Overview
The HDFC Bank Parivartan’s Educational Crisis Scholarship Support (ECSS) Programme is an initiative to help students from Class 1 to postgraduate level continue their education despite financial challenges. It supports those from families facing economic hardship or unexpected crises in the last 3 years.
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Deadline: 30 Oct 2025 (Cycle 2)
Next cycles: 30 Oct 2025 & 31 Dec 2025
Eligibility
- Indian students from Class 1 to Postgraduate level.
- Minimum 55% marks in the previous academic year.
- Annual family income must be ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.
- Students who have faced a personal/family crisis in the last 3 years will be prioritized.
Benefits
| Category | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|
| Class 1–6 | ₹15,000 |
| Class 7–12, Diploma, ITI, Polytechnic | ₹18,000 |
| UG (General) | ₹30,000 |
| UG (Professional) | ₹50,000 |
| PG (General) | ₹35,000 |
| PG (Professional) | ₹75,000 |
Application process
- Go to Buddy4Study and click Apply Now.
- Login/Register on the platform.
- Complete the application form and upload the required documents.
- Preview and submit your application.
Documents required
- Passport-size photograph
- Mark sheet of previous academic year (2024–25)
- ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.)
- Proof of admission (Fee receipt/Admission letter/Bonafide certificate)
- Bank passbook/cancelled cheque
- Income certificate (issued by government authority)
- Proof of crisis (if applicable: medical/death certificate, employer letter, etc.)
Selection process
- Shortlisting based on merit and financial need.
- Verification of documents.
- Personal interview (if required).
- Final selection announcement.
Pro tip: Apply early and make sure your scanned documents, especially income and crisis proof, are clear and valid to avoid rejection.
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