INSPIRE Scholarship SHE 2025 — ₹80,000/year for Science Students

About This Scholarship

INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE) is awarded to top 1% students in Class 12 Board exams who choose to pursue natural/basic sciences at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The scholarship aims to attract meritorious students to science careers.

Renewal: Renewable for 5 years subject to 60% marks each year

Eligibility Criteria

Level of Study

BSc/BS/MSc integrated (Natural Sciences only)

Minimum Marks

Top 1% in Class 12 Board exams

Must be pursuing BSc/BS/MSc in natural/basic sciences
Not available for engineering/medical/commerce

Benefits & Amount

✓₹80,000/year for 5 years
✓Mentorship by experienced scientists
✓Summer research attachment

How to Apply — Step by Step

1

Online Application

Apply at online-inspire.gov.in within 3 months of Class 12 result.

2

Upload Proof

Upload Class 12 mark sheet and board rank certificate.

3

Institute Verification

Your college will verify enrollment details.

Documents Required

Class 12 mark sheet
Proof of top 1% ranking from board
College enrollment certificate
Bank passbook
Aadhaar

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'top 1%' mean?

Students who scored marks within the top 1% of their respective state board or CBSE/ICSE.

Are engineering students eligible?

No. Only natural science courses (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Math, Statistics, Geology, etc.) qualify.

INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE)

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INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE)

About This Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

Benefits & Amount

How to Apply — Step by Step

Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

Apply Now

Quick Info

Important Dates