Dr Reddy’s Foundation Sashakt-Women for Science’ Scholarship 2018
Deadline : 31 July 2018
Sashakt Scholarship is a one-of-its-kind initiative to encourage young women across India to prepare for and pursue a career in science. It provides a level playing ground to girl students, especially from rural India and low socio-economic backgrounds, to get access to quality education in some of India’s best science institutions by offering financial support and mentorship throughout their undergraduate studies.
About Dr Reddy’s Foundation
Dr Reddy’s Foundation is a not-for-profit organization set up in 1996 to enable socially and economically vulnerable groups to take control of their lives. We develop and test innovative solutions to address complex social problems and promote the scaling up of impact by leveraging partnerships. We work with Children, Youth (including persons with disabilities), Women and Households across 18 States in India.
Who can apply?
- Bright, young girls with a record of academic excellence, confident of getting admission in India’s best science colleges, can apply as soon as they complete their Class XII examinations.
- Only students who opt to study pure/natural science courses for their graduation are eligible for this scholarship.
- Preference will be given to students with rural backgrounds, economically weak backgrounds and interest in scientific research.
Application Process
- Scholarship Registrations will begin on 01 April 2018.
- The last date for application submission will be 31 July 2018, by which time all the listed colleges will have announced their final list of admissions. You need to have a confirmed admission offer in any one of the colleges. Admission slips will need to be submitted.
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