HDFC Bank Parivartan ECSS Scholarship 2023: A Saviour For Students In Dire Straits
HDFC Bank Parivartan's ECSS Scholarship 2023 Summary
ECSS Programme: The HDFC Bank Parivartan's Educational Crisis Scholarship Support [or ECSS] Programme is aimed to address students in financial crises who are on the verge of dropping out. Covering general and professional education from Class 1 to postgraduation, as well as diploma courses, the need-based scholarship is for all category students.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria to be eligible for HDFC ECSS Scholarship:
- Indian students from Class 1 to postgraduate level (Diploma, Polytechnic & ITI).
- For merit-cum-means scholarships, students should have at least 55% in their previous examinations.
- An annual family income of less than INR 2.5 lakhs per annum.
- A personal or family crisis has occurred in the past three years, such as death, job loss, or a serious medical issue.
Scholarship Amount
| Level of Study | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|
| Class 1 to 6 | INR 15,000 |
| Class 7 to Class 12, Diploma & ITI, Polytechnic | INR 18,000 |
| UG (Regular Courses) | INR 30,000 |
| Undergraduate (Professional) | INR 50,000 |
| Postgraduate (General Courses) | INR 35,000 |
| Postgraduate (Professional) | INR 75,000 |
Important Dates
- Start of applications: June 2023
- First deadline: September 30, 2023
- Second deadline: December 31, 2023
- Final deadline: March 31, 2024
Application Process
How to Apply for HDFC Bank Parivartan's ECSS Scholarship:
- Visit the HDFC Bank ECSS official portal and create an account on Buddy4Study.
- Complete the online application process, including personal information, education details, and financial information.
- Upload the necessary documents such as income proof, academic marksheets, identity proof, etc.
- Submit the online application for review.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Previous year's marksheet
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID)
- Proof of Admission in the Previous Academic Year
- Admission receipt or fee receipt of the current academic session
- Income proof (issued by Gram Panchayat/Sarpanch/SDM/Tehsildar)
- Documentation verifying a household/personal crisis (if applicable)
FAQs
- Last Date to Apply for ECSS Scholarship HDFC?
The application deadlines are: Sept. 30, Dec. 31, 2023, and March 31, 2024. - What are the scholarship criteria?
Students from Class 1 to postgraduate level, including diploma & polytechnic courses, with an annual family income of less than INR 2.5 lakhs per annum are eligible.