Azim Premji Foundation
Complete Guide
Azim Premji Scholarship 2026-27 – Full Guide for Girls' Higher Education
Everything you need to know about the Azim Premji Scholarship 2026-27 — eligibility, ₹30,000/year benefit, documents, and how to apply, for girl students from government schools joining the first year of an undergraduate/diploma course across 21 states/UTs. This guide covers both application rounds and the renewal process, and will be updated as new dates are announced.
📋 Status as of 7 September 2026: Round 1 (10–31 August 2026) has closed. Round 2 is scheduled for 10–31 January 2027 for those who missed Round 1. Renewal applications for the 2024 and 2025 cohorts (for AY 2026-27) open from 15 September 2026 — existing scholars should watch for that window instead of filing a fresh application.
Quick Highlights
Scholarship Amount: ₹30,000 per year
Duration: 2–5 years (up to ₹1.5 lakh total)
Eligible: Girl students from Govt Schools
Mode: Online
Round 2: 10–31 Jan 2027
21 Eligible States/UTs
No Application Fee
Not Merit-Based
Important Dates — 2026-27 Cohort
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 Application Window | 10 – 31 August 2026 | Closed |
| Renewal Window for 2024 & 2025 Cohorts (AY 2026-27) | Opens 15 September 2026 | Upcoming |
| Round 2 Application (Expected) | 10 – 31 January 2027 | Upcoming |
| Disbursal of Previous Rounds | Ongoing | Check portal for status |
📌 If you already applied in a previous cohort (2024 or 2025) and are continuing your course, you don't need to submit a fresh application — look out for the Renewal Application window opening 15 September 2026 for academic year 2026-27 and log in with your existing ID.
📌 Missed Round 1 for a first-time application? You can still apply in Round 2, from 10 to 31 January 2027, provided you meet the eligibility criteria below.
Eligibility Criteria (2026-27 Cohort)
- Must be a girl student who has passed both Class 10 and Class 12 as a regular student from a government school or college in an eligible state/UT.
- Must have taken admission in the first year (for academic session 2026-27) as a regular student of a recognised undergraduate degree or diploma programme (2–5 years) at a government or a credible, bona fide private college/university, anywhere in India. This must be your first undergraduate degree or diploma after Class 12.
- There is no age limit to apply.
- The scholarship is not merit-based — no minimum marks or academic ranking is required.
You are NOT eligible if:
- You have secured admission in any programme of Azim Premji University for academic year 2026-27 or before.
- You are or have been a recipient of any Wipro scholarship (e.g., the Santoor scholarship).
- You are pursuing your course in distance learning mode — only regular students are eligible.
- You are already in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th year of your undergraduate degree/diploma.
Eligible States & Union Territories (2026-27)
Girl students who completed Class 10 and 12 as regular students from a government school/college in any of the following 21 states/UTs can apply:
Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi (NCT), Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
✅ New for 2026-27: Andhra Pradesh and Delhi (NCT) have been newly added to the list of eligible states/UTs this cohort, expanding coverage from 19 to 21 states/UTs.
Scholarship Benefits
- ₹30,000 annually for the entire duration of the undergraduate degree or diploma programme (2 to 5 years) — up to ₹1.5 lakh in total.
- Disbursed directly to the student's bank account, typically in two instalments per year.
- Funds can be used for tuition, books, transportation, hostel fees, or other educational expenses — no restrictions on how the money is used.
- Continuation each year is subject to renewal and staying enrolled as a regular student.
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Visit the official Azim Premji Foundation scholarship portal (link below).
- Click on "New Registrations – 2026 Cohort" if applying for the first time in Round 2, or "Login" if you already have an account (including for renewal).
- Enter your mobile number and verify it using the OTP sent to you.
- Create your user ID and password (if registering for the first time).
- Log in and fill in your personal, academic, and course details carefully.
- Upload all required documents in the correct format and size (see below).
- Review your complete application carefully before final submission — there is no application fee to pay.
- Submit the form and save/print the confirmation for your records.
Documents Required
All documents must be uploaded online through the official portal only, in PDF/PNG/JPG format, between 30 KB and 500 KB each. Do not submit blurred, password-protected, cropped, edited, or handwritten-over documents.
- Passport Photograph: A 2x2 inch recent coloured photo of your front-face view taken in the last 6 months. No selfies, filters, emojis, or other objects/people in frame.
- Aadhaar Card: A clear, coloured, unedited soft copy of the front side showing your name, photograph, date of birth, and gender. No screenshots or blurred/photocopied versions.
- Bank Details: A clear, unedited soft copy of the first page of your bank passbook (account holder's name, account number, IFSC, branch clearly visible) — or a 1-month bank statement if a passbook isn't available. Account must be an active savings account in a scheduled commercial bank.
- Class 10 Marksheet: Clear, unedited soft copy of the original marksheet — not an online marksheet, transfer/leaving certificate, or edited/cropped copy.
- Class 12 Marksheet: Same requirements as above, for Class 12.
- College Admission Proof: Either your Bonafide Certificate OR Tuition Fee Receipt, clearly showing your name, college name, degree/course name, year of study, course start date, issue date, academic year, and the seal/signature of the issuing authority.
📌 Detailed, illustrated document guidelines (with sample dos and don'ts) are available in English, Hindi, Kannada, Odia, Assamese, and Telugu — see the Important Links section below.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| New Registration | Register Here |
| Login (Already Registered / Renewal) | Login Here |
| Official Applications Page | azimpremjifoundation.org |
| Document Guidelines (English PDF) | Download |
| Document Guidelines (Assamese PDF) | Download |
| Document Guidelines (Hindi PDF) | Download |
| Renewal Application (2024/2025 Cohorts) | View Page |
| WhatsApp Support (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM) | 9019960536 |
⚠️ Fraud Alert: Azim Premji Foundation does NOT charge any fee at any stage of the application process. Beware of impostors or third parties asking for payment in the Foundation's name — apply only through the official portal linked above.
About the Programme
This scholarship empowers girl students from disadvantaged backgrounds who studied in government schools, providing equal opportunities for higher education regardless of financial or academic constraints. It is backed by the Wipro Group.
- 2024-25 (Pilot): Rolled out in over 100 districts across Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, supporting 25,000+ girl students.
- 2025-26: Expanded to 18 states and 1 Union Territory; over 1.95 lakh girl students supported so far.
- 2026-27: Expanded further to 21 states/UTs with the addition of Andhra Pradesh and Delhi (NCT). The Foundation's long-term goal is to support 5 lakh girls every year, which — assuming an average 3-year course duration — would mean around 15 lakh girls on the scholarship at any given time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply for the Azim Premji Scholarship 2026-27?
Girl students who passed Class 10 and 12 as regular students from a government school/college in one of the 21 eligible states/UTs, and who have taken admission in the first year of a recognised 2–5 year undergraduate degree or diploma course for academic session 2026-27.
Has Round 1 closed? When can I still apply?
Yes, Round 1 (10–31 August 2026) has closed. If you missed it, you can apply in Round 2, expected from 10 to 31 January 2027. Existing 2024/2025 scholars should instead use the renewal window opening 15 September 2026.
How much financial support is given?
Each selected student receives ₹30,000 annually for the full duration of her course (2–5 years), which can total up to ₹1.5 lakh.
Is there any application fee?
No, the application process is completely free at every stage. Be cautious of anyone asking for payment in the Foundation's name.
How will the scholarship be disbursed?
The scholarship is transferred directly to the student's bank account, typically in two instalments per year.
Can students already receiving other scholarships apply?
Students already admitted to Azim Premji University programmes, or who are/have been recipients of a Wipro scholarship (such as the Santoor scholarship), are not eligible.
I already applied in 2024 or 2025 — do I need to apply again?
No. If you're continuing your course from a previous cohort, use the Renewal Application for academic year 2026-27 instead, opening 15 September 2026 — not a fresh registration.
Is the scholarship awarded based on merit or family income?
No. Selection is not based on marks, academic ranking, income, caste, or religion — only on meeting the eligibility criteria listed above.
Is there an age limit to apply?
No, there is no age limit, as long as the eligibility criteria (schooling, admission year, course type) are met.
Am I eligible if I'm studying via distance learning?
No. You must be a first-year regular student of a recognised degree or diploma course — distance learning mode is not eligible.
