L’Oréal India For Young Women in Science Scholarships 2025 is a prestigious initiative by L’Oréal India Foundation to support young women pursuing careers in science. Since its inception in 2003, the scholarship has helped many academically outstanding but financially constrained students to pursue science education across India. Applications for both undergraduate and postgraduate/Ph.D. programs are now open for 2025.
Short Summary
| Particular | Details |
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| Scholarship Name | L’Oréal India For Young Women in Science Scholarships 2025 |
| Launched By | L’Oréal India Foundation |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligible Courses | UG, PG, Ph.D. in science fields |
| Financial Aid Amount (UG) | ₹62,500 |
| Financial Aid Amount (PG/PhD) | ₹1,00,000 |
| Application Deadline | 31st January 2025 |
| Official Portal | https://www.buddy4study.com |
Objective of the Scholarship
The core objective of the L’Oréal India for Young Women in Science Scholarship is to:
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Encourage young girls to pursue higher education in science
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Empower underprivileged but meritorious students to fulfill their academic and professional dreams
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Promote gender equality in scientific fields across India
L’Oréal India For Young Women in Science (UG Students)
Eligibility Criteria:
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Only female students are eligible
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Must have passed Class 12 (Science stream – PCM/PCB/PCMB) with at least 85% marks
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Annual family income must be less than ₹6,00,000
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Must be enrolled in a science-related undergraduate course (any year)
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Applicable PAN India
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Children of L’Oréal India/Buddy4Study employees are not eligible
Financial Assistance:
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₹62,500 per year to support tuition, academic materials, and more
L’Oréal India For Young Women in Science (PG & PhD Students)
Eligibility Criteria:
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Only female students currently pursuing PG or Ph.D. in science, biotechnology, life sciences, pharmacology, technology, etc.
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Annual family income must be less than ₹6,00,000
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Must submit proof of admission to a recognized institution in India
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Children of L’Oréal India/Buddy4Study employees are not eligible
Financial Assistance:
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₹1,00,000 per year for eligible PG/Ph.D. students
Important Dates
| Event | Deadline |
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| Last Date to Apply (UG) | 31st January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply (PG/PhD) | 31st January 2025 |
Required Documents
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Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID (Proof of ID)
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Parent’s income certificate / Salary slip / Form 16
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Class 10th & 12th marksheets
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Latest year’s mark sheet (for PG/PhD)
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Proof of admission (admission letter / college ID)
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Academic expense receipts
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Certificates of science-related extracurriculars (optional)
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Statement of Purpose (SOP)
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Recent passport-size photograph
Selection Process
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Shortlisting based on merit (Class 10 & 12 scores), financial need, and science-related extracurricular achievements
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Two-stage interaction process:
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Telephonic interview
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Final hybrid interview with L’Oréal jury panel
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Upon selection, candidates receive an offer letter, and the fund disbursement begins post-acceptance of the agreement
How to Apply Online
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Visit the official page:
https://www.buddy4study.com/page/loreal-india-for-young-women-in-science-scholarships -
Click “Apply Now”
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Log in or register using email, mobile, or Google ID
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Fill in the online application form with required details
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Upload scanned copies of necessary documents
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Accept the Terms and Conditions, and click “Preview”
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If all details are correct, click “Submit” to complete the application
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How much amount is offered through the scholarship?
A: ₹62,500 for UG students and ₹1,00,000 for PG/PhD students.
Q2: What criteria must be met to be eligible?
A: Female Indian students with at least 85% in Class 12 (science stream), family income below ₹6 lakh/year, and currently enrolled in a science-related course.
Q3: How can I check my application status?
A: Log in to your Buddy4Study profile and visit the dashboard to track the application status.
Q4: Can I apply if I already receive another scholarship?
A: Not if the other scholarship conflicts with the terms of this one. Review the declaration before applying.
Q5: What is the last date to apply?
A: The deadline for UG and PG/PhD applications is 31st January 2025.
Contact Information
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Buddy4Study Portal: https://www.buddy4study.com
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Email Support: [email protected]
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L’Oréal India Foundation Website: https://www.loreal.com/en/india