About the Scholarship:
The K.C. Mahindra Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies is a prestigious initiative designed to support meritorious Indian students pursuing postgraduate education. The trust established this program to promote higher education and empower talented students through financial assistance.
Notably, the scholarship primarily supports students pursuing postgraduate studies abroad or at select premier institutions in India. It provides interest-free loan scholarships to help students access world-class education and research opportunities.
Over the years, the program has supported more than 1,800 students studying at leading global universities. The initiative continues to encourage academic excellence and global learning.
Last Date to Apply:
- Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
- Applications are currently open for the 2026 academic session
Scholarship Benefits:
Selected students receive financial support through an interest-free loan scholarship. The benefits include:
1 Up to ₹10,00,000 for the top 3 K.C. Mahindra Fellows
2 Up to ₹5,00,000 for other selected scholars
3 Financial support for postgraduate education at leading universities in India or abroad
These benefits help students reduce the financial burden of higher education and focus on academic excellence.
Eligibility Criteria :
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
1 The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
2 The applicant should have a First-Class degree or equivalent diploma from a recognized university.
3 The student must have secured admission or applied for a postgraduate program at a recognized institution.
4 Final-year students can also apply, provided they submit their final marksheet or provisional certificate before the deadline specified by the trust.
Documents Required :
Applicants must upload scanned copies of the following documents during the application process:
1 Admission letter from the university (or proof of application)
2 Letter of recommendation from a referee
3 Statement of Purpose (SOP)
4 GRE / GMAT score (if applicable)
5 IELTS / TOEFL score (if applicable)
6 Degree certificates and academic mark sheets
7 Rank certificate (if applicable)
8 Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
9 School Leaving Certificate
10 Age proof (Passport or Aadhaar card)
11 Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Selection Process :
The scholarship selection process involves several stages:
1 Online application submission with required documents.
2 Initial screening based on academic performance and eligibility.
3 Shortlisting of candidates for further evaluation.
4 Final selection based on academic merit, achievements, and overall profile.
Key Notes:
1 Applications open now for academic year 2026.
2 The scholarship is not applicable for undergraduate studies, seminars, or conferences.
Official website :
https://www.kcmet.org/index.aspx
Application Link:
https://scholarship.kcmet.org/
Contact Details:
Office Address:
K. C. Mahindra Education Trust
Cecil Court, Near Regal Cinema, Mahakavi Bhushan Marg, Mumbai 400001.
Email ID: dmello.sabina@mahindra.com
For Queries: https://www.kcmet.org/get-in-touch.aspx