From dream campuses to dream careers: 6 scholarships unlock a world of opportunities for India’s brightest students

• Navjeevan Express and Buddy4Study bring another curated Scholarship Alert featuring merit-based, need-based and career-focused funding opportunities across engineering, business, artificial intelligence, overseas education and professional studies
• Students aspiring to study in India and abroad can access scholarships from leading institutions, foundations and corporates, offering tuition support, direct admissions, global exposure and career advancement
• Applications are now open for programmes spanning AI, data science, technology, management, psychology, sustainability, finance, design and vocational education, empowering deserving learners to realise their academic ambitions without financial barriers

NE EDUCATION BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, JULY 2

Higher education is increasingly becoming a gateway to global careers, but financial constraints often stand between talented students and their aspirations. To help bridge this gap, Navjeevan Express, in association with Buddy4Study, continues its Scholarship Alert series, spotlighting prestigious funding opportunities that reward academic excellence, nurture innovation and make quality education more accessible. This week’s edition features six scholarships and aptitude-based programmes supporting students pursuing careers in technology, business, artificial intelligence, overseas education and other emerging disciplines.

As part of its ongoing commitment to empowering students with timely educational opportunities, Navjeevan Express, in collaboration with Buddy4Study, presents another edition of its Scholarship Alert, highlighting six prestigious scholarships and financial assistance programmes for deserving students across India.

Masters’ Union Scholarship Aptitude Test 2026

The Masters’ Union Scholarship Aptitude Test (MUSAT) 2026 is designed for high-merit, high-potential students aspiring to build careers in Technology & Business Management, Psychology & Marketing, Finance & Economics, Design, Sustainability, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Beyond offering substantial tuition fee scholarships, the aptitude test also provides eligible candidates with opportunities for direct admission, making it an attractive pathway for students seeking future-ready education at one of India’s emerging institutions.

Education Future International Scholarship 2026

The Education Future International Scholarship 2026 supports meritorious Indian students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate education at recognised universities abroad.

Applicants must be Indian citizens holding valid passports, have secured at least 60 per cent marks in both Class 10 and Class 12, and demonstrate genuine financial need to support their overseas education.

Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 (2026-27)

Launched by Valvoline Cummins Private Limited (VCPL), the Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 aims to help students from economically weaker families continue their school education.

The scholarship is open to students of Classes IX to XII belonging to families of commercial drivers, mechanics and other Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories across Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Tripura, Puducherry, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.

Bharti Airtel Scholarship 2026-27

The Bharti Airtel Scholarship, an initiative of the Bharti Airtel Foundation, seeks to nurture the next generation of technology leaders, with a special emphasis on encouraging girl students.

Eligible candidates must have secured admission to the first year of undergraduate or five-year integrated engineering programmes during the 2026-27 academic session in disciplines such as Electronics & Communication, Telecommunications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering and emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Machine Learning and Robotics at any of the Top 50 NIRF-ranked engineering institutions.

uGSOT Scholarship Program 2026

The upGrad School of Technology (uGSOT) Scholarship Program 2026 is aimed at Class XII Science students aspiring to pursue B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science with cutting-edge specialisations including Generative AI & Machine Learning, Quantum Computing and Full Stack Development.

The initiative is intended to make advanced technology education more accessible to talented students across the country.

AMP Scholarship Fund for Higher Education 2026

The Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) is offering financial assistance to deserving Muslim students through the AMP Scholarship Fund for Higher Education 2026.

Applicants must have completed Class XII or an equivalent examination and be enrolled in professional, vocational or technical courses at UGC or AICTE-recognised institutions. Selection is based on academic merit, financial need and eligibility to receive Zakat in accordance with Sharia guidelines.

Dr. Shamanur Shivashankarappa Janakalyan Trust Scholarship 2026

The Dr. Shamanur Shivashankarappa Janakalyan Trust (SSJKT) Scholarship 2026 is intended for academically outstanding students domiciled in Karnataka who face financial hardship.

Applicants studying in reputed educational institutions must meet the prescribed academic benchmarks, ranging from 85 to 95 per cent marks, depending on the course, while the annual family income should not exceed ₹1 lakh.

For the discerning student readers of Navjeevan Express, Buddy4Study will continue to bring verified scholarship alerts, ensuring that deserving students never miss opportunities to pursue quality education and transform their aspirations into successful careers.