5 Prestigious Scholarship Programs for School Students

Scholarships are always a confidence booster for the student and also the parents. Prestigious scholarships not only offer monetary benefits but also social recognition. It also adds a great value to the CV when applying for colleges and even for jobs. As these scholarships are recognized globally it can open doors to international colleges too. Therefore it’s important for the parents and students to be aware of these scholarships and make them apply for it.

Here is an exhaustive list of scholarships and awards for school students in India.

Here are Top 5 Scholarships For School Students –

1. Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE)

About the scholarship: SHE provides a scholarship of Rs. 80,000/ year per candidate for a maximum period of five years starting 1st year course in B.Sc., B.Sc. (Hons) or integrated course. It is the most sought after scholarship of students undertaking Natural and Basic Sciences.
Conducting body: Department of Science and Technology, Government of India
Eligibility: The candidate applying for the scholarship could be any of the following

Students who happen to be among the top 1% in 12th standard at their respective Board Examinations and are pursuing courses in Natural and Basic sciences at the B.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. levels.
Students admitted to Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Department of Atomic Energy Centre for Basic Sciences (DAE-CBS) at the University of Mumbai or happen to be Kishore VaigyanikProtsahanYojana (KVPY), National Talent Search Examination (NTSE), Jagadish Bose National Science Talent Search (JBNSTS) scholars and Science Olympiad Medalists, opting to undertake courses in the Natural & Basic sciences leading to B.Sc. and M.Sc.
How to prepare: There is no separate exam. The Scholarship is given on the bases of the Board marks or the AIEEE/IITJEE exam
How to apply: Application Formalities can be completed on the website
Websites: Scholarship for higher education (SHE)

2. Foundation For Academic Excellence and Access (FAEA):

About the scholarship: FAEA provides scholarships for students belonging to socially and economically disadvantaged sections of the society. It enables students to study in the institutions, which provide academic excellence and economic opportunity. Students are selected on the basis of their academic excellence and social and economic background. Scholarship Program will provide support to the students selected for up to three years in the first instance. This can be extended for another two years for postgraduate study
Conducting body: Foundation for Academic Excellence and Access
Eligibility: Applicants should be an Indian and a permanent resident of India and should have passed Class XII examination from a recognized Indian Board. The final selection will, however, be subject to the student securing certain minimum scores in Class XII examinations and interview results
How to apply: Application can be made online at faeindia.org
Important dates: Application generally closes by mid August
Website: FAEA India Scholarship

3. Amul Vidya Shree and Vidya Bhushan Awards

About the scholarship: Amul Vidya Shree Award is India’s first award of recognition to the meritorious rankers of Class 10 in the State Board/ Central Board/ ICSE Examinations, while Amul Vidya Bhushan Award is for meritorious students of class XII. The winner would be featured in India’s leading newspaper and would get national recognition in addition to receiving a memento, a certificate of excellence and a gift hamper of books
Conducting body: Amul
How to apply: The application form is to be submitted by the school Principal
Eligibility: Students who have just passed their 10th boards or 12th board exams
Important dates: Registrations close early July
Website: Amul scholarship for meritorious students

4. CSIR Innovation Award for School Children

About the scholarship: CSIR Award is an award initiated to create awareness, interest and motivation for intellectual property amongst children. The award consists of 30 prizes, the first prize being 1 lakh rupees.
Conducting body: Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
How to apply: Applicant must provide the details of the innovation along with the abstract and sent through the Principal / Head of the School along with personal details
Eligibility: Any Indian student enrolled in an Indian school below the age of 18 years as on 31st July is eligible
Important dates: Deadline for submission of applications is October end every year
Website: CSIR Innovation scholarship for school students

5. Scheme for Early Attraction of Talent (SEATS):

About the scholarship: SEATS is conducted by Depart of Science and Technology every year under the umbrella program of INSPIRE (Innovation in Science & Pursuit for Inspired Research). The program encourages students to make a science project and demonstrate it. Each student gets an amount of Rs 5,000 for making a Project and transportation cost for displaying the exhibits/ project in the exhibition. The certificate is highly recognized and prized.
Conducting body: Department of Science and Technology, Government of India
Eligibility: Open to students of class 6 to 10.
How to apply: The school will have to nominate name of the participating student. Usually Principal or Head master at the school have to propose the name.
How to prepare: The student will have to make an independent project to present at the science exhibitions.
Other features: Winter and summer camps organised for top 1% performers in Class X Board exams
Website: SEATS Scholarship for school students

How to win – Scholarship exams are designed to test the aptitude and basic skills rather than subject matter expertise. Scholarship test for students of primary schools might include good application level knowledge of addition, multiplication, division and basic science