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Applications are now open for the Funded HDFC Bank Parivartan Scholarship 2025/2026 for Indian Primary Education Students
The HDFC Bank Parivartan’s Educational Crisis Scholarship Support (ECSS) Programme is an initiative by HDFC Bank to provide financial assistance to meritorious and needy students from underprivileged backgrounds. The scholarship is aimed at helping students who are at risk of dropping out of school due to a financial crisis or other personal hardship.
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This article covers the details for this scholarship for school students from Class 1 to 12, as well as those in diploma, ITI, and polytechnic courses.
Who This Scholarship is For?
This scholarship is specifically designed for Indian students who are currently studying in a private, government, or government aided schools. The program is for students who have a strong academic record but are facing a financial crisis or other personal hardship that puts their education at risk. Special consideration is given to students who have experienced a significant personal or family crisis, such as the death, terminal illness, or permanent disability of a parent or guardian, or the loss of a breadwinner’s job, which has put a strain on their family’s finances.
Scholarship Amount
The scholarship provides a fixed amount to help cover educational expenses:
- For students in Classes 1 to 6: INR 15,000
- For students in Classes 7 to 12, Diploma, ITI, and Polytechnic: INR 18,000
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Must be an Indian national.
- Educational Status: Must be currently studying in Class 1 to 12, or pursuing a diploma, ITI, or polytechnic course in a private, government, or government-aided school in India.
- Academic Performance: Must have secured at least 55% marks in the previous qualifying examination.
- Family Income: The annual family income from all sources must be less than or equal to INR 2.5 lakh.
Note on Priority: The scholarship gives special consideration to students who have experienced a significant personal or family crisis, such as the death, terminal illness, or permanent disability of a parent or guardian, or the loss of a breadwinner’s job, which has put a strain on their family’s finances.
Required Documents
You will need to have the following documents ready to upload with your online application:
- A recent passport-size photograph of the applicant.
- The previous year’s marksheet (from the academic year 2024-25).
- A government-issued identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License).
- Proof of current year’s admission (such as a Fee Receipt, Admission Letter, School ID Card, or a Bonafide Certificate for the academic year 2025-26).
- The applicant’s bank passbook or a canceled check.
- Proof of income (any one of the following):
- Income Proof issued by a Gram Panchayat, Ward Counselor, or Sarpanch.
- Income Proof issued by SDM, DM, CO, or Tehsildar.
- An affidavit.
- Proof of personal or family crisis (if applicable).
Application Process
The application is done entirely online, typically through the Buddy4Study platform. Here are the steps to follow:
- Visit the official scholarship page on through the link below.
- Log in using your registered ID. If you don’t have one, you can register using your email, mobile number, or Google account.
- Click on the “Start Application” button and fill out the online form with all the required details.
- Upload all the necessary documents mentioned above.
- Review your application carefully before submitting.
- Accept the terms and conditions and click on the “Submit” button to complete the process.
Application Deadline: September 04, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is there any specific percentage required to be eligible? A: Yes, you must have scored at least 55% in your last qualifying examination to be eligible to apply.
Q: Can a student who has not faced a crisis apply for this scholarship? A: Yes, the scholarship is based on a merit-cum-need basis. While preference is given to students with personal or family crises, other students who meet the academic and financial criteria can also apply.
Q: What is the selection process for the scholarship? A: The selection process involves several stages, including an initial shortlisting based on eligibility, followed by document verification, and a personal interview for shortlisted candidates.
Q: How many students from one family can apply? A: Only one application per family is considered for the scholarship.
Q: What documents are accepted as proof of income? A: You can submit an income proof issued by a Gram Panchayat, Ward Counselor, Sarpanch, or by an SDM, DM, CO, or Tehsildar. An affidavit is also an acceptable form of income proof.
Q: Can the scholarship be renewed? A: Yes, the scholarship can be renewed for a maximum of two consecutive years. Students are required to re-apply and re-qualify each year.
