With application deadlines approaching, students looking for financial support for their education have several opportunities to explore this month. From full course-fee coverage and accommodation for medical students to scholarships for law, STEM, engineering and school education, the latest scholarships brings together eight programmes offering assistance of up to Rs 2 lakh a year, with some opportunities closing as early as September 30.
1. Satya Scholarship Program 2026
The Satya Scholarship Program 2026, an initiative of Nehru Sidhant Kender Trust, provides 100 per cent annual course fee coverage along with accommodation and meal support to eligible students pursuing three- to five-year undergraduate or integrated master’s programmes in Medical & Health Sciences.
The scholarship is open to students from Punjab admitted to 12 selected institutes in Ludhiana district, as well as students from Ludhiana district admitted to select Top NIRF-Ranked Medical institutions across India.
Applicants must be first-year students pursuing MBBS, BDS, BPT, B.Sc. Nursing or B.Sc. Allied and Healthcare courses. They must have secured at least 60 per cent in Class 12, while annual parental income should not exceed Rs 8 lakh. Applicants must be Indian citizens and should not be receiving another educational scholarship. Preference is given to girls, sportspersons, PwD students, orphans and children of single parents.
Reward: 100 per cent annual course fee for the entire course duration, along with hostel, accommodation and meal support as per programme guidelines.
Last date: October 31, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/SAT4
2. DXC Progressing Minds Scholarship for Graduation Students in STEM 2026-27
The DXC Progressing Minds Scholarship for Graduation Students in STEM 2026-27, a CSR initiative of DXC Technology, supports women and transgender students pursuing undergraduate STEM programmes across India.
Applicants must have secured at least 60 per cent marks or equivalent in their latest semester or academic year. The annual family income should not exceed Rs 4 lakh. Children of DXC Technology and Buddy4Study employees are not eligible.
Reward: Rs 50,000 as a one-time fixed scholarship
Last date: October 15, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/DXCS8
3. Winnie Sun Scholarship 2026-27
The Winnie Sun Scholarship 2026-27, offered by the Lotus Petal Foundation with support from its corporate partner, is intended for female students from disadvantaged backgrounds pursuing MBBS.
Indian female students who have secured admission to an MBBS course for the 2026-27 academic year can apply. Applicants should have completed Class 10 and 12 with at least 70 per centmarks, with a 60 per cent threshold for SC/ST/OBC students. Students who have appeared for Class 12 from a recognised state or central board can also apply. Annual family income must be below Rs 5 lakh.
Reward: Financial assistance of up to Rs 65,000 annually for the duration of the course
Last date: October 30, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/WISS2
4. Santoor Scholarship Program 2026-27
The Santoor Scholarship Program 2026-27 aims to support young women from disadvantaged backgrounds pursuing full-time undergraduate courses in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Applicants must be in the first year of their undergraduate course and should have completed Class 12 from a government school or junior college during 2025-26. They must also have completed Class 10 from a local government school. Children of employees of Buddy4Study, Wipro and Santoor are not eligible.
Reward: Rs 30,000 one-time scholarship
Last date: October 15, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/SWS9
5. Parivartan ECSS Programme 2026-27
The Parivartan ECSS Programme 2026-27 supports meritorious and financially underprivileged students from Class 1 through postgraduate level.
Students studying in Classes 1 to 12, diploma, ITI, polytechnic, undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including general and professional programmes, can apply. Applicants need at least 55 per cent marks in their latest qualifying examination, while annual family income must not exceed Rs 2.5 lakh. The programme is open to Indian nationals.
Preference is given to students who have experienced a personal or family crisis during the past three years that has significantly affected their ability to continue their education.
Reward: Scholarship support of up to Rs 75,000, depending on the level of education
Last date: October 31, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/HDFC63
6. GEV Memorial Merit Scholarship for Law Students 2026-27
The GEV Memorial Merit Scholarship for Law Students 2026-27 is an initiative of the GEV Scholarship Fund Trust, established in memory of late Dr. Goolam E. Vahanvati, the 13th Attorney General of India.
The programme supports meritorious law students pursuing LL.B. or LL.M. programmes in India. Students appearing for CLAT, LSAT-India, AILET or other law entrance examinations can also apply. Applicants must be Indian citizens, have at least 60 per cent marks in Classes 10 and 12, and have annual family income of up to Rs 10 lakh. Selected students are also expected to participate in mentorship programmes.
Reward: Rs 50,000 to Rs 2 lakh per year, along with mentorship opportunities
Last date: October 31, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/GMM5
7. Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 (2026-27)
The Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 (2026-27), an initiative of Valvoline Cummins Private Ltd. (VCPL), is designed to support students in Classes 9 to 12 from southern, eastern and northeastern India.
Students from Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Tripura, Puducherry, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu and Telangana can apply.
The programme is open to children of commercial drivers, including LMV and HMV drivers, children of mechanics and students belonging to the EWS category. Applicants must have secured at least 60 per cent in the previous class, while annual family income should not exceed Rs 8 lakh.
Reward: Scholarship support of up to Rs 12,000 based on actual expenses, along with mentorship on road safety
Last date: September 30, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/MKSP3
8. Eastman Powerup Eduskill Scholarship Program 2026-27
The Eastman Powerup Eduskill Scholarship Program 2026-27, an initiative of Eastman Auto and Power Limited (EAPL), supports students enrolled in engineering, diploma and management programmes.
Eligible students include those pursuing full-time B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA/PGDM or Polytechnic diploma programmes at recognised government or private institutions in India. Depending on the category, eligible streams include Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Sales and Marketing. Students must have at least 60 per cent marks or a CGPA of 6.0 or above, with no active backlogs or disciplinary issues.
Applicants must also be willing to complete online certification courses within the specified timelines. Annual parental income should not exceed Rs 6 lakh. Priority is given to girls, PwD students, students from single-parent households, orphans and students from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Reward: Financial assistance of up to Rs 20,000, disbursed on a milestone basis after completion of four approved certification courses
Last date: September 30, 2026
Application: Online
Apply: www.b4s.in/oroe/EPSP2
Students interested in these opportunities should carefully check the eligibility requirements and submit their applications before the respective deadlines. These scholarships brings together these programmes to help eligible students identify and apply for financial support for their education.
The eight programmes offer support ranging from Rs 12,000 to full annual course-fee coverage, with some also providing accommodation, meals, mentorship or professional certification.
With the Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 and Eastman Powerup Eduskill Scholarship Program closing on September 30, eligible students have only a short time to apply. Other major deadlines fall between October 15 and October 31.
Students should carefully verify the eligibility conditions, required documents and programme-specific guidelines before submitting their applications online.
