Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025 is a CSR initiative by Kotak Mahindra Group companies in collaboration with the Kotak Education Foundation. The program is designed to support education and livelihood for economically weaker sections of society. It provides financial aid to meritorious girl students from low-income families, enabling them to pursue higher education in professional fields after completing Class 12.
Under this scholarship, eligible girl students who have cleared Class 12 and aim to study professional graduation courses such as Engineering, MBBS, Integrated LLB (5 years), Integrated BS-MS/BS-Research at IISER or IISc Bangalore, as well as other reputed programs in Design, Architecture, and more from NAAC/NIRF-accredited institutes, will receive financial support. The scholarship offers up to INR 1.5 lakh per year to cover educational expenses until the completion of graduation.
Kotak Kanya Scholarship
Eligibility and Deadline
The Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26 is open until 31st August 2025. It is available for meritorious girl students across India who meet the following criteria:
- Must have scored 75% or above in Class 12 board exams (or equivalent CGPA).
- Annual family income should be less than INR 6,00,000.
- Should have secured admission in the first year of graduation (2025-26) in professional courses such as Engineering, MBBS, Integrated LLB (5 years), Integrated BS-MS/BS-Research at IISER/IISc Bangalore, Design, Architecture, and other NIRF/NAAC-accredited programs.
- Children of employees of Kotak Mahindra Group, Kotak Education Foundation.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a scholarship amount of INR 1.5 lakh per year until the completion of their professional graduation course. The scholarship covers essential educational expenses such as:
- Tuition and hostel fees
- Internet and transportation costs
- Laptops, books, and stationery
Note: Selection and scholarship amount will be at the discretion of Kotak Education Foundation, subject to terms and conditions.
Required Documents
Applicants need to upload the following documents while applying:
- Class 12 marksheet
- Parents’/guardians’ income proof and ITR for FY 2024-25 (if available)
- Fee structure for the academic year 2025-26
- Bonafide student certificate/college letter
- College seat allotment document and entrance exam scorecard
- Aadhaar card and bank passbook
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Death certificate of parent (for single-parent/orphan candidates)
- Photographs of the house
Application Process
To apply for the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26:
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.
- Login with a registered ID, or register using email/mobile/Gmail.
- You will be redirected to the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26 application form.
- Click on ‘Start Application’ and fill in the required details.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Accept the Terms and Conditions and click on ‘Preview’.
- After verifying all details, click ‘Submit’ to complete the application.
FAQs
Who can apply for Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26?
Meritorious girl students across India who scored 75% or above in Class 12 and belong to families with an income under INR 6 lakh can apply.
What courses are covered under this scholarship?
The scholarship supports professional courses like Engineering, MBBS, Integrated LLB, BS-MS/Research at IISER/IISc, Design, Architecture, and other accredited programs.
How much financial assistance will be provided?
Selected candidates will receive INR 1.5 lakh per year to cover tuition, hostel, internet, transportation, books, laptops, and other educational expenses.
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants need Class 12 marksheet, income proof, college admission documents, Aadhaar card, bank details, photograph, and other supporting certificates if applicable.
How can students apply for Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26?
Applications can be submitted online by filling the form, uploading documents, accepting terms, and submitting after preview.
Conclusion
The Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2025-26 is a powerful initiative to support the higher education dreams of meritorious girl students from low-income families. By offering up to INR 1.5 lakh annually, it ensures financial constraints do not limit academic growth. Covering tuition, hostel, and other learning needs, this scholarship empowers young women to pursue professional degrees with confidence and build a successful future in their chosen careers.