The Redington Foundation,
through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, has partnered
with the Vidyasaarathi portal to launch the Sahayog Scholarship program. This
program is crafted to support students from economically weaker sections, especially
children of truck drivers and students from select colleges and regions, by
providing financial assistance to pursue undergraduate education without facing
monetary hurdles. The scholarship is designed to promote educational access and
excellence, enabling students to achieve their academic and professional goals.
However, it is important to note that this scholarship is not available to
employees of Redington Ltd. or their children.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants for the Sahayog
Scholarship must meet the following requirements:
- Must have scored at least 60% marks in
Class 12 from a recognized board or institution.
- Should be enrolled in a full-time
undergraduate course in any discipline at an institution recognized by
AICTE, NAAC, UGC, or Government.
- The annual family income must be less
than ₹5,00,000.
- The scholarship is open to students of
all genders.
- Applicants must hold a valid bank
account in their name for receiving the scholarship amount.
- For the children of truck drivers
category, preference is given to students from Gummidipoondi in Tamil Nadu
and Uluberia in West Bengal.
- For the general undergraduate students,
eligibility is restricted to those studying at Sri SRNM College (Satur),
Sanakara Arts & Science College (Kancheepuram), SDNB Vaishnav College
(Chrompet, Chennai), and SCSVMV University (Kancheepuram).
- Renewal applicants should have received
the scholarship previously and belong to locations including Uluberia
(West Bengal), Barpeta (Assam), Vizag (Andhra Pradesh), Tumkur
(Karnataka), Faridabad (Haryana), or Virudhunagar (Tamil Nadu).
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship amount for
eligible undergraduate students is ₹15,000.
This financial support helps cover tuition fees and other educational expenses
to ensure students can continue their studies without financial burden.
Required Documents
Applicants must upload clear
copies of the following documents in .jpeg or .png format:
- Recent passport-sized photograph of the
applicant.
- Proof of identity and address.
- Proof of income such as income
certificate or salary slips.
- Bank passbook or kiosk slip to verify
bank details.
- Mark sheets of Class 10 and Class 12.
- Current year fee receipt or fee
structure.
- Bonafide certificate from the
educational institution.
- Latest college marksheet (except for
first-year students).
- Parent’s driving license (mandatory for
truck driver category).
- Optional: PAN card for identity
verification.
Application Process and Deadline
Applicants can apply online
through the Vidyasaarathi portal by registering, filling out the application
form, and uploading all necessary documents before the deadline of September
30, 2025. The selection process follows a merit-cum-means basis, focusing on
academic performance and financial need, with preferences given based on the
student’s background and location criteria.
Impact and Significance
The Redington Foundation
Sahayog Scholarship represents a vital lifeline for underprivileged students,
particularly children of truck drivers who often face multiple socio-economic
challenges. By providing monetary support, the program encourages these students
to pursue higher education, harness their potential, and build a brighter
future.
The initiative extends
beyond just financial assistance; it affirms the foundation’s commitment to
educational equity and social upliftment. The scholarship program ensures that
talented students are not held back by financial constraints and can progress
academically to contribute meaningfully to society.
Students meeting the eligibility criteria, especially those from the specified colleges and regions, should seize this opportunity to apply and secure support for their educational aspirations.
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