Aditya Birla Scholarship
Offered by Aditya Birla Group
- Funding
- Partial funding
- Award
- Up to ₹1.75 lakh/year
- No. of awards
- ~16 scholars/year
- Deadline
- Rolling / varies
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Destination
- Study in India
Overview
A prestigious merit scholarship for top students entering premier IITs, BITS Pilani, top law schools and, later, the IIMs.
The Aditya Birla Scholarship is among the most prestigious in India, recognising the brightest students at premier institutes — the IITs, IIMs, BITS Pilani, the National Law Schools and XLRI. It rewards academic excellence and leadership, and inducts recipients into an elite alumni network.
Eligibility
- Studying at a partner institute (IIT / IIM / BITS Pilani / National Law School / XLRI).
- An outstanding academic record and demonstrated leadership potential.
- Selected through the institute's nomination and a rigorous interview process.
Benefits
- Scholarship of up to ₹1,75,000 per year.
- Induction into a distinguished alumni network of Aditya Birla Scholars.
- Recognition that opens doors in industry and academia.
How to apply
- Applications open to students at the partner institutes, usually in the first year.
- Apply through the Aditya Birla Scholars portal or your institute's process.
- Clear the written/aptitude and group rounds.
- Attend the final interview panel for selection.
Documents required
- Institute admission and academic records
- A statement highlighting achievements and leadership
- Photo ID and passport-size photograph
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