Azim Premji Scholarship 2025: Complete Guide for Students

The Azim Premji Scholarship 2025 has been announced, offering financial assistance of ₹30,000 per year to deserving girl students. This initiative aims to support those pursuing higher education by covering essential academic expenses, ensuring equal opportunities, and empowering young women from underrepresented regions.

If you are applying for undergraduate or diploma courses in 2025, here’s a detailed guide to help you understand eligibility, required documents, deadlines, and the application process.

About the Scholarship

• Scholarship Amount: ₹30,000 annually

• Target Group: Girls who passed both Class 10 and Class 12 from government schools or colleges

• Applicable Courses: First-year undergraduate or diploma programs with a duration of 2–5 years

• Continuation: Financial aid will be available for the full course duration if the student continues without interruption

Eligible States and Regions

The scholarship is applicable only for students who have completed their schooling in the following states and union territories:

• Arunachal Pradesh

• Assam

• Bihar

• Chhattisgarh

• Jharkhand

• Karnataka

• Madhya Pradesh

• Manipur

• Meghalaya

• Mizoram

• Nagaland

• Odisha

• Puducherry

• Rajasthan

• Sikkim

• Telangana

• Tripura

• Uttar Pradesh

• Uttarakhand

Important Dates

Required Documents

Applicants must upload digital copies of the following documents in clear format:

• Recent passport-size photograph (2×2 inch, colour)

• Signature on plain white paper (scanned copy)

• Aadhaar card (front side, showing details clearly)

• Bank account proof (first page of passbook or recent bank statement showing account holder’s name, number, IFSC, branch)

• Class 10 marksheet

• Class 12 marksheet

• Admission proof (bonafide certificate or tuition fee receipt mentioning student’s name, course, year of study, start date, and college details)

Who is Not Eligible?

• Students not enrolled in first-year undergraduate or diploma courses in 2025-26

• Students from private schools in Classes 10 and 12 (only government school/college students are eligible)

• Applicants already availing other major scholarships

Application Process

1. Visit the official scholarship portal.

2. Register as a new applicant or log in if already registered.

3. Fill in details including personal, academic, and bank information.

4. Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.

5. Verify all information carefully before submitting.

6. Submit the application form before the deadline and keep a copy for reference.

Scholarship Benefits and Renewal

• Amount: ₹30,000 per year, generally disbursed in two instalments of ₹15,000 each

• Duration: Covers the entire course period (2–5 years) as long as the student remains enrolled and meets academic progress requirements

• Renewal: Students must maintain continuous education and comply with scholarship terms to receive the next instalments

Quick Facts & FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply?
A1: 30 September 2025 for Round 1.

Q2: Who can apply?
A2: Girls from government schools who have passed Class 10 and 12, and are admitted to first-year undergraduate or diploma courses.

Q3: How much financial aid is provided?
A3: ₹30,000 per year, disbursed in two instalments.

Q4: Can students from private schools apply?
A4: No, only government school students are eligible.

Q5: Can the scholarship be continued every year?
A5: Yes, as long as the student maintains enrollment and fulfills requirements.

Final Thoughts

The Azim Premji Scholarship 2025 is an excellent initiative that focuses on bridging educational gaps and empowering young women to pursue higher education without financial stress. Covering over 19 states and union territories, this scholarship ensures that deserving candidates from diverse regions can access support to continue their studies.

If you qualify, prepare your documents well in advance and apply before the deadline. This could be your stepping stone to academic success and a brighter future.