Students get crucial extra days. The SBI Asha Scholarship deadline now ends on September 19, 2026. The programme supports Classes 9–12, undergraduate and postgraduate studies, IIT, IIM, MBBS, and select overseas SC or ST applicants. Awards range from ₹15,000 to ₹15 lakh. Apply only on the official portal; applications are free.
Eligibility is merit plus means. Income caps are ₹3 lakh for school, ₹6 lakh for higher education. Minimum 75 percent marks apply, with relaxations for SC or ST and persons with disabilities. The earlier cutoff was September 4. The portal now reflects the September 19 extension. Apply early to avoid rush.
SBI Asha Scholarship deadline extended: what changed now
Applications opened on July 22, 2026, and the last date has shifted from September 4 to September 19. That gives students two extra weeks to assemble documents and complete verification-ready applications across school, college, professional and overseas tracks. Plan buffers for institution-issued proofs and income certificates.
SBI Asha Scholarship eligibility and award bands
Awards are category-specific: Classes 9–12 up to ₹15,000; undergraduate (Top 300 NIRF) up to ₹75,000; postgraduate up to ₹2.5 lakh; MBBS up to ₹4.5 lakh; IIT up to ₹2 lakh; IIM up to ₹5 lakh; overseas for SC or ST up to ₹15 lakh. Respect the ₹3 lakh and ₹6 lakh income limits.
SBI Asha Scholarship documents: checklist to upload fast
Keep recent marksheets, government identity proof, income certificate, bank passbook, admission or bonafide proof and latest fee receipt ready. Upload relevant entrance scorecards for IIT, IIM, MBBS or overseas, plus caste or disability certificates if applicable. Clear, recent, legible scans speed verification and prevent avoidable calls.
SBI Asha Scholarship application: quick steps and official helplines
Register on sbiashascholarship.co.in, choose your category, fill accurate details, upload documents and submit. Do not pay any fee or use third‑party forms. For help, write to [email protected] or call the SBI Foundation scholarship helpline at 080‑47285300. Use only official channels to avoid fraud.
SBI Asha Scholarship verification, disbursal and status check
Post‑submission, applications undergo screening, telephonic interviews and document verification. Funds are transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account after final approval. Track updates in your dashboard; results are announced on the website and also sent to your registered email. Keep bank details accurate to prevent delays.
Set aside one focused hour this week to finish your form, double‑check documents and submit well before September 19, 2026. If you meet marks and income rules, this extension protects your chance at meaningful support. When uncertain, contact the official helplines and avoid unofficial portals or payment requests.
