If you’re a Class 12 pass-out or a first-year undergraduate student from an underprivileged background and dream of completing your higher education without financial hurdles, the FAEA Scholarship 2025-26 could be your golden opportunity.
Offered by the Foundation for Academic Excellence and Access (FAEA), this scholarship is designed to support bright, deserving students pursuing undergraduate programs in India across various disciplines.
🎓 What is the FAEA Scholarship 2025-26?
The FAEA Scholarship is an initiative aimed at assisting students from economically and socially disadvantaged communities. It offers comprehensive financial aid covering tuition fees, accommodation or mess charges, travel, books, clothing, and other academic-related expenses. The support is granted for the entire duration of the undergraduate course and may even extend into postgraduate studies based on performance and funding.
For the 2025-26 cycle, 50 candidates will be selected to receive this financial aid.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this scholarship, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Have passed Class 12 from a recognized Indian education board
OR - Be currently enrolled in the first year of an undergraduate course in Arts, Commerce, Science, Engineering, Medical, or any other professional or technical field at a recognized institution in India.
Applicants must also belong to any of the following categories:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Below Poverty Line (BPL) households
Note:
Students awaiting their Class 12 results can apply once their results are officially announced.
Students from the General category may also apply, provided they show exceptional merit (90%+ marks in Class 12) or are enrolled in a top-tier Indian institution.
🎁 What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Selected scholars will receive:
- Full tuition fee reimbursement
- Monthly maintenance or hostel/mess allowance
- Financial support for books, travel, and clothing
The amount and duration of the scholarship are subject to the student’s academic performance and the availability of funds. Support typically lasts up to 3 years for undergraduate programs, and can be extended by 2 additional years for postgraduate studies if needed.
📆 Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 30th June 2025
(Ensure timely submission; late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.)
📋 How to Apply for FAEA Scholarship 2025-26
Eligible students can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official FAEA website and click on ‘Apply Now’.
- Click on the ‘Register’ button and enter your details. (If already registered, simply log in.)
- On the left menu under ‘Announcement’, click the link titled ‘Online Application for FAEA 2025-26’.
- Choose ‘Fresh Candidate Click Here to Register’ and complete the registration form.
- After registering, go to ‘Registered Candidates Click Here to Complete Process’ to finish the application.
📌 Note:
- After completing the form, a 9-digit confirmation code will be generated. Save this for all future communications with FAEA.
- Document upload is not required at the application stage.
📄 Documents Required (At a Later Stage)
- Academic certificates and marksheets
(Final submission will be requested after selection or verification.)
🔍 Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on:
- Academic merit
- Fulfillment of eligibility conditions
- Financial need
The final decision lies with FAEA. Awards can be cancelled in cases of:
- Academic underperformance
- Misrepresentation or false information
- Medical or personal inability to continue studies
📍 Contact Information
Foundation for Academic Excellence and Access (FAEA)
C-25, Qutab Institutional Area, New Mehrauli Road,
New Delhi – 110016
📧 Email: inquiry@faeaindia.org
📞 Phone: (+91) 11 4168 9133
🌐 Website: www.faeaindia.org
