Memorial Scholarship

• Open to applicants from the Kapurthala and Amritsar districts only.

• Be a school student of classes 11 and 12 who are pursuing science and plan to continue in science for their higher education.

• Applicants must have scored at least 80% marks in Class 10th and parents' annual income of less than 8,00,000/annum. 

• Applicants must be enrolled in class 11th or 12th. Pass out students, or the students who have given their final board exams of 12th are not eligible to apply.

• Only students who are not availing of any other scholarship are eligible and will be considered.

• No minimum Income criteria. Selection will be based purely on merit and performance in the interview. 

• The scholarships aim to support students' educational journeys and foster their growth as responsible professionals and role models. The number of awards may vary based on the availability of funds.

• The scholarship pays a lump sum amount of Rs 10,000/- (one time paid in two instalments), the second instalment is subject to midterm evaluation as explained below. 

• Guidance in the academic and scientific career of the selected candidate by the PRAYAS team.

Application Open: 10th May 2026

Application Closes: 20th June 2026

Screening Result: 1st July 2026

Interview Round: To be announced later

Announcement of Awardees: 26th July 2026

• The application requires an essay of 500 words (one page), written in Punjabi, Hindi, or English. The essay should showcase the applicant's passion for science and pursuing education, and how they want to contribute to society. You can explain below the points in the SOP you write. 

  1.  Why do you need this scholarship?  List a few reasons you believe would be helpful in the committee’s decision. 

  2. Describe your accomplishments and goals relevant to this scholarship.

  3. What are your academic (or professional) goals? 

• Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview to evaluate their interest in science and societal commitments.

• Documents Required: Mark sheet from class 10th to current year, Institute ID card / bonafide/current year's fee receipt.

• Awardees are expected to send monthly updates to the committee regarding their progress and any challenges faced.

• The PRAYAS team, in addition to providing the scholarship, is available to provide any necessary support.

• After each semester, an evaluation committee will assess the scholarship holder's profile, academics, science communication activities, etc.

• Based on the committee's recommendations, the scholarship may be continued or discontinued.

• The committee will consider the student's Percentage/SGPA/CGPA, work-based learning experiences, social scientific responsibility, and academic achievements/awards.