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Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships

India is poised to lead the next wave of global change - from artificial intelligence to clean energy, biotechnology to advanced manufacturing, the nation is rapidly establishing itself as a hub for technology, research, and innovation, powered by a thriving digital infrastructure, vibrant startup culture, and youthful, ambitious workforce.

The nation’s flagship missions such as Digital India, Startup India, the National Quantum Mission, and Atmanirbhar Bharat are underpinned by the need for empowered technical talent. Our aspirations rest on the shoulders of our young innovators.

India’s vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047 aims to create a future-ready, inclusive, and self-reliant society. The next 25 years are critical to harnessing our demographic dividend, technological prowess, and spirit of innovation to shape a new India that leads in solving global challenges.

The Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship is rooted in this vision. It aims to nurture a new generation of scientists, technologists, and changemakers who will lead India towards Viksit Bharat.

Each year, Reliance Foundation identifies 100 of India’s brightest postgraduate students from select future-ready courses in the fields of Engineering and Life Sciences to join the country’s most prestigious cohort of scholars. Through a generous grant and a robust development programme, these students will be empowered to pursue advanced studies and research in areas critical to national development and global progress.

First-year postgraduate students from institutes across India pursuing degree programmes in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Sciences, Mathematics and Computing, Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Renewable and New Energy, Material Science & Engineering and Life Sciences are eligible to apply.

Scholars will not only benefit from financial support but also from holistic development opportunities, including expert interactions, industry exposure, and volunteering engagements. Through this, the programme aspires to create a dynamic cohort of future leaders who will innovate for the benefit of society and the world.

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Scholarship Features
  • Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships aim to nurture a new generation of scientists, technologists, and changemakers who will lead India towards Viksit Bharat.
  • The Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarships will identify and select the best and brightest students in India through a rigorous and competitive selection process.
  • We welcome applicants from all socio-economic backgrounds and scholarships will be granted on the basis of merit.
  • Up to 100 postgraduate scholars will be selected.
  • The total amount of scholarship available over the duration of the degree programme, will be up to Rs/INR 6 Lakhs.
  • 80% of the funds will be granted in advance at the start of each academic year, to use for tuition and direct academic expenses. The remaining 20% of the funds will be granted upon request to support professional development, including indirect academic and personal development expenses, including conference related expenses.
  • Scholars will also benefit from additional engagement and development activities (including the chance to attend talks and workshops with leading global experts, opportunities to apply for mentoring/internships, volunteering opportunities, a strong alumni network and more), and will join a vibrant community of scholars that will be at the forefront of creating and building a new India.
Scholarship Values
Excellence
Scholars who are committed to excellence, in spirit and action, in everything they pursue, both academic and non-academic. Scholars who have a mindset of giving their best, seeking new and better ways to approach challenges and continually work to improve themselves.
Leadership Potential
Scholars who have the potential and ambition to become India’s and the World’s Leaders of Tomorrow.
Integrity
Scholars who strive to be honest and forthright. They take accountability and responsibility for their actions, decisions, and behaviours.
Community Commitment
Scholars who show a moral force of character and instinct to lead in their communities for the advancement of society. Scholars who have a commitment to work for social good and give back to society.
Growth Mindset
Embodying Reliance’s spirit that “Growth is Life” we are looking for scholars that dream big and have an ever-evolving spirit. They possess a love of learning and continually striving to develop and improve themselves and support others to do the same.
Courage
Scholars who are resilient, patient, and tenacious. Students who embrace challenges with passion and conviction as opportunities to grow.
Application and Selection Process

Applications for the 2025-26 scholarships are open till October 4, 2025.

Eligibility Questionnaire
To apply, students need to first fill the eligibility questionnaire in our website:
Application Form
Students fill and submit applications through our Application Portal:
  • Personal, Academic and Extra-curricular details
  • Two Letters of Reference: One that attests to your academic capabilities and one that attests to your character and leadership traits
  • Academic/ Prof. Info
  • Two Essays: Personal Statement and Statement of Purpose
  • Supporting Documents
Aptitude Test
All applicants to answer the online aptitude test
Test duration will be 60 mins and will contain 60 Multiple Choice Questions
Components of the test include verbal ability, analytical and logical ability and numerical ability
Evaluation Stage
FIRST LEVEL SELECTION
Applications will be evaluated by an expert panel of industry experts, academicians and leaders in the field
Interview Stage
SECOND LEVEL SELECTION
Interview preparation webinars will be conducted for all candidates
Interviews will be held virtually by the expert panel
Selection
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SCHOLARS
Up to 100 scholars
All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of merit
Eligibility Criteria

Reliance Foundation invites first year postgraduate students who are enrolled full-time in an eligible degree programme (in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics & Computing, Electrical and/or Electronics Engg., Chemical Engg., Mechanical Engg., Renewable & New Energy, Material Science & Engg. and Life Sciences) to apply.


             

You must fulfil the following eligibility criteria in order to apply:

  • Be a resident Indian citizen
  • First year PG Students who secured a score of 550 - 1,000 in the GATE Examination.
    OR
    Students who have scored 7.5 or above in their Undergraduate CGPA (or % normalised to CGPA)
  • Eligible degree programmes – Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics & Computing, Electrical/or Electronics Engg., Chemical Engg., Mechanical Engg., Renewable & New Energy, Material, Science & Engg. and Life Sciences (as per the list above).

Following students are not eligible:

  • Students who are in the 2nd year of their PG programme
  • Students pursuing their degree through online, remote, distance, hybrid, part-time or any other non-regular modes
  • Students pursuing only Mathematics cannot apply under Mathematics & Computing
  • Students who do not answer the mandatory aptitude test or are found cheating during the test

Media Gallery
Reliance Foundation Scholars

Here are some of the stories of our previous scholars:

Saheli Roy Chowdhury

M.Tech, Radio Frequency Design and Technology

Saransh Tiwari

M.Sc, Applied Statistics and Informatics

Jayadeep More

M.Tech, Computer Science and Engineering

Tushar Kadam

M. Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

Priya Bhatia

M. Tech in Artificial Intelligence

Nitish Gupta

M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

Sauw Hritik Ramchandra

Master of Science in Applied Mathematics and Computing

Pratyaksha Sinha

M.Tech. In Computer Sciences & Engineering