224 STUDENTS FROM BIHAR AND JHARKHAND EXCEL

224 STUDENTS FROM BIHAR AND JHARKHAND EXCEL

23-JAN-ENG 8

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

PATNA---------------------------Reliance Foundation has announced the results of its prestigious undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for the academic year 2025-26. This year, among the 5,100 meritorious students selected from across the country, 133 students from Bihar and 91 from Jharkhand have secured their place. These students are from renowned educational institutions across the country. They are studying at various institutions.

Reliance Foundation's initiative aims to support economically disadvantaged but talented students. The students selected this year include 5,000 undergraduate students and 100 postgraduate students. These students were selected through a national-level process. With this year's selection, Reliance Foundation has now awarded a total of 33,471 scholarships. This Reliance Foundation scheme not only provides financial assistance but also lays the foundation for a brighter future.

Undergraduate students: Grant of up to ₹2 lakh.

Postgraduate students: Grant of up to ₹6 lakh.

Other benefits: Mentorship, leadership development, and access to a global alumni network.

Reliance Foundation Chairperson, Mrs. Nita Ambani, inspired by Dhirubhai Ambani's vision, pledged in 2022 to provide 50,000 scholarships over 10 years. 83% of this year's recipients come from families with an annual income of less than ₹2.5 lakh. Women and students with disabilities have also been given priority. This initiative by Reliance Foundation, which gives wings to dreams in the field of education, is emerging as a significant opportunity year after year.