Azim Premji Scholarship 2025: Ultimate Guide for Girl Students Seeking Higher Education

What Is the Azim Premji Scholarship?

The Azim Premji Scholarship is a pioneering initiative from the Azim Premji Foundation that provides financial assistance to girls from underprivileged backgrounds who have studied in government schools. This program aims to empower up to 2.5 lakh female students across 18 states by supporting their pursuit of undergraduate degrees or diplomas in recognized institutions.

Who Offers the Azim Premji Scholarship?

The Azim Premji Foundation, headquartered in Bengaluru, is the sole organizer and funder of the Azim Premji Scholarship. The Foundation is well-known for its commitment to improving education equity and access for disadvantaged groups through grants and programs.

When and How Is the Scholarship Awarded?

1. Application Period: The main application window for the 2025-26 cycle is September 2025, with a deadline on September 30, 2025, 11:59 PM. There will also be another round in January 2026 for additional applicants.
2. Selection and Disbursal: After thorough review, selected candidates receive the scholarship in two installments per year, starting December 2025 for round one applicants. Renewals and continued support require re-application in subsequent academic years.
3. Renewal: Students can renew the scholarship annually, given that they continue their studies without breaks and fulfill academic criteria.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Azim Premji Scholarship 2025, a candidate must:

1. Be a female student from a disadvantaged background who has passed both Class 10 and Class 12 as a regular student from a government school in one of the eligible states/UTs: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, or Uttarakhand.
2. Have taken admission in the first year (Academic Session 2025–26) as a regular student in a recognized undergraduate degree or diploma program of 2–5 years duration, offered by a government or credible private college/university anywhere in India.
3. Only first-year undergraduates are eligible to apply; students in later years are not eligible.
4. There is no fee for the application and the process is entirely online.

Scholarship Value and Duration

1. The scholarship is worth ₹30,000 per year and is available for the entire duration of the undergraduate course or diploma, provided the student remains enrolled as a regular student.
2. The amount is transferred in two installments of ₹15,000 every year.

Selection, Renewal, and Disbursement Process

Process Overview

1. Submission of Application: Fill out and submit the form on the official Azim Premji Foundation portal with all required documents.
2. Document Verification: All submitted documents are reviewed for eligibility and authenticity.
3. Disbursal: Successful candidates receive scholarship money in two installments.
4. Renewal: Eligible students must re-apply every year to retain the scholarship. Consistent academic performance and continued enrollment are required.

Required Documents

Applicants must upload clear scanned PDFs, JPGs, PNGs, or JPEGs (less than 1.5 MB each):

1. Passport-size photo (taken within the last 6 months).
2. Signature on plain white paper.
3. Aadhaar card (front side, color copy).
4. First page of bank passbook, or recent bank statement, with clear name/account details.
5. Original Class 10 and 12 marksheets.
6. Proof of college admission: Bonafide certificate, tuition fee receipt, or provisional admission certificate displaying all required details.

All documents need to be unedited and clearly readable. Photos with emojis, filters, or watermarks are not allowed.

Courses and Institutions

The scholarship enables girls to enroll in:

1. Undergraduate degree courses (BA, BSc, BCom, BTech, etc.) of 2–5 years' duration at government or select private colleges and universities.
2. Diploma programs (engineering, paramedical, education, etc.) at recognized institutions across India.

Any higher education institution recognized by UGC, state government, or other statutory body is eligible for scholarship-supported admissions.

What Opportunities Await After Graduation?

Graduates supported by the Azim Premji Scholarship can pursue:

1. Advanced degrees (MA, MSc, MTech, professional courses).
2. Careers in academia, education, public services, and private industry, especially where having a degree/diploma is required.
3. Recruitment, internships, and skill programs provided by their institutions or the Foundation may be available to scholars post-graduation.

Departments and Fields Supported

The scholarship covers all mainstream higher education disciplines, including:

1. Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
2. Commerce: Accounting, Business Studies, Economics
3. Arts: Humanities, Language, Social Sciences
4. Technology/Engineering: Computer Science, Electronics, Civil, etc.
5. Vocational: Hotel Management, Paramedical, Education, Agriculture

The choice of department/field depends on the student's interests and admission to programs at their college or university.

Application Tips and Advice

1. Start early: Gather documents and ensure eligibility before the online portal opens.
2. Document clarity: All scans/photos must be readable, original, and uploaded in the correct format.
3. Monitor deadlines: Application closes on September 30, 2025, for Round 1, so apply promptly.
4. Seek help: For doubts, check the official website or consult teachers for support during application.

For more information, read below articles-

1. https://indianexpress.com/article/education/azim-premji-foundation-scholarship-2025-girl-students-lsit-of-eligible-states-how-to-apply-important-dates-10254790/
2. https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/admissions/azim-premji-scholarship-2025-eligibility-documents-required-more-to-apply-for-rs-30-000-scholarships-check-deta-101758177275458.html