in Class 10 and Class 12.
• Second-year students: Minimum 80% in Class 12 and 75% in 1st year.
• Family income should be less than INR 6 lakh annually. For colleges in the West Zone, this can be extended to INR 10 lakh if deemed necessary.
• Students must be enrolled in one of the 40–50 colleges approved by the Blue Star Foundation.
• The program aims for 50% female representation, strongly encouraging applications from girls.
• Children of employees from Buddy4Study, Blue Star, or Blue Star Foundation are not eligible.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

• Maximum support of INR 1,00,000 or 75% of annual academic fees, whichever is less.
• Covers academic expenses such as tuition, admission, and examination fees.
• Funds are directly transferred to the educational institutions.
• Priority (90%) is given to students in Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics Engineering; 10% allocated to other eligible branches.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Proof of admission (e.g., admission letter, college ID).
• College fee receipts or demand drafts.
• Academic mark sheets of the past two years.
• Income proof (ITR, salary slip, BPL card, etc.).
• Address/identity proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.).
• Passport-size photograph.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR DIPLOMA STUDENTS IN ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

To further its inclusivity, the programme also extends support to diploma students in their first or second year, specializing in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, and Production Engineering. Civil Engineering remains excluded from the scope of this scholarship.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• A consistent academic record is essential:
• First-year diploma students: Minimum 70% in Class 10 or Class 12.
• Second-year diploma students: Minimum 75% in the first year (7.5 CGPA).
• Family income cap and institutional eligibility are identical to the degree category.
• Strong focus on gender inclusivity, targeting 50% female beneficiaries.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

• A maximum of INR 40,000 or 90% of annual fees, whichever is lower.
• Covers tuition, admission, and examination fees.
• Excludes expenses such as accommodation, books, gadgets, etc.
• Funds are paid directly to the institutions to ensure transparency and purpose-specific usage.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Proof of admission and enrollment in eligible diploma programs.
• Academic mark sheets from previous classes/semesters.
• Receipts or documentation of fee payment.
• Valid income certificate or equivalent proof of family income.
• Identity/address proof and a passport-size photograph.

IMPACT AND VISION

The Mohan T Advani Centennial Scholarship Programme embodies the vision of creating equitable access to quality education for underprivileged students. By focusing on academic merit, financial need, and gender equity, this initiative seeks to build a future-ready generation of engineers and architects equipped to contribute meaningfully to India’s development.

Through its transparent and need-based approach, the scholarship aims not just to fund education, but to unlock potential — giving students the confidence and tools to dream bigger, reach higher, and lead future innovations.

With the application deadline set for 15th July 2025, aspiring students are encouraged to prepare their documents and apply on time to seize this opportunity and take a definitive step toward a brighter academic and professional future.

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