The ONGC Foundation Scholarship 2025–26 is a prestigious initiative by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) that aims to support meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds in India. The scholarship is open to eligible candidates from SC/ST, OBC, and General categories pursuing Engineering, MBBS, MBA, or Master’s in Geology/Geophysics.
Each selected student will receive a scholarship of ₹48,000 per year (₹4,000/month) to help cover tuition, books, and living expenses. A total of 2,000 scholarships will be awarded—1,000 for SC/ST, 500 for OBC, and 500 for General category students.
🔍 Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
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| Scholarship Name | ONGC Scholarship 2024–25 |
| Provider | ONGC Foundation |
| Eligible Courses | Engineering, MBBS, MBA, M.Sc. in Geology/Geophysics |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹48,000 per annum |
| Total Scholarships | 2,000 (SC/ST – 1000, OBC – 500, General – 500) |
| Official Website | www.ongcscholar.org |
| Application Mode | Online + Offline Document Submission |
| Gender Quota | 50% Reserved for Girls |
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Common Eligibility Across All Categories
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Must be an Indian citizen
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Age: Not more than 30 years as on 1st August 2025
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Must be in 1st year of a full-time regular course
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Course must be recognized by AICTE/MCI/UGC/State/Central Govt.
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Minimum 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA/OGPA on a 10-point scale
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Must not be availing any other scholarship
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Scholarship is once in a lifetime
🧾 Category-Wise Income Criteria
| Category | Max Annual Family Income |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | ₹4.5 Lakhs |
| OBC | ₹2 Lakhs |
| General (EWS) | ₹2 Lakhs |
🎓 Eligible Courses & No. of Scholarships
| Course | Duration | SC/ST | OBC | General |
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| Engineering (UG) | 4 Years | 500 | 300 | 300 |
| MBBS | 4 Years | 90 | 50 | 50 |
| MBA | 2 Years | 140 | 50 | 50 |
| Master in Geology/Geophysics | 2 Years | 270 | 100 | 100 |
🌍 Zone-Wise Distribution
Each category’s scholarships are equally distributed across 5 zones:
| Zone | States Covered | Scholarships per Zone |
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| Zone 1 (North) | J&K, Delhi, Punjab, HP, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, UP | SC/ST – 200 OBC/General – 100 |
| Zone 2 (West) | Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Goa, Daman & Diu | SC/ST – 200 OBC/General – 100 |
| Zone 3 (North-East) | Assam, Sikkim, Manipur, Meghalaya, etc. | SC/ST – 200 OBC/General – 100 |
| Zone 4 (East) | Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, WB, Chhattisgarh | SC/ST – 200 OBC/General – 100 |
| Zone 5 (South) | TN, Kerala, AP, Telangana, KA, Puducherry | SC/ST – 200 OBC/General – 100 |
📄 Documents Required
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Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC where applicable)
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Class 10 Marksheet/Birth Certificate (Age proof)
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Class 12 Marksheet (for UG applicants)
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Graduation Marksheet (for PG applicants)
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Income Certificate (in English/Hindi or vernacular in rare cases)
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College Admission Receipt
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College ID Card
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Bank Passbook & ECS Form (attested)
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PAN Card (or tentative submission date)
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Undertaking Form (as per format)
📥 How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step
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Visit the official website: www.ongcscholar.org
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Click on “Apply Now”
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Fill in all details carefully as per the application format
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Upload scanned copies of required documents
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Download and print a hard copy of the application
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Submit the signed hard copy with attested documents to the designated ONGC regional office (as per instructions)
✅ Make sure all uploaded documents are attested by the Head/Principal/Dean of your Institution.
📊 Selection Process
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Selection is based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
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In case of a tie, preference will be given to the student from a lower-income family.
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BPL (Below Poverty Line) students will be given priority.
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ONGC’s decision is final, and no correspondence will be entertained.
💸 Disbursement & Renewal
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₹48,000 will be credited annually to the student’s bank account via ECS.
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Scholarship will be renewed yearly until course completion, subject to promotion to next academic year and maintaining minimum 60% or 6.0 CGPA.
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In case a student opts for any other scholarship after ONGC award, they must refund the amount to ONGC Foundation.
❌ Disqualification Criteria
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Submitting false or misleading documents
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Applying for more than one ONGC scholarship
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Receiving any other scholarship/funding
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Not meeting academic performance benchmarks
📞 Contact Information
Visit: www.ongcscholar.org
For zone-wise office addresses and contact details, refer to the application form PDF on the official portal.
🧠 FAQs – ONGC Scholarship 2024–25
Q1. Who can apply for the ONGC Scholarship?
A: Students from SC/ST, OBC, or EWS-General category enrolled in 1st year of eligible courses.
Q2. How much is the scholarship amount?
A: ₹48,000 per year (₹4,000/month), disbursed annually.
Q3. Can I apply offline?
A: No. Applications must be submitted online, but hard copies of documents must be sent to ONGC after online submission.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
A: The exact deadline is usually updated on the official ONGC Scholarship portal. Apply early to avoid disqualification.
Q5. Can I renew my scholarship each year?
A: Yes, subject to eligibility, good performance, and promotion to the next academic year.