Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27
Kotak Education Foundation · All India
| Scheme Name | Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27 |
| Provided By | Kotak Education Foundation |
| Eligibility Summary | Undergraduate · Girls / women only · Family income up to ₹6 Lakh/year |
About the Program
Complete guide to the Kotak Kanya Scholarship. Learn about the ₹1.5 Lakhs per year grant for girl students, eligibility rules, and online registration steps.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹1.5 Lakh+
A scholarship amount of INR 1.5 lakh per year will be disbursed to each selected scholar until the completion of her professional graduation course/degree. The scholarship amount for the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27 should be utilized to cover academic expenses, including tuition fees, hostel fees, internet, transportation, laptops, books, and stationery. The amount will be transferred on an annual basis to the selected scholar's bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). If the selected student is a minor at the time of scholarship selection, the scholarship fund will be credited to the parent or guardian's bank account until the scholar turns eighteen (18) years of age, after which it will be transferred to the scholar's account.
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Financial assistance of ₹1.5 Lakhs per year.
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Mentorship sessions and career counseling.
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Industry exposure and skill development workshops.
Note: Exclusively for girl students pursuing professional graduation.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Medical, Management, Law, Technical, Architecture, Design |
| Minimum Marks | 75% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹6 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Class 10 & 12 marks memo showing >= 75%
- ✓Family Income Certificate (< ₹6 Lakhs)
- ✓College Fee receipts & admission letter
- ✓Student's Aadhaar card & passport photo
- ✓Aadhaar-seeded bank account details
Selection Process
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The selection of scholars for the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27 is based on the academic merit and financial background of the applicants
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It is a multi-stage process that includes:initial shortlisting based on academic merit (Class 12 marks) and financial background, document verification, and two rounds of interviews for top-performing girl students
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The final selection and the awarding of the scholarship are based on rank order and are at the discretion of the Kotak Education Foundation.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship will be operational until the completion of the girl student's professional graduation degree or professional courses pursued alongside graduation
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For annual scholarship renewal in successive years, scholars must fulfill the following criteria: no dropout from regular academic sessions, no disciplinary issues, and students should receive at least 6 CGPA yearly or be promoted by the Institute to the next Academic Year
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The specific renewal criteria are decided by the Kotak Education Foundation from time to time.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Application Portal
Go to the official scholarship page, typically hosted on Buddy4Study.
- 2Initiate Application
Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
- 3Login/Register
Log in to Buddy4Study using your registered ID (Email/Mobile/Gmail account). If you are a new user, click on 'Create an Account' and register by providing your email, mobile number, or Gmail account and setting a password.
- 4Access Application Form
You will be redirected to the 'Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27' application form page. Click on the 'Start Application' button to begin filling out the form.
- 5Fill Details
Accurately fill in all the required personal, academic, and contact details in the online scholarship application form.
- 6Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents. These typically include: * Marksheet of previous qualifying examination (Class 12) * Income proof of parents/guardians * ITR of parents for FY 2025-26 (if available) * Fee structure (for academic year 2026-27) * Bonafide student certificate/letter from college * College seat allocation document * College entrance examination scorecard * Masked Aadhaar card * Bank passbook * A passport-size photograph * Disability certificate (if applicable) * Death certificate of the parent (for single-parent/orphan candidates) * Photographs of the house
- 7Review and Submit
Accept the 'Terms and Conditions' and click on 'Preview' to review all the filled details. If all information is correct, click on the 'Submit' button to complete the application process.
- 8Track Status
After submitting, candidates are usually notified about shortlisting and interview dates through the portal or registered contact details.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible for the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27?
Meritorious girl students across India who have passed Class 12 with at least 75% marks (or equivalent CGPA) and have secured admission to the first year of a professional graduation program in the academic year 2026-27 from an institute of repute (NIRF/NAAC accredited) are eligible. The applicant's annual family income must be less than INR 6,00,000. Children of employees of Kotak Mahindra Group, Kotak Education Foundation, and Buddy4Study are not eligible.
How much is the scholarship, what does it cover, and how is it disbursed?
Selected scholars receive INR 1.5 lakh per year until the completion of their professional graduation course/degree. The scholarship amount can be utilized to cover academic expenses including tuition fees, hostel fees, internet, transportation, laptops, books, and stationery. The amount is transferred annually to the selected scholar's bank account via Direct Bank Transfer (DBT). If the student is a minor, the parent or guardian's bank account will be credited until the scholar turns 18.
What are the conditions for renewal of the Kotak Kanya Scholarship?
For annual renewal, scholars must maintain no dropouts from regular academic sessions and have no disciplinary issues. Students should also achieve at least 6 CGPA yearly or be promoted to the next academic year by their institute. The specific renewal criteria are determined by the Kotak Education Foundation from time to time.
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