Eligibility — Quick Summary

Scholarship Amount & Benefits

Candidates selected under the Aadhar Kaushal Scholarship Program will receive financial support as follows:

• Scholarship Range: ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per selected student.
• Amount Calculation: The final scholarship amount is decided based on:
  • Actual course fee structure of the college/university, and
  • Supporting documents like fee receipts and income proofs.
• Eligible Expenses: The scholarship is generally meant to help with:
  • Tuition / programme fees
  • Examination fees
  • Other approved academic charges levied by the institution

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents in clear scanned format before filling the online form:

• Recent passport-size photograph of the applicant.
• Aadhaar Card or valid identity proof of the applicant.
• Proof of current UG admission/enrolment — Admission letter, bonafide certificate or valid college ID.
• Course fee structure or latest fee receipt issued by the institution (tuition, exam and other academic fees).
• Previous year mark sheet / last qualifying exam result showing at least 60% marks.
• Annual family income proof, such as:
  • Income certificate issued by competent authority, and/or
  • ITR / salary slips / other acceptable proofs.
• Government-issued disability certificate clearly mentioning physical disability.
• Self-declaration that the student is not availing any other scholarship.

Tip: Ensure your name, date of birth and other details are consistent across Aadhaar, academic records, bank account and application form to avoid verification issues.

How to Apply — Step-by-Step

1. Open the official scholarship page on Buddy4Study:
   Aadhar Kaushal Scholarship Program for Youth with Disabilities
2. Click on the “Apply Now” button on the scholarship page.
3. Login with your Buddy4Study ID or click “Register” to create a new account (for first-time users).
4. After login, you will be redirected to the scholarship application form. Click on “Start Application”.
5. Complete the eligibility check by entering basic information and proceed.
6. Fill in all required details — personal, academic, institute, income and bank details carefully.
7. Upload all mandatory documents in the specified file format and size.
8. Verify all details using the preview option, then accept the terms & conditions and click “Submit” to complete your application.

For technical issues or doubts regarding the form, candidates can use the contact details or help section provided on the Buddy4Study portal.

Important Instructions

• Read the full scholarship details and eligibility conditions on the Buddy4Study page before applying.
• Use an active email ID and mobile number as all communication may be sent through them.
• Upload clear, readable scans of documents. Blurred or incomplete images may lead to rejection.
• Ensure your bank account details are correct and the account is active for scholarship disbursal.
• Do not wait till the last date (13 January 2026); apply early to avoid last-minute technical problems.

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