Mahindra EmpowerHer Scholarship Program 2025-26

If you are a girl student striving to continue your educational journey without being held back by financial constraints, the Mahindra EmpowerHer Scholarship Program 2025-26 may be exactly the kind of support you need. Open to girls from Class 9 up to postgraduate studies (in general disciplines), this programme seeks to ensure that ambition is not hindered by resources, by providing a one-time scholarship amount that can ease the burden of educational expenses.

Below is a full breakdown of what the scholarship offers, who can apply, and how to go about submitting your application.

📌 Scholarship Summary

• Location: India (pan-India)

• Provider: Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (Auto & Farm Division), in partnership with Buddy4Study

• Study Levels Covered:

  • School level: Class 9, 10, 11, 12

  • Undergraduate (general disciplines: B.A., B.Sc, B.Com, etc.)

  • Postgraduate (general disciplines: M.A., M.Sc, M.Com, etc.)

• Target Group: Female students; preference to marginalized groups (SC/ST/OBC, PwD)

• Award Value: ₹5,500 (one-time fixed scholarship)

• Duration: Single disbursement (one-time)

• Application Deadline: 15 November 2025

• Award Delivery: After selection (projected during 2025–26)

🧭 Scholarship Overview

Though modest in financial size, this scholarship is strategically designed to target the critical junctures in a girl student’s education (secondary and tertiary levels). Its core functioning is straightforward:

1. Merit-cum-means selection — combining academic performance with financial need

2. Single payout — no installment structure; the award is disbursed once after selection

3. Wide reach — open to students across all states in India

4. Preference weighting — marginalised communities (SC, ST, OBC, PwD) are given preferential treatment in selection

5. Management & administration — applications, verification, and disbursement are handled via the Buddy4Study portal

🎓 What the Scholarship Covers

• Financial Aid: A fixed amount of ₹5,500 will be awarded to each selected scholar.

• Use Flexibility: The grant can be used toward tuition, books, hostel, stationery, or other legitimate educational expenses (candidates need to submit receipts as part of the application).

• Encouragement & Recognition: Beyond finances, being selected serves as endorsement and encouragement, especially for students from underserved backgrounds.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Mahindra EmpowerHer Scholarship 2025-26, applicants must satisfy all of the following:

1. Gender / Student Status

   • Open only to girls (female students).

   • Must be enrolled (or about to enroll) in Class 9–12, or in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme in general disciplines (arts, science, commerce, etc.).

2. Academic Requirement

   • Applicants should have secured at least 50% marks (or equivalent grade) in the immediate past academic year or semester.

   • Students waiting for latest results may apply using their prior year/semester marks.

3. Family Income Ceiling

   • Annual family income should not exceed ₹4,00,000 (4 lakh rupees).

4. Preference

   • Preference given to students from marginalized communities (SC, ST, OBC, Persons with Disabilities, etc.).

   • Applicants whose parents are employees of Mahindra & Mahindra or Buddy4Study are not eligible.

5. Residency / Geography

   • Open to students from all over India (pan-India).

6. Documentary Proofs / Verification

   • Must produce proof of identity, income, academic records, admission, etc.

   • Caste / disability certificates if applicable.

🧾 Documents & Application Materials

Here’s a list of documents you should prepare before applying:

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Proof of admission or Institution ID / admission letter

• Mark sheet of the previous academic year / semester

• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (if applicable)

• Proof of family income (tax returns, pay slips, certificate issued by government authority)

• Receipts for educational expenses (tuition, hostel, books, etc.)

• Proof of identity (Aadhaar, ration card, driver’s license, etc.)

• Bank passbook / account details for funds transfer

• Caste / disability certificate (if applicable)

🛠 Application Procedure

Here’s how can go about applying:

1. Register / Log in / Access Application

   • Go to Buddy4Study (scholarship portal).

   • If not already registered, sign up using email, mobile number, or Gmail.

2. Fill Out the Form

   • Navigate to the “Mahindra EmpowerHer Scholarship Program 2025-26” application page.

   • Enter personal, academic, family, and income details.

3. Upload Documents

   • Attach all the required documents in the formats prescribed (scan, image, PDF).

4. Preview & Validate

   • Review all entries and attachments carefully.

   • Confirm that everything is correctly filled and uploaded.

5. Submit Application

   • Submit the form before the deadline (in your prompt: 15 November 2025).

6. Shortlisting / Verification

   • Applications will be screened for eligibility (academic and income criteria).

   • Shortlisted candidates might undergo document verification and possible interviews (if applicable).

7. Final Selection & Award Disbursement

   • Final list of scholars is announced.

   • Scholarship amount is disbursed (typically to the student’s bank account).

📌 Tips for a Strong Application

• Start your application well ahead of the deadline to avoid technical or upload issues.

• Ensure that all documents are clear, legible, and properly scanned.

• Highlight in your responses or optional sections (if any) your motivation, challenges, and how this scholarship will help.

• If there is a shortlisting or interview stage, be prepared to speak clearly about your academic goals and financial need.

• Keep digital and hard copies of everything you submit for your own records.

🔗 Details & Apply

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