Academic
Enrolled in Class 10, 11, 12 or an undergraduate program at a recognised institution, with at least 60% aggregate in your previous year.
Student scholarship · Telangana
Saksham Scholarship
Program
Your Ambition. Our Support.
A transparent, need-based scholarship that pays your tuition fees — up to ₹1,00,000 a year — directly to your school or college. For students from Class 10 to Undergraduate.
Applications for the 2026–27 cycle are announced on the student portal.
Who can apply
Class 10 to Undergraduate
Scholarship value
Actual fees, up to ₹1,00,000 / year
How it's paid
Direct to your institution
Selection
Need, academics & ambition — nothing else
Sec. 12A Registered
80G Approved
CSR-1 Filed
Regn. No. 808 of 2019
No caste, religion or gender bias
01 — Am I eligible?
Three simple checks
Financial
Your family income falls within the ceiling notified for the year, and your need can be shown through documents. Priority goes to students with no other scholarship.
Personal
An Indian citizen residing in the Telangana / Secunderabad region, with a clear educational or career goal.
Marks below 60%? In exceptional cases the Selection Committee can relax this — apply and explain your situation.
02 — How it works
Four steps, all tracked online
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01
Apply online
Register on the student portal, fill the form and upload your documents. You get an Application ID to track everything.
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02
Verification
The team checks your documents and confirms your fees with your institution. They may call or visit to understand your situation.
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03
Interview
Shortlisted students meet an independent 9-member committee, in person or online. They decide by majority vote — no single person chooses.
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04
Fees paid to your college
If selected, your fees go straight to your institution's bank account. The money never passes through anyone's hands — including yours.
Your result appears on the portal either way, and you can re-apply in the next cycle if not selected. Renewable every year through graduation if you stay eligible.
03 — How you're scored
One matrix for everyone
Every application is scored the same way, then placed before an independent committee. Nobody is judged on impression — and financial need carries more weight than marks.
04 — What to get ready
Documents you'll need
Scans or clear phone photographs are accepted — you do not need attested copies to apply.
Identity
Aadhaar or any government photo ID of you and a parent or guardian, proof of residence, and a passport-size photo.
Academic
Last year's marksheet, and your admission letter, bonafide certificate or ID card.
Income
Income certificate, salary slips or a self-declaration. BPL or ration card if you have one.
Optional
Fee structure from your institution, and a recommendation letter from a teacher or principal if you can get one.
05 — Questions before you start?
Quick answers
My marks are average. Should I still apply?
Yes. Academics are 30% of the score — financial need carries more weight than marks do.
Does anyone need to recommend me?
No. A recommendation helps, but it is optional and worth 10%. You can apply entirely on your own.
Will the money come to me?
No. Fees are paid straight to your school or college, so there's nothing for you to manage or account for.
What if I'm not selected this year?
You may apply again in the next window. Waitlisted students are also considered when funds free up.
Does my caste, religion or community matter?
No. Selection is based only on financial need, academics and ambition — this is a published rule of the program.
Can I keep the scholarship next year?
Yes — it's renewable through graduation if you pass your year, stay in the same program and submit your annual progress report. Renewal is reviewed each year.
The only application certain to fail is the one never sent.
Your ambition. Our support.
Questions? Just ask.
Reach out about eligibility, documents or your application status. Asking costs nothing, and no question is too small. Complaints and grievances are acknowledged within 3 working days.
Raise a question or grievance