Last Updated: May 2026
The Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship is a merit-cum-means financial assistance programme for students pursuing higher secondary, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, engineering, medical, and vocational education in India. Established in 1969, the scheme supports applicants from economically weaker backgrounds across different academic streams and professional courses.
The programme is administered by the Sitaram Jindal Foundation and functions on a pan-India basis without state-wise quota restrictions. Financial assistance is transferred directly to eligible beneficiaries after document verification and approval. The scholarship also includes additional support for hostel residents and certain special categories.
With tuition fees and accommodation costs continuing to increase in many technical and professional institutions, scholarship-based financial assistance remains important for students from lower-income families. The scheme forms part of a broader educational support ecosystem that helps improve access to higher education and vocational training opportunities across India.
The details below are based on publicly available scholarship instructions, institutional notices, application forms, and foundation-related guidance reviewed during the 2026 academic session. Applicants should verify the latest updates through official sources before submitting applications.
Scholarship Overview
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Particulars |
Details |
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Scholarship Name |
Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship |
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Conducting Authority |
Sitaram Jindal Foundation |
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Scholarship Type |
Merit-cum-means |
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Coverage |
Pan-India |
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Eligible Courses |
Class 11 to PG & Professional Courses |
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Application Mode |
Online and Offline |
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Selection Basis |
Merit and document verification |
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Official Portal |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfil academic, financial, and course-related conditions prescribed under the scheme.
Family Income Limit
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Family Category |
Maximum Annual Income |
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Salaried Families |
₹4,00,000 |
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Self-Employed / Non-Salaried Families |
₹2,50,000 |
In certain categories, ITI applicants and orphan candidates may receive exemptions from income certificate requirements.
Academic Requirement
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Category |
Minimum Marks |
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Boys |
55%–70% |
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Girls |
50%–65% |
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Physically Challenged / Special Categories |
Passing Marks |
Minimum qualifying marks may vary depending on the course and state guidelines followed by the foundation. Applicants are generally required to be below 30 years of age at the time of application. Candidates already receiving another scholarship exceeding ₹1,000 per month may not qualify under the scheme.
Scholarship Amount
Monthly Financial Assistance
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Course Category |
Boys |
Girls |
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Class 11 & 12 |
₹500 |
₹700 |
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Diploma Courses |
₹1,000 |
₹1,200 |
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Undergraduate Courses |
₹1,100 |
₹1,400 |
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Postgraduate Courses |
₹1,500 |
₹1,800 |
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UG Engineering / Architecture |
₹2,000 |
₹2,300 |
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UG Medical Courses |
₹2,500 |
₹3,000 |
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PG Engineering / Medical |
₹2,800 |
₹3,200 |
Hostel Allowance
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Category |
Additional Monthly Support |
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ITI / Diploma / UG / PG Students |
₹1,200 |
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Engineering / Medical Students |
₹1,800 |
Scholarship figures mentioned above are based on publicly available guidance reviewed in May 2026 and may be revised through updated foundation instructions or notifications.
Documents Required
Applicants are generally required to submit:
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Previous qualifying marksheets
- Income certificate
- Current academic fee receipt
- Bank passbook copy
- Hostel certificate, where applicable
- Self-declaration regarding other scholarships
- Disability or ex-servicemen certificate, if applicable
Institutional signatures and official seals may be required during the verification process.
Application and Selection Process
Applications can be submitted through the official scholarship portal after registration using a valid mobile number and email ID. Applicants are required to complete the form, upload supporting documents, and submit institution-verified copies wherever applicable.
Offline applications may also be submitted to the designated regional offices of the foundation through postal communication.
Selection is based on merit-cum-means evaluation and verification of submitted documents. No entrance examination or interview process has been specified in the currently available scholarship instructions. Processing timelines may vary depending on document verification and application volume.
Safety Advisory and Disclaimer
Applicants should use only authorised scholarship portals and verified communication channels while submitting applications or documents. OTPs, passwords, banking credentials, and identity details should not be shared with unknown individuals or unofficial agents.
Scholarship rules, eligibility conditions, and financial assistance amounts may change periodically. In case of any discrepancy, the latest official notification, application instruction, or portal update issued by the foundation shall prevail over informational article content.