Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship Program 2026
Infosys Foundation · All India
Amount
₹1.0 Lakh+
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
Corporate
Application Mode
Online
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship 2026 provides up to ₹1,00,000 per year for female Indian students pursuing undergraduate STEM degrees. Covers tuition, study materials, and living expenses for entire course duration. Apply with family income below ₹8 lakh.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹1.0 Lakh+
Up to ₹1,00,000 per year for the entire course duration, covering tuition fees, study materials, and living expenses. The amount is directly transferred to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Up to ₹1,00,000 per year for entire course duration, Covers tuition fees, study materials, and living expenses, Empowers women in STEM fields, Renewable annually
Note: Female candidates only. NIRF-accredited or government-recognized engineering colleges. Should not be receiving other scholarships for same expenses. Government-issued Income Certificate required
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: UG
- Course / stream: Relevant courses
- Income limit: Up to ₹8.0 Lakh/year
- Category: All
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Recent passport-sized photograph
- —Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
- —JEE Main/CET/NEET scorecard
- —Government-issued ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport/Ration Card)
- —Proof of current year admission (fee receipt/admission letter/institution ID/bonafide certificate)
- —Family income proof certificate (government-issued)
- —BPL card or Ayushman Bharat card (if applicable)
- —Electricity bills for past 6 months
- —Bank account details (passbook/cancelled cheque)
- —Receipts of academic expenses (course fees
- —hostel
- —mess
- —stationery
- —books)
Selection Process
- —
Candidates are selected through a multi-stage process:
- —
(1) Initial shortlisting based on application details and eligibility,
- —
(2) Document verification,
- —
(3) Telephonic interview with shortlisted candidates, and
- —
(4) Final selection by the Infosys Foundation committee based on academic merit, financial need, and interview performance.
Renewal Policy
- —
The scholarship is renewable annually for up to 4 years (or the full course duration for programs like MBBS/BDS)
- —
Renewal requires maintaining a minimum CGPA of 7.0 (or equivalent) in STEM programs, passing all subjects, and submitting annual academic progress reports and updated documents.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Portal
Go to [Buddy4Study](https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/infosys-stem-stars-scholarship) (official partner).
- 2Register
Create a new account using your email, mobile number, or Gmail ID.
- 3Log In
Access your profile and navigate to the "Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship Program 2025–26" page.
- 4Fill Form
Complete the online application with personal, academic, and family income details.
- 5Upload Documents
Submit scanned copies of: - Class 12 marksheet & entrance scores (JEE/NEET/CET) - Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport - Admission proof (fee receipt/student ID) - Family income certificate/BPL card - Electricity bills (last 6 months) - Bank passbook/cancelled cheque - Passport-size photograph
- 6Preview & Submit
Review all entries, accept Terms & Conditions, and click "Submit.
- 7Track Status
Use your login credentials to monitor application status post-submission.
Apply Links
Ready to apply?
This takes you to the official portal. IndiaScholarships doesn't process applications or charge any fee.
Help & Contact Support
Not sure if you qualify?
Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
Application period announced annually. Check Infosys Foundation website for exact dates
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is the scholarship only for female students?
Yes, the Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship is strictly for female candidates pursuing undergraduate STEM degrees (e.g., Engineering, MBBS, Integrated MSc, B.Arch) in India.
What is the family income limit to apply?
The annual household income from all sources must not exceed ₹8 lakh. Applicants must provide a family income certificate or BPL/Ayushman Bharat card as proof.
When is the application deadline for 2025–26?
The last date to apply for the 2025–26 academic session is 15 September 2025. Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on this date via the Buddy4Study portal.
Scholarship News
Scholarship Guides
Discover More
Legal Disclaimer
IndiaScholarships.in attempts to provide accurate information manually curated from official sources. Scholarship details, timelines, and eligibility can change without notice as per the provider's discretion. Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee selection. Always verify all information on the official Infosys Foundation website before final submission.