Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship
Kotak Education Foundation
| Scheme Name | Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship |
| Provided By | Kotak Education Foundation |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Kotak Shiksha Nidhi provides critical financial support to students facing challenges due to the loss of a primary wage earner.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹1.0 Lakh+
The Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship is no longer accepting fresh applications for the academic years 2025-26 or 2026, as the COVID-19 pandemic has ceased to be a global health emergency. Historically, the scholarship provided variable financial assistance to cover actual expenses related to education, including school/college fees, library deposits, stationery, and hostel lodging/boarding expenses. The amount was determined by the Kotak Education Foundation (KEF) based on each student's specific needs. Funds were typically transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the student's bank account (or guardian's, if the student was a minor). While some past instances mentioned support up to INR 1,00,000, the exact amount always depended on KEF's discretion and individual requirements.
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Specifically for students who have lost a parent/primary earning member (COVID or other causes)
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Covers school/college fees.
Note: Loss of parent/earning member
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | School, Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | General |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Selection Process
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For existing beneficiaries, the selection and continuation of assistance under Kotak Shiksha Nidhi is at the discretion of the Kotak Education Foundation
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Historically, the selection process for new applicants involved reviewing applications based on proof of crisis documents (loss of both parents due to COVID-19, loss of one parent, or loss of the primary earning member)
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Shortlisted applicants underwent a telephonic interaction and document verification
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The final selection was made based on crisis evidence, educational continuation, document verification, and interview outcomes.
Renewal Policy
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The continuation of the Kotak Shiksha Nidhi for existing beneficiaries in subsequent years is subject to various factors
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These include the student's continued need for assistance, satisfactory academic progress, and the absence of any disciplinary issues
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The Kotak Education Foundation periodically reviews these factors to decide on the further continuity of the scholarship.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Scholarship Portal
Applicants were directed to the Kotak Education Foundation official website or a partner platform like Buddy4Study.
- 2Search for the Scholarship
Locate the 'Kotak Shiksha Nidhi' scholarship.
- 3Register/Login
Register on the portal using an email, mobile number, Gmail, or Facebook account, or log in if already registered.
- 4Start Application
Click on the 'Apply Now' or 'Start Application' button.
- 5Fill Application Form
Complete all required details in the online application form.
- 6Upload Documents
Upload necessary documents such as identity proof, admission proof for the current academic year, death certificate of the primary earning member due to COVID-19, and proof of COVID-19 death.
- 7Accept Terms & Conditions
Agree to the terms and conditions.
- 8Preview and Submit
Review the application for accuracy and then click 'Submit'.
- 9Status Tracking
Application status and final results were typically announced on the portal, and could be checked using a mobile number, email, and date of birth, or by contacting the Kotak Education Foundation.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is the Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship accepting new applications for 2025-26 or 2026?
No, the Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship is no longer accepting fresh applications for the academic years 2025-26 or 2026. This is because the COVID-19 pandemic, which was the basis for this scholarship, has ceased to be a global health emergency.
Who was historically eligible for the Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship?
Historically, the Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship was open to Indian students aged 6-22, from Class 1 up to Diploma or Graduation, who were enrolled in schools or colleges across India. The primary eligibility criterion was the loss of one parent, both parents, or the primary earning member of the family due to COVID-19. Children of employees from the Kotak Group or Kotak Education Foundation/Buddy4Study were not eligible.
What expenses were covered under the Kotak Shiksha Nidhi Scholarship?
The scholarship historically provided financial assistance to cover a range of education-related expenses. These included school and college fees, library deposits, stationery, other relevant expenses payable to the educational institution, and hostel lodging and boarding costs. The amount varied based on the student's individual needs and was determined at the discretion of the Kotak Education Foundation.
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