Description
About The Program
The vivo KanyaGyaan Scholarship Program 2025-26 is vivo India’s CSR initiative designed to empower young women from underserved and economically disadvantaged backgrounds across India to pursue education and careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) by providing financial assistance, mentorship and industry connect. The program is open to young women currently enrolled in full-time, regular STEM undergraduate courses (first or second year). This initiative enables students to continue their studies without financial barriers while building a strong foundation by receiving curated mentoring sessions which help them for corporate readiness for future STEM careers. Selected scholars will receive an annual scholarship renewable for up to three years.
About vivo India
vivo India commenced its journey in 2014 with a long-term vision to redefine the smartphone experience and create meaningful value in the Indian mobile ecosystem. Since then, vivo India has emerged as a leading manufacturer of smartphones and smart devices.
The company’s presence today spans multiple dimensions - from manufacturing smartphones and bringing global technological advancements to the country to generating employment and driving meaningful community impact. From investing in local manufacturing to building a robust network of retail touchpoints and after-sales service centres, vivo’s commitment to India remains unwavering.
vivo’s impact goes beyond business achievements. Through its community-building efforts, vivo has positively touched the lives of over 25 lakh Indians through our CSR initiatives. The company has made significant contributions to employment generation. vivo supports over 2 lakh jobs across the country, directly and indirectly. In alignment with the government's 'Make in India' commitment, vivo has been involved in local manufacturing and employs nearly 8000 Indians.
Guided by a sustained focus on innovation, quality and design, vivo India continues to expand its footprint in the country. Its growth journey is anchored in a broader vision of developing into a healthier and more sustainable world-class corporation.
Eligibility
- Open to young women across India who are currently enrolled in full-time, regular STEM undergraduate courses such as B.Tech / B.E., B.Sc, BCA, etc. (first or second year) at NIRF-ranked colleges; preference will be given to government colleges.
- Annual parental income must not exceed INR 5 lakh from all sources.
- Applicants must have secured at least 70% marks in both Class 10 and Class 12, as well as in their most recent academic year/semester.
- Children of employees of Buddy4Study or vivo India are ineligible.
Note: Students already receiving full financial assistance under other scholarships or government schemes are also not eligible.
Preference will be given to the following applicants:
- Single-parent children
- Children from the Aspirational District
- Have deceased parents
- Children from SC, STs and De-Notified Tribes
- Priority for first-generation learners or those from marginalised communities.
- Children of Police Forces/Armed Forces/Martyr families
- Girls Representing State and National Level Sports
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a final interview conducted by a selection panel.
Benefits
Selected students will receive a fixed scholarship of INR 60,000 per year for up to three years.
Note: The scholarship will cover essential education-related expenses, including institution fees, hostel and accommodation, food, transport, equipment, and laptop costs, for which the scholar will submit relevant documents for verification as proof.
Documents
- Recent passport-sized photograph
- Valid Government Identity Proof (PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.)
- Current academic year admission proof (college ID Card or admission letter)
- Previous semester/class marksheet
- Parental Income Certificate (issued by the competent authority)
- Bank Account Details (Copy of passbook or cancelled cheque in student’s name or joint account with parent/s)
- Complete Fee Structure
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate stating that the applicant has represented their State or National level in sports (if applicable)
- Undertaking by the applicant confirming that they are a First-Generation Learner or belong to a Marginalised Community (if applicable)
- Certificate of any position of leadership (if applicable)
- Declaration by the applicant confirming the authenticity of submitted documents and stating that they are not receiving full financial support from any other scholarship or government scheme.
- Visible Passion & Aspirations expressed through a short essay / personal statement in 200 words — “Why I want to pursue this field” and “How this scholarship support will help me make an impact.”