Last Updated: May 12, 2026
The Life Insurance Corporation of India Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme is a financial assistance programme for meritorious students from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Managed through the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation, the scheme supports undergraduate, technical, medical, and vocational education in recognised institutions across India.
The initiative is intended to reduce financial barriers in higher education, particularly for families with limited annual income. The scholarship covers engineering, medical, graduation, diploma, ITI, and vocational courses, reflecting the growing policy focus on improving access to professional and skill-based education.
As of May 2026, applicants should refer only to official LIC notifications and portal announcements for confirmed timelines and application updates. Earlier scheme documents from 2023 and 2025 should be treated as historical reference material unless officially renewed.
LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026: Overview
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Particulars |
Details |
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Scholarship Name |
LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme |
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Conducting Authority |
LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation |
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Eligible Candidates |
Students from EWS families |
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Eligible Courses |
UG, Medical, Engineering, Diploma, ITI, Vocational |
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Annual Family Income Limit |
₹4.5 lakh |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Scholarship Transfer Method |
NEFT |
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Official Website |
LIC India |
Source: LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme Guidelines and application instructions retrieved in May 2026.
Courses Covered
Eligible programmes include:
- MBBS, BAMS, BHMS and BDS
- BE, BTech and BArch
- Graduation courses
- Diploma programmes
- ITI and vocational courses
- Integrated undergraduate courses after Class 12
Engineering candidates admitted through lateral entry after diploma studies are also eligible.
The scheme does not cover postgraduate courses, correspondence education, open university programmes, part-time classes, or self-study professional courses such as CA, CS, and ICMAI.
Scholarship Amount
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Course Category |
Annual Scholarship Amount |
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Medical Courses |
₹40,000 |
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Engineering Courses |
₹30,000 |
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Graduation, Diploma, ITI and Vocational Courses |
₹20,000 |
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Special Scholarship for Girl Child |
₹15,000 |
The Special Scholarship for Girl Child is available for girls pursuing intermediate, diploma, or vocational studies after Class 10.
Scholarship amounts are transferred directly to the selected candidate’s bank account after verification.
Source: LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme PDF guidelines for recent academic sessions.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Requirement
Applicants should secure at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in:
- Class 10 examination
- Class 12 examination
- Equivalent diploma examination
Income Limit
The annual income of parents or guardians from all sources should not exceed ₹4.5 lakh.
Preference may be given to candidates from lower income groups during selection.
Selection and Renewal Rules
Selection is conducted through LIC divisional offices across India based on academic performance and financial background.
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Scholarship Category |
Maximum Candidates Per Division* |
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General Scholarship |
80 |
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Special Scholarship for Girl Child |
20 |
As mentioned in official LIC scholarship instructions for recent sessions.
For renewal, candidates must maintain the following minimum marks:
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Course Type |
Minimum Marks Required |
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Medical and Engineering |
55% |
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Graduation, Diploma and ITI |
50% |
Candidates are also required to pass all subjects and maintain regular attendance.
Documents Required
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Document |
Purpose |
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Income Certificate |
Income verification |
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Previous Marksheet |
Academic verification |
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Admission Proof |
Course confirmation |
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Bank Account Details |
Scholarship transfer |
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Cancelled Cheque |
NEFT verification |
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Mobile Number and Email ID |
Official communication |
Applications are accepted only through the official LIC India portal.
Timeline and Verification Note
The application schedule for the 2026 session should be treated as awaiting official confirmation unless published through LIC notifications or portal announcements. Applicants are advised to regularly check official updates regarding application dates, eligibility revisions, and divisional office instructions.
Fraud and Safety Advisory
Applicants should avoid unofficial portals, fake scholarship links, and unauthorised agents claiming guaranteed approval. LIC does not request registration fees, OTPs, passwords, or banking credentials for scholarship processing.
Candidates should verify all communication through official LIC channels before sharing documents or financial details.
Editorial Disclaimer
Scholarship rules, eligibility conditions, scholarship amounts, and timelines may change through official notifications issued by Life Insurance Corporation of India or the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation. Readers should verify all updates through official portal notices and published guidelines before applying.