The SDEF Shiksha Shakti Scholarship Program provides renewable scholarships to academically deserving and financially constrained girl students pursuing non-technical undergraduate education across India.
The program considers academic achievement, financial need, family circumstances, and the authenticity of the application during the selection process. Scholarships are available to eligible first-year female students enrolled in approved non-technical undergraduate programs and may be renewed each year based on continued eligibility and academic performance.
Swami Dayanand Education Foundation
Scholarship Portal
Now Accepting Applications
Scholarship Details
Learn about the SDEF Shiksha Shakti Scholarship Program, including the award amount and what the program supports throughout a student's undergraduate journey.
Eligibility, How to Apply
& Timeline
Review eligibility requirements, application steps, and key dates for the SDEF Shiksha Shakti Scholarship Program, from application opening to award notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about eligibility, required documents, renewal conditions, and how scholarship funds are disbursed.
Renewal &
Scholar Commitment
Understand renewal criteria, academic expectations, and the responsibilities that come with being an SDEF Scholar throughout the duration of the program.
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Applications Open
September 5th, 2026
Application Process Timeline
(Exact dates announced annually)
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Deadline
October 31st, 2026
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Notifications
Mid November 2026
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Funding Begins
January 2027
An Important Part of Your SDEF Scholarship Application
The SDEF Scholar Pledge is an important part of the scholarship application process for both Fresh and Renewal applicants. Please download the pledge, complete and sign it, and keep a scanned copy ready, as you will need to upload the signed pledge when completing your scholarship application.
Please have your signed pledge ready before proceeding with your Fresh Scholarship or Renewal Scholarship application.
All applications are reviewed by Scholarship Administrators of Swami Dayanand Education Foundation.
Need help? Contact Scholarships@swamidayanand.org