About Program

Inspired by the vision and legacy of India’s first President, Buddy4Study has launched the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Scholarship Program 2026-27 in his honor to support deserving students. The program is designed for meritorious students hailing from economically poor backgrounds and willing to pursue their education in any stream or field. Applicants must have passed Class 10 in the year 2026, or Class 12 in 2025 or 2026. The scholarship program aims to provide financial assistance and encourage academic excellence while ensuring that no deserving students are left behind due to financial constraints. Selected students will receive a one-time scholarship benefit of up to INR 30,000, depending on the fee structure.

Eligibility Criteria

For class 11 & 12 students 

• Students studying in Classes 11 and 12 at a recognized educational institution in India can apply.

• Applicants must have scored at least 65% marks in the preceding class.

• The annual family income of the applicants from all sources must be less than or equal to INR 8 lakh.

• Children of employees of Zameen Foundation and Buddy4Study are not eligible. 

• Open to Indian nationals only.

For Graduation/Diploma/Polytechnic students

• Students who are currently enrolled in undergraduate degree programs such as B.Com., B.Sc., BA, etc., or diploma/polytechnic courses at recognized institutions in India can apply.

• Applicants must have scored at least 65% marks in the preceding class/semester/year.

• The annual family income of the applicants from all sources must be less than or equal to INR 8 lakh.

• Children of employees of Zameen Foundation and Buddy4Study are not eligible. 

• Open to Indian nationals only.

Note - Preference will be given to:

• Students passed from government schools

• Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

• Students from the North-East region and aspirational districts

Benefits

• For Classes 11 and 12 course fees paid by the student or up to INR 30,000 (whichever is less).

• For General Graduation / Polytechnic / Diploma / ITI Students course fees paid by the student or up to INR 30,000 (whichever is less).

Documents Required

For class 11 & 12 students

• Photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card)

• Passport-size photograph of the applicant

• Income proof (Form 16A/income certificate issued by government authority/salary slips, etc.)

• Proof of admission (school/college ID card/bonafide certificate, etc.)

• Current academic year fee receipt

• Bank account details of the scholarship applicant (cancelled cheque/passbook copy)

• Marksheets or grade cards of the preceding class

• Disability and Caste certificate (if applicable)

For Graduation/Diploma/Polytechnic students

• Photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card)

• Passport-size photograph of the applicant

• Income proof (Form 16A/income certificate issued by government authority/salary slips, etc.)

• Proof of admission (college/institution ID card/bonafide certificate, etc.)

• Current academic year fee receipt

• Bank account details of the scholarship applicant (cancelled cheque/passbook copy)

• Marksheets or grade cards of the preceding class

• Disability and Caste certificate (if applicable)