Apply for the SBI Asha Scholarship 2024 by October 1 to receive financial aid ranging from INR 15,000 to INR 20 lakh. Open to 10,000 students from Class 6 to postgraduate level, including IIT and IIM students.
The SBI Foundation has announced the SBI Asha Scholarship Programme 2024, a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide financial support to 10,000 students from underprivileged backgrounds across India. This scholarship, now in its third edition, offers a lifeline to students by granting them access to quality education, with financial aid ranging from INR 15,000 to INR 20 lakh. Interested students must apply by October 1, 2024, through the official website [sbifashascholarship.org](http://sbifashascholarship.org).
Empowering Students Across All Levels of Education
The SBI Asha Scholarship 2024 is structured to support students at various educational levels, from Class 6 to postgraduate studies. The program is inclusive, providing distinct scholarship categories for school students, undergraduates, postgraduates, and students attending premier institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs).
SBI Asha Scholarship for School Students
Eligibility Criteria:
– Open to students studying in Classes 6 to 12 in the current academic year.
– Students must have secured 75% or above in their previous academic year.
– The gross annual family income should not exceed INR 3,00,000.
– Applicants must be Indian nationals.
Benefits:
– Each selected student will receive INR 15,000.
Note: 50% of the scholarship slots are reserved for female applicants, with a preference given to SC/ST students
SBI Asha Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Eligibility Criteria:
– Open to students pursuing undergraduate courses from top universities or colleges in India, as per the NIRF Top 100 rankings.
– Students must have secured 75% or above in their previous academic year.
– The gross annual family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000.
Benefits:
– Selected students can receive up to INR 50,000.
SBI Asha Scholarship for Postgraduate Students
Eligibility Criteria:
– Open to postgraduate students from premier universities/colleges in India, as per the NIRF Top 100 rankings.
– Students must have secured 75% or above in their previous academic year.
– The gross annual family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000.
Benefits:
– Selected students can receive up to INR 70,000.
*Note: Preference is given to students with family incomes below INR 3,00,000, and 50% of slots are reserved for female applicants, with additional preference for SC/ST students.*
SBI Asha Scholarship for IIT Students
Eligibility Criteria:
– Open to students pursuing undergraduate courses at any IIT in India.
– Students must have secured 75% or above in their previous academic year.
– The gross annual family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000.
Benefits:
– Selected students can receive up to INR 2,00,000.
SBI Asha Scholarship for IIM Students
Eligibility Criteria:
– Open to students pursuing MBA/PGDM courses at any IIM in India.
– Students must have secured 75% or above in their previous academic year.
– The gross annual family income should not exceed INR 6,00,000.
Benefits:
– Selected students can receive up to INR 7,50,000.
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must provide the following documents when applying for the SBI Asha Scholarship 2024:
– Previous academic year’s marksheet
– Government-issued ID proof (Aadhaar card)
– Current year fee receipt
– Proof of current admission
– Bank account details
– Proof of income
– Applicant’s photograph
– Caste Certificate (if applicable)
## How to Apply for SBI Asha Scholarship 2024
To apply for the SBI Asha Scholarship 2024, follow these steps:
- Visit [sbifashascholarship.org](http://sbifashascholarship.org) and click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
- Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID. If not registered, create an account using your Email, Mobile number, or Google account.
- Complete the SBIF Asha Scholarship Program 2024 application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Preview the form to ensure all details are correct, and submit the application.
Selection Process
The selection process for the SBI Asha Scholarship 2024 is merit-based, considering both academic performance and financial need. Shortlisted candidates will undergo telephonic interviews, followed by document verification for final selection. Once selected, the scholarship amount will be directly transferred to the students’ bank accounts.
Mission of the SBI Asha Scholarship Programme
Since its inception in 2022, the Asha Scholarship Programme has supported 3,198 students, disbursing over INR 3.91 crore in funds. The SBI Foundation’s mission with this scholarship is to ensure access to quality education for students from underserved communities, thereby contributing to India’s vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
SBI Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty emphasized the bank’s commitment to social progress, stating, “Asha Scholarship embodies SBI’s core value of service beyond banking. Asha Scholars will play an important role in achieving our Nation’s vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.”
For students seeking financial support to pursue their educational dreams, the SBI Asha Scholarship 2024 represents a significant opportunity. Don’t miss the chance to apply before the October 1 deadline.
