Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships
Merit-cum-means scholarship of up to INR 2,00,000 for resident Indian first-year undergraduate students, awarded to 5,000 students annually by the Reliance Foundation.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
India
Funding
Up to INR 2,00,000 total scholarship (paid in installments over the degree programme duration). Merit-cum-means basis — exact amount depends on academic performance and financial need.
Eligible applicants
Resident Indian citizens; first year of full-time undergraduate degree; Class 12 score ≥60%; household income ≤INR 15,00,000; mandatory aptitude test
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Overview
Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships is offered by Reliance Foundation for Undergraduate study in India. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Academic requirementClass 12 minimum 60%
- Online application formRequired
- Class 12 mark sheet (60% minimum)Required
- Income certificate (household income ≤INR 15 lakh)Required
- Enrollment proof (first-year undergraduate degree)Required
What this scholarship covers
Up to INR 2,00,000 total scholarship
May be included
Up to INR 2,00,000 total scholarship (paid in installments over the degree programme duration). Merit-cum-means basis — exact amount depends on academic performance and financial need. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
No
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
Foundation scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Must be an Indian citizen resident in India
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of Resident Indian citizens only.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Class 12 minimum score of 60%; enrolled in first year of a regular full-time undergraduate degree in any stream
Experience and personal requirements
- Financial needRequired
- Annual household income not exceeding INR 15,00,000; preference for ≤INR 2,50,000
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- India
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Resident Indian citizens; first year of full-time undergraduate degree; Class 12 score ≥60%; household income ≤INR 15,00,000; mandatory aptitude test. Reliance Foundation also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Resident Indian citizens; first year of full-time undergraduate degree; Class 12 score ≥60%; household income ≤INR 15,00,000; mandatory aptitude test
Study route
- Undergraduate study in India
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Resident Indian citizens; first year of full-time undergraduate degree; Class 12 score ≥60%; household income ≤INR 15,00,000; mandatory aptitude test. Reliance Foundation also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Check scholarships.reliancefoundation.org for the next application cycle (expected ~September 2027)
- 2
Register and complete the online application form
- 3
Take the mandatory aptitude test as part of the application process
Application timeline
Application cycle
2026/27 closed October 5, 2026. 2027/28 expected ~September 2027. Apply at scholarships.reliancefoundation.org.
The listed deadline is October 5, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Reliance Foundation
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is October 5, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.