SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship 2026-27
SBI Foundation (CSR arm of State Bank of India)
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About This Scholarship
The SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship is run by SBI Foundation, the CSR arm of State Bank of India, for meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds. It has seven tracks, from Class 9 school students to study abroad: school (Classes 9 to 12), undergraduate, postgraduate, MBBS, IIT, IIM and overseas study. Yearly awards go up to Rs 15,000 for school students, Rs 75,000 for undergraduates, Rs 1.5 lakh for postgraduates, Rs 2 lakh for MBBS and IIT students, Rs 5 lakh for IIM students and Rs 15 lakh for study abroad. Every track needs at least 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA in the previous academic year (65% for SC and ST candidates, 60% for candidates with benchmark disabilities) and family income within a limit of Rs 3 lakh for school students and Rs 6 lakh for the other tracks.
By default seats are reserved: 50% for women and 50% for men, 25% for SC candidates, 25% for ST candidates and 5% for persons with benchmark disabilities. Applications for 2026-27 ran from 22 July to 19 September 2026 on the portal sbiashascholarship.co.in, which the SBI Foundation page names as the place to apply. The portal now shows applications as closed and renewal as open for scholars of 2025-26. The scholarship is meant to support selected scholars for the whole course, subject to satisfactory academic performance and the eligibility conditions each year. The number of awards for 2026-27 is not published on the pages read.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Provider | SBI Foundation, CSR arm of State Bank of India |
| Tracks | School (Classes 9-12), undergraduate, postgraduate, MBBS, IIT, IIM, study abroad |
| Amount | Up to Rs 15,000 to up to Rs 15,00,000 a year, by track |
| Income limit | Rs 3,00,000 (school); Rs 6,00,000 (all other tracks) |
| Minimum marks | 75% or 7.5 CGPA (65% for SC and ST, 60% for PwBD) |
| Applications 2026-27 | 22 July to 19 September 2026 (closed); renewal open for 2025-26 scholars |
| Portal | sbiashascholarship.co.in |
Sources: the SBI Asha scholarship portal and the SBI Foundation Asha scholarship page. Checked on 5 October 2026.
Provider
SBI Foundation (CSR arm of State Bank of India)
Type
Merit-based
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
Course duration, subject to performance and continued eligibility each year
Course duration, subject to performance and continued eligibility each year
Duration
Yearly award of up to Rs 15,000 (Classes 9-12), Rs 75,000 (undergraduate), Rs 1,50,000 (postgraduate), Rs 2,00,000 (MBBS and IIT), Rs 5,00,000 (IIM) and Rs 15,00,000 (study abroad); the amounts are ceilings for each track
Coverage
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Marks | At least 7.5 CGPA or 75% in the previous academic year (65% for SC and ST, 60% for PwBD) in every track |
| School | Classes 9 to 12; family income up to Rs 3,00,000 |
| Undergraduate and postgraduate | Top 300 NIRF (Overall) institution or one with NAAC A grade and above; family income up to Rs 6,00,000 |
| MBBS | AIIMS or a Top 50 NIRF medical college; valid NEET scorecard; income up to Rs 6,00,000 |
| IIT and IIM | One of the 23 IITs with a valid JEE Advanced scorecard, or one of the 22 IIMs with a valid CAT scorecard; income up to Rs 6,00,000 |
| Overseas | Indian nationals; studying or holding an offer letter for a postgraduate or higher programme at a QS Top 200 university; valid GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LNAT or LSAT scorecard; income up to Rs 6,00,000 |
- Diploma students are not eligible; only Classes 9 to 12 and eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses at designated institutions qualify.
- An SBI bank account is not needed to apply, but shortlisted candidates need an active SBI account in their own name before disbursement.
Source: SBI Asha scholarship portal.
Minimum Marks
75%
Income Limit
₹6,00,000 p.a.
Eligible Categories
Scholarship Benefits
Financial Support
INR 15,000 - 15,00,000
Disbursement: Direct transfer to the selected scholar's bank account; shortlisted candidates need an active SBI account in their own name before disbursement, although any bank's passbook can be uploaded at application
What's Covered
| Track | Award a year |
|---|---|
| School (Classes 9-12) | Up to Rs 15,000 |
| Undergraduate | Up to Rs 75,000 |
| Postgraduate | Up to Rs 1,50,000 |
| MBBS | Up to Rs 2,00,000 |
| IIT | Up to Rs 2,00,000 |
| IIM (MBA or PGDM) | Up to Rs 5,00,000 |
| Study abroad | Up to Rs 15,00,000 |
The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the selected scholar's bank account. The programme aims to support selected scholars throughout the course, subject to satisfactory academic performance and continued fulfilment of the eligibility criteria each year. Asha Scholars of 2025-26 can renew for 2026-27 on the portal.
How to Apply
Application Guide
- Open the SBI Asha scholarship portal (https://www.sbiashascholarship.co.in/) and start registration from the home page. The 2026-27 window closed on 19 September 2026; the steps below are the ones the portal lists.
- Log in with the registered account, or register with an email address, mobile number or Google account.
- On the application form page of the SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship 2026-27, choose the scholarship category and select Start Application.
- Fill in all the required details in each section of the form.
- Upload clear copies of the supporting documents required for the category.
- Accept the terms and conditions and review all details in the preview.
- Check that everything is correct and submit; a submitted application cannot be changed.
- Track the status from the application dashboard after login; results are published on the portal and sent by email. Asha Scholars of 2025-26 use the renewal option on the portal.
Selection Process
Applications are first shortlisted on academic merit and financial background. Shortlisted applicants may then have a telephonic interview, followed by document verification before final selection. By default seats are reserved: 50% for women and 50% for men, 25% for SC candidates, 25% for ST candidates and 5% for persons with benchmark disabilities. Results are published on the official scholarship portal and sent to the registered email address. The money goes directly to the scholar's bank account, and shortlisted candidates need an active SBI account in their own name before disbursement.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Start
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
Date passed
Application End
Saturday, 19 September 2026
Date passed
Application Deadline
Saturday, 19 September 2026
Deadline Passed