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Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship for 2025-26 or 2026?

The scholarship is primarily for Indian citizens pursuing ITI, Diploma, and Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) courses. For renewal applications in 2025-26, specific academic criteria include a minimum of 35% in Class 10 for ITI/Diploma, and 60% in Class 12 and Diploma for BE/B.Tech. The annual family income must be below ₹3,00,000 for ITI/Diploma students and under ₹5,00,000 for BE/B.Tech students. Employees of Schindler India Pvt Ltd or their children are not eligible, and preference may be given to female students.

Q: What does the scholarship amount cover, and how is it disbursed?

The scholarship provides financial assistance ranging from ₹10,000 (for ITI) to ₹50,000 (for BE/B.Tech) annually. This aid is intended to cover essential educational expenses such as institute tuition fees, examination costs, and technical study materials. It is mandatory for all scholarship applicants to have a bank account, facilitating direct disbursement of the scholarship amount to the student's account.

Q: What are the conditions for renewing the Schindler Igniting Minds Scholarship in subsequent academic years?

The Schindler Igniting Minds Scholarship is designed to be renewable annually across the duration of diploma and degree courses. To ensure renewal, students are required to maintain consistent passing grades in their examinations and must not have any academic backlogs. For the 2025-26 academic year, the Vidyasaarathi portal has specifically opened applications for renewal scholarships, emphasizing continuous support for meritorious students.

Schindler India Pvt. Ltd. · All India

Annual Award₹20k+

Deadline15 Jan

Scheme Name	Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship
Provided By	Schindler India Pvt. Ltd.
Eligibility Summary	Diploma & Undergraduate · Family income up to ₹3 Lakh/year

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About the Program

The Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship provides ₹20,000 to ₹50,000 per year to meritorious students from economically disadvantaged families across India pursuing Polytechnic Diploma and Engineering degrees in core technical trades.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹20k+

The scholarship offers varying annual amounts based on the course level: ₹10,000 for ITI students, ₹20,000 for Diploma students, and ₹50,000 for BE/B.Tech students. This financial aid is intended to cover institute tuition fees, examination costs, and technical study materials. It is compulsory for scholarship applicants to have a bank account for disbursement, implying a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) model.

₹20,000/year for Diploma students (and up to ₹50,000 for B.Tech) to cover technical education expenses.

Note: Must be enrolled in technical diploma or engineering with family income below ₹3 Lakhs.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Diploma & Undergraduate
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Minimum Marks	35%
Income Limit	Up to ₹3 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	All
Domicile State	All India

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Class 10 and Class 12 Marksheets (minimum 60% aggregate)
✓Diploma / Degree Admission Confirmation Letter or College Identity Card
✓Official College Tuition Fee Receipts and fee structure
✓Family Income Certificate (< ₹3,00,000/year from Tahsildar/Revenue Officer)
✓Aadhaar Card / Government Identity Proof
✓Student Bank Account Passbook copy showing active account and IFSC

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on academic merit (marks in qualifying examinations) and verified household income
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Eligibility criteria vary by course and application type (fresh/renewal)
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For renewal applications for the 2025-26 academic year on Vidyasaarathi, a minimum of 35% in Class 10 is required for ITI and Diploma courses, while for BE/B.Tech courses, a minimum of 60% in Class 12 and Diploma is required
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Other sources suggest general criteria such as a minimum of 50% for ITI & Diploma and 60% for BE/B.Tech in the preceding class, or 60% for Diploma and 75% for BE/B.Tech
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The scholarship is open to Indian citizens, and preference is given to female students
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The annual family income must be less than ₹3,00,000 for ITI and Diploma students, and less than ₹5,00,000 for BE/B.Tech students
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Employees of Schindler India Pvt Ltd or their children are not eligible.

Renewal Policy

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The Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship is generally renewable annually across all diploma and degree course years
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To be eligible for renewal, students must maintain consistent passing grades and not have any academic backlogs
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For the academic year 2025-26, the Vidyasaarathi portal specifically lists 'Schindler Igniting Minds Renewal Scholarship' opportunities for ITI, Diploma, and BE/B.Tech courses, indicating ongoing support for existing scholars.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Create Vidyasaarathi Profile
Begin by registering on the official Vidyasaarathi portal (vidyasaarathi.co.in). Complete your student profile thoroughly with all requested personal and academic details.
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Search Scheme
Once logged in, use the search function to find the 'Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship'. Ensure you select the scholarship that matches your current course level (ITI, Diploma, or B.E./B.Tech) and the relevant academic year (e.g., 2025-26 renewal).
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Enter Technical Course Details
Accurately input details about your diploma or engineering stream, the name of your educational institution, and provide a verified breakdown of your college fees.
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Upload Documents
Prepare and upload scanned copies of all necessary documents. These typically include: Class 10 and Class 12 Marksheets, Diploma/Degree Admission Confirmation Letter or College Identity Card, Official College Tuition Fee Receipts and fee structure, Family Income Certificate (from an authorized officer like Tahsildar/Revenue Officer), Aadhaar Card/Government Identity Proof, and a copy of your student bank passbook showing an active account and IFSC code. All uploaded documents must be clear and in either .jpeg or .png format.
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Review and Submit
Carefully review all the information and documents uploaded to ensure accuracy before submitting your application.
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Verification & Award
After successful submission, your application will undergo a verification process. Eligible candidates will then be awarded the scholarship. Note that for the 2025-26 academic year, specific renewal scholarship applications on Vidyasaarathi have a start date of August 7, 2025, and an end date of September 20, 2025.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible to apply for the Schindler Igniting Minds (SIM) Scholarship for 2025-26 or 2026?

The scholarship is primarily for Indian citizens pursuing ITI, Diploma, and Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) courses. For renewal applications in 2025-26, specific academic criteria include a minimum of 35% in Class 10 for ITI/Diploma, and 60% in Class 12 and Diploma for BE/B.Tech. The annual family income must be below ₹3,00,000 for ITI/Diploma students and under ₹5,00,000 for BE/B.Tech students. Employees of Schindler India Pvt Ltd or their children are not eligible, and preference may be given to female students.

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