NEP 2020 Hub
Scholarship Intelligence Hub — Find Every Scholarship You Deserve
₹100 crore+ in scholarships go unclaimed every year. Don't let YOUR share go to waste — EduPath matches you with 500+ schemes in 60 seconds.
The problem
Why scholarships go unclaimed
- ₹100+ crore in central scholarships go unclaimed yearly
- 70% of eligible students don't know which schemes they qualify for
- 50% of applicants make errors and get rejected
- The average student misses ₹15,000–₹2,00,000 in aid per year
The reasons: information scattered across 100+ portals, confusing eligibility, complicated applications, missed deadlines and document chaos. EduPath fixes all five.
The landscape
5 types of scholarships
- 01
Government scholarships
Central, state and district schemes — NSP, Post-Matric for SC/ST/OBC, Minority and Central Sector scholarships.
- 02
Private scholarships
Corporate foundations and trusts — Tata, Aditya Birla, K.C. Mahindra, Sitaram Jindal, Vidyasaarathi.
- 03
CSR scholarships
Mandatory corporate CSR funds — Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Persistent and more, often sector or location specific.
- 04
Merit-based scholarships
For academic excellence and exam ranks — INSPIRE, KVPY/NEST, NTSE and state merit schemes.
- 05
Need-based scholarships
For lower family income, first-generation learners and under-served groups — including MahaDBT and EWS schemes.
Top picks
A few of the biggest schemes for 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric (SC/ST) | Full tuition + maintenance | SC/ST, income < ₹2.5L |
| Central Sector Scholarship | ₹12K/yr (UG), ₹20K (PG) | Class 12 toppers, income < ₹8L |
| INSPIRE Scholarship | ₹80K/yr | Science toppers, JEE Adv/KVPY rankers |
| Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | ₹50K/yr | Girls in technical education |
| Tata Trusts Scholarship | ₹1L–₹10L | Engineering/Medical toppers |
| Reliance Foundation | ₹2L–₹6L/yr | UG/PG, all streams |
Maharashtra
State-specific scholarships
The MahaDBT portal hosts 50+ Maharashtra government scholarships. Key schemes include:
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship (Class 11–12)
- Savitribai Phule Scholarship (Girls, OBC/SC/ST)
- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Scholarship (SC/NT/VJNT)
- Mahatma Phule Scholarship (OBC)
- Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Scholarship (Girls, EBC)
- Indira Gandhi Scholarship (single girl child)
How it works
EduPath's Scholarship Intelligence
Build your profile
Location, family income, category, course, marks and achievements.
AI matching
Our AI matches you against 500+ schemes with an eligibility score and estimated amount.
Application guidance
Step-by-step help, an auto-generated document checklist and form pre-fill where possible.
Deadline tracking
A calendar of all your deadlines with WhatsApp reminders 7, 3 and 1 day before.
Receive funds
Direct bank transfer, reimbursement or fee waiver — with status tracking throughout.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I know which scholarship to apply for?
Use EduPath's free 60-second AI matching quiz — it matches you to 5–20 scholarships based on your profile.
Can I apply to multiple scholarships?
Yes! You can apply to as many as you're eligible for. There is no limit.
Do I need to be poor to get a scholarship?
Not necessarily. Merit-based scholarships reward academic excellence regardless of income.
When should I start applying?
Class 10–12: post-matric and merit schemes in Aug–Nov. After Class 12 (engineering/medical): May–Aug. For PG: Oct–Dec.
What if I get rejected?
Re-apply next year or apply to a different scholarship. EduPath helps track rejections and reasons.
Is scholarship money taxable?
No, scholarship amounts are tax-exempt under Section 10(16) of the Income Tax Act.
What's the difference between a scholarship and a free-ship?
A scholarship is money given to the student; a free-ship is a tuition fee waiver absorbed by the college.
What if I don't have a category certificate?
Apply to Open/General category scholarships — there are still many available.
Explore the NEP 2020 Hub
Find every scholarship you deserve
AI matching in 60 seconds, 500+ scholarships in one place, deadline tracking with WhatsApp reminders, auto-generated document checklists, and counsellor support.