The SBI Platinum Jubilee
Asha Scholarship 2025-26, initiated by SBI Foundation, is one of India’s
largest and most impactful education sponsorship programs. Its primary goal is
to eliminate the financial barriers faced by talented students from low-income
families, facilitating uninterrupted access to high-quality education,
especially for those attending India’s premier institutions.
Program Vision and Scope
Designed as a comprehensive
support system, this scholarship welcomes Indian students pursuing
undergraduate courses at institutions featured in the NIRF Top 300 rankings or
accredited “A” and above by NAAC. Students studying in IITs and IIMs, as well
as those even applying for overseas education, are eligible under related
categories of this program. The initiative also fosters gender and social
inclusion by reserving significant slots for female and SC/ST students.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the SBI
Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship (UG category), applicants must:
- Be Indian nationals.
- Be currently pursuing an undergraduate
program (any year) in a top 300 NIRF or NAAC “A” accredited Indian
institution.
- Have secured at least 7 CGPA or 75%
marks in the previous academic year. For SC/ST students, the minimum is
6.3 CGPA or 67.5% marks (10% relaxation).
- Belong to a family with gross annual
income up to ₹6,00,000. Higher
preference is given to applicants from lower-income bands.
Institutions considered
“premier” include those ranked in the latest NIRF university/college list or
those with NAAC “A” accreditation, thereby emphasizing quality and merit at all
levels.
Reservation Policy
The SBI Foundation ensures
equitable representation by:
- Reserving 50% of awards for female
students.
- Reserving 25% for SC and 25% for ST
students.
- Unfilled female or SC/ST slots are
systematically reassigned to eligible candidates from other groups
(unfilled female slots go to males, unfilled SC slots go to ST and vice
versa, remaining go to OBC, then General).
This structure promotes
broad-based access across communities, helping bridge gender and social equity
gaps in higher education.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected undergraduate
students can receive scholarships of up to ₹75,000
(subject to terms and conditions). The financial grant aims to cover essential
academic expenses, thereby encouraging meritorious students to pursue their
ambitions regardless of financial difficulties. For higher categories (e.g.,
IIT/IIM, overseas), benefits may go up to ₹7.5
lakh or even ₹20 lakh as per specific program
stipulations.
Application Process and Deadline
Applications for the 2025-26
cycle must be submitted online through the SBI Foundation portal by 15 November
2025. Students are required to upload supporting documents (mark sheets, proof
of income, caste certificate, identity proof, admission/eligibility letters,
etc.) during the application stage. The online process is transparent, with
clear communication regarding selection and award status.
SBI Foundation’s Commitment
Since its inception, the SBI
Foundation has delivered immense social impact through hundreds of projects
benefiting millions across India. The Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship, as its
flagship education initiative, embodies the bank’s commitment to nurturing
India’s future leaders by making world-class education accessible to the most
deserving.
By supporting ambitious undergraduates at India’s top institutions, the SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship transforms dreams into reality, empowering youth to break free of financial hardship and excel in their chosen fields
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