Merit-cum-Means • All Levels
SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship 2026
Provider: State Bank of India (SBI) | Grant / Award: ₹15,000 – ₹15,00,000 depending on the study track | Deadline: Applications typically open in July and close in early September — confirm this cycle's exact dates on the official portal.
One of India's largest scholarship initiatives, supporting meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds — from Class 9 all the way to studying abroad. Covers school, undergraduate, postgraduate, medical, IIT, IIM and overseas study tracks.
Detailed Scheme Overview
One of India's largest scholarship initiatives, supporting meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds — from Class 9 all the way to studying abroad. Covers school, undergraduate, postgraduate, medical, IIT, IIM and overseas study tracks.
Eligibility Criteria
- School (Class 9-12): Minimum 7.5 CGPA or 75% marks (65% SC/ST, 60% PwBD); family income ≤ ₹3,00,000
- UG/PG: Minimum 7.5 CGPA or 75% marks; family income ≤ ₹6,00,000; Top 300 NIRF or NAAC 'A' & above institution
- Medical: Currently pursuing MBBS at AIIMS or a Top 50 NIRF Medical College, with a valid NEET scorecard
- IIT: Studying at one of the 23 IITs, with a valid JEE Advanced scorecard
- IIM: Studying at one of the 22 IIMs, with a valid CAT scorecard
- Overseas: Indian Nationals holding an offer for a PG+ program at a QS Top 200 university, with GRE/GMAT/MCAT/LNAT/LSAT scorecard
Documents Required
- Academic Records: Marksheets from the previous and latest year (Class 10 / 12 / semester, as applicable).
- Identity Proof: Government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar, plus a recent passport-size photograph.
- Financial Documents: Family income proof and a bank passbook (SBI preferred).
- Admission Proof: Bonafide/admission proof from your institution and the latest fee receipt.
- Personal Documents: Caste certificate for reserved categories and a family photograph.
- Additional Documents: Entrance scorecards, offer letters, or a disability certificate as relevant to your track.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Create your account: Register on the official SBI Asha Scholarship portal with your mobile number and email.
- Choose your track: Select the study level that applies to you — school, UG, PG, medical, IIT, IIM or overseas.
- Fill the application form: Enter academic, personal and financial details accurately.
- Upload documents: Attach scanned copies of all required documents in the specified format.
- Review and submit: Double-check every section, then submit before the deadline.
- Track your status: Log back into the portal periodically to check application and disbursal status.