Narotam Sekhsaria Post Graduate Scholarship Programme 2024 is a merit-based scholarship initiative by the Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation that aims to provide financial assistance to outstanding Indian students aspiring to pursue higher education at prestigious institutions in India and abroad. Selected students will receive an interest-free loan along with mentorship to support them in navigating their academic and professional endeavors.
About Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation
The Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation is a non-profit organization established through an endowment from Mr. Narotam Sekhsaria, an entrepreneurial visionary deeply committed to social causes.
A distinguished graduate of the University Department of Chemical Technology (UDCT), Mr. Sekhsaria propelled Gujarat Ambuja Cements to become the most efficient cement company in India.
In 2002, he founded the Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation to address health, education, and employment challenges by implementing its own initiatives and collaborating with other organizations.
Driven by his vision to foster and acknowledge intellectual excellence, he initiated the scholarship program. Through its postgraduate scholarships, the Foundation aims to empower outstanding students to pursue advanced studies at esteemed institutions both in India and abroad.
- Applicants must be Indian citizens.
- Applicants must be below 30 years of age as of January 31, 2024.
- Applicants must hold a graduate degree from an accredited Indian university.
- Applicants should be planning to pursue a postgraduate degree at a top-ranking institution in India or abroad, commencing in Fall 2024.
Note:
- Applicants awaiting university acceptance are eligible, but the scholarship award is contingent upon securing admission.
- Final-year students or those awaiting results are also eligible.
- The selected candidate will be awarded an interest-free scholarship loan to pursue advanced studies at esteemed institutions, along with mentorship support.
Note: Repayment of interest-free scholarship loans will only commence one year after course completion in easy instalments.
The below documents are only required if you are shortlisted for the interview round.
- Attested copies of marksheets for:
- Undergraduate study (all years)
- Postgraduate study (if applicable)
- Attested copies of scorecards from any qualifying examination taken (e.g., GRE, GMAT, CAT, GATE)
- Acceptance letter, including the fee structure
- Reference letter
- Documentation of funding from any other scholarships, awards, fee waivers, etc.
- Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parent(s)/guardian(s)
- A copy of a valid passport (if applicable)
- Disabled certificate (if applicable)
Note: The Foundation reserves the right to request additional documents to verify the information provided.
Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Register’ button and fill in the required registration details. (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to the ‘Apply Now’ button and click on it. Now, click on the ‘Sign Up’ button under the ‘Need an Account?’ section.
Step 4: Enter the email, create a password, and confirm the password to sign up.
Step 5: After signing up, log in using the email address and password created during the registration process.
Step 6: Fill in the details in ‘Full Application Part 1-2-3’ and submit the form.
Note:
- Applicants are required to make a non-refundable payment of ₹500 while applying.
- An automated confirmation email will be sent to the registered email address after successfully applying for the opportunity.
