The LIC Golden Jubilee
Scholarship 2025-26 is a major educational opportunity offered by the Life
Insurance Corporation of India, designed to uplift students from economically
weaker sections and support their aspirations for higher studies. This scholarship
not only relieves the financial burden on deserving students but also
recognizes and rewards academic merit. The selected candidates receive up to ₹40,000
per annum based on their chosen course, making it one of the most impactful
financial aids for higher education in India.
Scholarship Overview and Objectives
The scheme aims to award
scholarships to meritorious students from families with limited annual income,
ensuring better opportunities for higher education and employment. The
scholarship is open to students studying in India, whether in government or private
colleges, and covers a wide range of courses: graduation, vocational/diploma,
integrated courses, and even technical training at Industrial Training
Institutes (ITI).
Eligibility Criteria
General Scholarship
- Applicants must have passed Class 10 or
12 (or equivalent) in the academic year 2022-25 with a minimum of 60%
marks.
- Must be pursuing higher education in the
first year (academic year 2025-26) in courses such as graduation,
vocational/diploma, integrated courses, or ITI.
- The family’s total annual income must
not exceed ₹4,50,000 from all
sources.
- Preference is given to applicants from
the lowest income bands.
Special Scholarship for Girl
Child
- Girl applicants must have passed Class
10 (or equivalent) in the academic year 2022-25 with at least 60% marks.
- Must be pursuing higher studies in
intermediate/10+2 pattern, vocational/diploma, or ITI courses for two
years.
- The family income must not exceed ₹4,50,000
per annum.
- For families where a woman is the sole
provider (widow, single mother, or unmarried woman), the income limit is
relaxed to ₹4,00,000.
Scholarship Amounts
- M.B.B.S., B.A.M.S., B.H.M.S., B.D.S.: ₹40,000
per annum
- B.E., B.Tech., B.Arch.: ₹30,000
per annum
- Graduation, Integrated, Vocational, and
Diploma Courses: ₹20,000 per annum
- Special Scholarship for Girl Child
(Class 12, Vocational, Diploma Courses): ₹15,000
per annum
All amounts are paid in
equal installments throughout the course duration, subject to renewal mandates
and satisfactory academic performance.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Bank account details
- Marksheet/certificates of the last
examination passed
Selection Criteria and Process
Selection is strictly
merit-based, considering both academic performance and economic background,
with additional emphasis on gender and eligibility parameters. For the Special
Scholarship for Girl Child, ten female students will be selected. The final merit
list and beneficiary selection will be determined by LIC divisional offices.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply
online for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship is 22 September 2025. Eligible
applicants should complete the application process promptly to secure their
chance of receiving this valuable support.
Through the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship, LIC is empowering a new generation of talented youth—including girl children from challenging circumstances—to pursue their academic dreams and build a foundation for future success. This initiative is a beacon of hope for thousands and proves that educational support, when truly inclusive, can change lives and contribute to the nation’s progress
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