About Program

The Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Program 2026-27, an initiative by Tata Capital Limited, aims to support the higher education of meritorious students from economically weaker sections of society. The name 'Pankh', which means 'wings' in Hindi, symbolises the program's belief that financial constraints should never limit the aspirations of talented young minds.

Under this program, students currently studying in Classes 11 or 12, as well as those pursuing undergraduate degrees, diplomas, or ITI courses at recognised institutions across India, are eligible for financial assistance.

Launched as part of Tata Capital Limited's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the scholarship seeks to eliminate financial barriers that hinder deserving students from pursuing their educational goals. By empowering students with access to quality education, the program contributes to nurturing a more educated, skilled, and self-reliant generation.

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 60% marks in the preceding class.

• The annual family income of the applicants from all sources must be less than or equal to INR 4 lakh.

• Children of employees of Tata Capital, 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 60% 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 4 lakh.

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

• Open to Indian nationals only.

Benefits

• For Classes 11 and 12 course fees paid by the student or up to INR 15,000 (whichever is less).

• For General Graduation / Polytechnic / Diploma / ITI Students course fees paid by the student or up to INR 18,000 (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)