Open Call for Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships

The Reliance Foundation is now accepting applications for its Postgraduate Scholarships to nurture world-class talent that will help power India's new era of growth.

Overview

Reliance Foundation will identify and support 100 of India's brightest postgraduate students pursuing select future-ready courses from Engineering and Life-Sciences with a generous grant award and a strong development programme, nurturing future leaders who can think big, think green, think digital for the benefit of society.

First-year postgraduate students from institutes across India pursuing degree programmes in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Sciences, Mathematics and Computing, Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Renewable and New Energy, Material Science & Engineering and Life Sciences are eligible to apply.

Scholarships Features

Nurturing India's future leaders who can think big, think green, think digital for the benefit of society.
The Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships will identify and select the best and brightest students in India through a rigorous and competitive selection process.
Applicants from all socio-economic backgrounds are welcome and scholarships will be granted on the basis of merit.
Up to 100 postgraduate scholars will be selected.
80% of the funds will be granted at the start of each academic year for tuition and direct academic expenses, with the remaining 20% available for professional development.
Scholars will also benefit from engagement activities, including talks, mentoring, internships, volunteering opportunities, and a strong alumni network.

Funding Information

The total amount of scholarship available over the duration of the degree programme will be up to Rs/INR 6 Lakhs.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, students must meet the following criteria:

First-year postgraduate students enrolled full-time in eligible degree programmes: Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics & Computing, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable & New Energy, Material Science & Engineering, and Life Sciences.
Be a resident Indian citizen.
Postgraduate students with a GATE score of 550-1,000 or a CGPA of 7.5 or above in undergraduate studies.

Ineligibility Criteria

The following students are not eligible:

Second-year postgraduate students.
Students pursuing degrees through online, remote, distance, hybrid, or part-time modes.
Students with a GATE score below 550 but a CGPA of 7.5 or higher.
Students pursuing only Mathematics under Mathematics & Computing.
Students who do not answer the mandatory aptitude test or are found cheating.