The Vidyadhan Scholarship 2025 by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation (SDF) is now open for Class 10 students from Punjab who dream of continuing their education in Class 11 and 12 but face financial difficulties.
If you passed your 10th board exams in 2025 and belong to a low-income family, you can receive up to ₹10,000 per year under this merit-based scholarship program.
📌 Scholarship Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
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| 🎯 Target Students | Class 11 & 12 (2025–27 batch) |
| 💸 Amount | ₹10,000 per year |
| 🏫 Eligibility State | Punjab |
| 🧾 Annual Family Income | Less than ₹2 Lakhs |
| 📝 Class 10 Score | 80% or 8.5 CGPA (70% or 7.5 CGPA for disabled students) |
| 📅 Last Date to Apply | 15th July 2025 |
| 🧪 Screening Test | 27th July 2025 |
| 🎤 Interviews | 26th August to 15th September 2025 |
| 🌐 Apply Online | www.vidyadhan.org |
| 📧 Support Email | [email protected] |
| ☎️ Helpline | 08068333500 |
✅ Who Can Apply?
You are eligible if:
• You passed 10th grade (SSLC/CBSE/ICSE) from Punjab in 2025
• Scored at least 80% or 8.5 CGPA in 10th (Minimum for disabled students: 70% or 7.5 CGPA)
• Your family income is under ₹2 Lakhs/year
📂 Documents Required (Scanned Copies)
• 10th Marks Card (Provisional or online marksheets accepted)
• Recent Photograph
• Income Certificate (Issued by a competent authority; ration card not accepted)
🧪 Selection Process
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Shortlisting based on academic merit and details in the application
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Online Screening Test on 27th July 2025
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Interviews/Test Rounds between 26th August and 15th September 2025 (Exact dates will be shared with shortlisted applicants)
📝 Application Process
Follow these simple steps to apply:
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Visit www.vidyadhan.org
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Click on “Apply Now” and create an account
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Choose “Punjab 11th 2025” Program
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Fill in your details accurately
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Upload the required documents
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Submit your application by 15th July 2025
💡 Note: Application is completely free. Do not pay anyone for applying or selection. No agents are authorized.
📞 Contact & Support
For queries or assistance:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Helpline: 08068333500 (Vidyadhan Help Desk)