The BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship is a part of CSR (corporate social responsibility) which is run by Jindal India Thermal Power Ltd (JITPL). It is an initiative to empower young students belonging to weaker section of the society in Odisha. This scholarship mainly offers financial assistance to students of class 9th, 10th 11th and 12th helping them continue their education without any financial stress. This scholarship focuses on students studying in government schools and colleges in the Angul region.
About BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship
The BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship offers financial assistance to students in Odisha to promote education in young generations. This scholarship aims at promoting literacy and drops the drop-out rate. This will play a vital role in uplifting rural communities who often get neglected by the society and also give a chance to deserving and talented students amoung them. This scholarship took the initiative and encourage academic performance and contributes to overall development of the child.
Objective
The main aim of the BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship is to encourage young students and promote the education mindset in them. This scholarship aims at providing financial assistance to students from economically weaker section of the society studying in class 9th to 12th. By providing financial assistance the scholarship seeks to promote academic excellence, empower boys & girls, and help them study without the financial stress. The scholarship plays a vital role in the students life and help them pursue their desired educational field without any financial stress.
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Key Highlights Of BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship
The key highlights of this scholarship are as follows;
| Scholarship name | BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship |
| Launched by | Jindal India Thermal Power Ltd (JITPL) |
| Category | CSR- based |
| Purpose | Encourage child to pursue education |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Gender | All (Boys & Girls) |
Eligibility Criteria For Class 9th Students
- The applicant must be a student
- She must be the permanent resident of Odisha
- Student should be in class 9th
- Must have secured minimum of 60% marks in the previous class
- Student should have a valid bank account
- Should study in government school
- All required documents should be present at the time of application for verification.
Eligibility Criteria For Class 10th Students
- The applicant must be a student
- She must be the permanent resident of Odisha
- Student should be in class 10th
- Must have secured minimum of 60% marks in the previous class
- Student should have a valid bank account
- Should study in government school
- All required documents should be present at the time of application for verification.
Eligibility Criteria For Class 11th and 12th Students
- The applicant must be a student
- She must be the permanent resident of Odisha
- Student should be in class 11th or 12th
- Must have secured minimum of 60% marks in the previous class
- Student should have a valid bank account
- Should study in government school
- All required documents should be present at the time of application for verification.
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Required Documents
- Aadhar Details
- Proof of identity of student
- Proof of address
- Bank passbook copy
- Previous class marksheet
- Income certificate
- Current year fee receipt
Important Dates
Application deadline: 15th December 2025
Registration start date: around mid November 2025
Financial Benefits
| For students of class 9th and 10th | Rs. 12,000 per year |
| For students of class 11th and 12th | Rs. 13,800 |
Application Process of BC Jindal Vidya Scholarship 2025
The application process are as follows:
- First of all the student is requested to visit the official vidyasaarathi portal
- Register yourself by providing your e-mail ID and phone number
- Now verify your account with the OTP sent to your mobile number
- Login to your dashboard and complete your profile by filling in your personal details and educational information.
- Search for the scholarship
- Fill the application form by providing your information
- Upload all the necessary documents asked
- Review all your information in the application form so that no mistake has been made
- Hit the submit option, your application form has been submitted
- You can track your status regularly at the vidyasaarthi dashboard
Helpline Number
- Vidyasaarathi helpline number 022-4090-4484
- Email-ID: vidyasaarathi@proteantech.in
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FAQs
Who should apply?
The scholarship is open to students studying in class 9th to 12th
What are the mandatory documents are required?
The required documents are listed above in the article
Is the bank account compulsory?
Yes a bank account is compulsory for the money to be transferred
What is the minimum required for academic qualification?
The minimum of 60% of the grades are compulsory