Prestigious scholarship for high-achieving students in science and commerce
Eligibility criteria
Minimum percentage: 90%
Detailed eligibility
For Undergraduate (UG):
Must be a resident Indian citizen.
Must be enrolled in the first year of a regular, full-time undergraduate degree programme in India.
The programme uses a merit-cum-means selection process.
Applicants must complete the mandatory aptitude assessment.
The latest detailed UG eligibility FAQ available from Reliance states a minimum 60% in Class 12 and household income of ₹15 lakh or less, with preference given to lower-income households.
For Postgraduate (PG):
Must be a resident Indian citizen.
Must be a first-year, full-time PG student.
Eligible areas include future-ready disciplines such as Engineering, Technology, Energy and Life Sciences.
Detailed criteria published by Reliance include GATE score of 550–1,000 OR UG CGPA of 7.5 or above for eligible programmes.
Benefits
UG: Scholarship of up to ₹2,00,000 over the duration of the degree.
PG: Scholarship of up to ₹6,00,000 over the duration of the degree.
5,000 UG and 100 PG scholars are planned for 2026–27.
Scholars also receive opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, networking, interaction with industry experts and participation in the scholar community.
There is no application fee.
Documents required
Recent passport-size photograph
Address proof
Class 10 marksheet
Class 12 marksheet
Current college Student ID / Bonafide Certificate / admission or enrolment proof
Academic marksheets/transcripts
Income proof where applicable
Disability certificate, if applicable
PG applicants: Undergraduate marksheets/transcript, current résumé/CV, reference letters and GATE marksheet where applicable.
How to apply
Visit the official Reliance Foundation Scholarship portal.
Register as a new applicant using your details.
Check the eligibility requirements.
Complete the online application with personal, contact and academic information.
Upload the required supporting documents.
Submit the application.
Complete the mandatory online aptitude assessment.
Applications are then evaluated according to the relevant UG/PG selection criteria.
Note:
Applications must be submitted online through the official Reliance Foundation Scholarships portal.
There is no application fee.
Applicants should ensure all personal, academic and income information is accurate and supported by valid documents.
Completing the required aptitude assessment is an important part of the selection process.
Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection; applications are evaluated under the scholarship's selection process.
Applicants should regularly check the official portal for deadlines, application status and updates, as dates and requirements may change.
Avoid unofficial agents or websites claiming to guarantee selection.
