Who Can Apply for the SBI Asha Scholarship 2025-26? Detailed Eligibility for All Categories

The SBI Foundation’s Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship for 2025-26 aims to promote academic excellence among students from financially weaker families across India. The initiative covers multiple education levels, from school to postgraduate and professional programs, offering crucial financial aid to empower deserving students.

For School Students (Classes 9–12)

Applicants must be Indian nationals currently studying in Classes 9 to 12 with a minimum of 75% marks in the previous academic year. A 10% relaxation (67.5%) is allowed for SC/ST students. The gross annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000. Additionally, 50% of the slots are reserved for females and 50% for SC/ST students. Applicants must have an SBI Bank account to apply.

For Undergraduate Students

Open for Indian nationals pursuing undergraduate studies in premier colleges or universities ranked among the Top 300 in the NIRF rankings. Students must have secured at least 7 CGPA or 75% marks, with a maximum family income of ₹6,00,000 per year.

For Postgraduate Students

Applicants pursuing postgraduate degrees from India’s top 300 NIRF-ranked institutions are eligible. They must have scored 7 CGPA or 75% marks and have a family income of up to ₹6,00,000.

For Medical, IIT, and IIM Students

Students from recognised medical colleges, IITs, and IIMs (any academic year) are eligible if they have scored 7 CGPA/75% marks and have a family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000. These categories are open to Indian nationals only.

For Overseas Students (SC/ST Category)

This category is open to Indian nationals belonging to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes pursuing postgraduate or higher studies at international institutions ranked in the Top 200 by QS or THE World University Rankings for 2024-25. Applicants must have a minimum of 7 CGPA/75% marks and a family income up to ₹6,00,000.

Also Read: SBI Asha Scholarship 2025 Last Date November 15, 2025!

Conclusion

The SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship 2025-26 reinforces the bank’s mission to make education accessible for all. By supporting talented students across academic levels and prestigious institutions, the scholarship not only reduces financial barriers but also nurtures India’s future leaders in diverse fields.

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a private recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.