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SBI Foundation Launches Asha Scholarship 2026-27 With Expanded Aid

The SBI Foundation has opened the Asha Scholarship for the 2026-27 academic cycle.

It gives money to students who do well in school but need financial help.

Students from Class 9 through postgraduate study can apply.

Some professional and overseas study programs are also included.

Most students need at least 75% marks or a 7.5 CGPA.

Students from certain reserved categories and students with benchmark disabilities can qualify with lower marks.

Families must meet the stated income limits.

Students apply online and need documents such as marksheets, income proof, identity proof, and admission letters.

Key facts

Scholarship amount: ₹15,000 to ₹15,00,000 per year
Academic requirement: Generally 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA
Relaxed thresholds: 65% for SC and ST applicants; 60% for PwBD applicants
Income limit: ₹3,00,000 for school students and ₹6,00,000 for undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional applicants
Overseas requirement: Admission to a university ranked in the Top 200 of the QS or Times Higher Education global rankings
Female applicants: 50% of scholarship slots are reserved for female applicants
Application documents: Previous marksheets, income certificates or salary slips, identity proof, and official admission letters

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