Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships
Half of India’s population, or over 600 million Indians, are under the age of 25. Reliance Foundation is committed to strengthening young people’s access to higher education in India. Every year the Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships supports 5,000 meritorious students based on a merit-cum-means criteria for their undergraduate college education, empowering them to continue their studies without financial burden. The Scholarships aim to enable students to become successful professionals and realise their dreams, unlocking their potential to lift themselves and their communities up and contribute towards India’s future socio-economic development.
Students with a household income of under Rs. 15 lakh who are enrolled in first year (academic year 2025-26) of their undergraduate studies pursuing any subject stream can apply. The programme will also aim to encourage applications by girls and specially-abled students.
Selected scholars will receive a scholarship of up to 2 lakhs over the duration of their degree programme. In addition to the scholarship grant, the Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships will provide scholars an opportunity to be part of a vibrant alumni network and an enabling support system that will create a long-term impact on their lives and career trajectories.
Scholarships for UG for all streams.
Scholarship Features
Support meritorious students from all corners of the country with an undergraduate college education
For first year students studying any stream of their choice
Awarded on a merit-cum-means basis to meritorious students
Up to 5,000 undergraduate scholars will be selected
The total amount of scholarship available over the duration of the degree programme, will be up to Rs/INR 2 Lakhs
Scholarship will go beyond financial support, with students automatically gaining networking opportunities through a strong alumni network.
Application and Selection Process
Applications for the 2025-26 scholarships are open till October 4, 2025.
Please read our Frequently Asked Questions if you have any questions.
For any additional questions, please text “hi” on WhatsApp to 7977 100 100 , call our helpline on (011) 4117 1414 or email us at RF.UGScholarships@reliancefoundation.org