About Dr Reddy’s Foundation
Dr Reddy’s Foundation is a not-for-profit organization set up in 1996 to enable socially and economically vulnerable groups to take control of their lives. We develop and test innovative solutions to address complex social problems and promote the scaling up of impact by leveraging partnerships. We work with Children, Youth (including persons with disabilities), Women and Households across 18 States in India.
About the scholarship
Sashakt Scholarship is a one-of-its-kind initiative to encourage young women across India to prepare for and pursue a career in science. It provides a level playing ground to girl students, especially from rural India and low socio-economic backgrounds, to get access to quality education in some of India’s best science institutions by offering financial support and mentorship throughout their undergraduate studies.
Salient Features are:
- The scholarship covers all three years of study towards earning a B.Sc. degree
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.Limited scholarships available, for students securing admissions in any of the 12 listed science colleges.
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With a lead woman scientists as mentor, the scholars are guided through the crucial stages of their education, apart from having a role model for a career in science.
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The scholarship award is Rs 2,40,000 (Rs 80,000/year) for three years of study, which covers the college tuition fees, study expenses and basic living costs.
Who can apply?
- Bright, young girls with a record of academic excellence, confident of getting admission in India’s best science colleges, can apply as soon as they complete their Class XII examinations.
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Only students who opt to study pure/natural science courses for their graduation are eligible for this scholarship.
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Preference will be given to students with rural backgrounds, economically weak backgrounds and interest in scientific research.
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IMPORTANT: The scholarship will be given only to students who have confirmed admissions to any of the colleges listed.
Application Process
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Register
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Fill application and submit documents (1st May 2022 onwards)
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Select institution/s
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Submit admission offer from any one institution (by 31 Aug 2022)
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Wait for selection confirmation email
Documents Required
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X Std. Certificate – Mandatory
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X Std. Mark sheets – Optional
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XII Std./ 10+2 Mark sheets – Mandatory
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XII Std./ 10+2 Certificate – Optional
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Income Certificate – Mandatory for household income less than Rs 5 lakhs
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Disability Certificate – Mandatory for PwD Candidates
Applicable Institutions
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Bangalore : Department of Science, Christ (Deemed to be University) Mount Carmel College St Joseph’s College
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Chennai : Madras Christian College, Stella Maris College, Presidency College, Loyola College
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Delhi : Miranda House, Hindu College, St. Stephen’s College, Sri Venkateswara College, Hansraj College, ARSDC, Gargi College
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Hyderabad : St. Francis Degree College for Women , Loyola Academy
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Kolkata: St. Xavier`s College, Loreto College
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Mumbai : Mithibai College, Sophia College for Women
Contact
DR REDDY’S FOUNDATION
6-3-655/12, Somajiguda, Hyderabad-500082.
PHONE: +91-40-65343424, 23304199 /1868
FAX: +91-40-23301085
EMAIL: info(at)sashaktscholarship.org
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