Transgender students pursuing school or higher education can apply for financial assistance of up to ₹40,000 under the Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Transgender Scholarship Program 2026-27.
Scholarship is a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, implemented through Buddy4Study. It aims to support transgender students across India who are continuing their education through eligible open schools and open universities.
Students studying in Classes 9 to 12 or pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses can apply if they meet the scheme's eligibility conditions.
Last date to apply is October 30, 2026.
Who Can Apply?
You may be eligible for the Ujjivan Transgender Scholarship if you are:
- A transgender student residing in India.
- Studying in Classes 9 to 12, or pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate course.
- Enrolled through an eligible government or private open school or open university.
- Meet the minimum academic requirement of 35% in Class 10 and/or Class 12, as applicable under the scheme.
- From a household with annual income of up to ₹10 lakh from all sources.
Important: Children of employees of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited or Buddy4Study are not eligible.
How Much Scholarship Can Students Get?
Selected applicants can receive a one-time scholarship of up to ₹40,000.
The scholarship amount can be used to meet education-related expenses, including:
- Examination fees
- Admission fees
- Tuition fees
- Other eligible academic expenses, subject to the scheme's guidelines
The assistance is intended to help students manage education costs and continue their studies.
Which Students Are Eligible?
Programme covers transgender students at different stages of education through eligible open-learning institutions.
Class 9 to 12 Students
Students pursuing secondary or senior secondary education through eligible government or private open schools may apply.
Undergraduate Students
Transgender students enrolled in eligible undergraduate programmes through open universities can apply, subject to the scheme's conditions.
Postgraduate Students
Eligible students pursuing postgraduate studies through recognised open universities are also covered. Applicants should confirm that their institution and course meet the scholarship requirements before submitting an application.
Ujjivan Transgender Scholarship 2026-27: Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Transgender Scholarship Program 2026-27 |
| Initiative by | Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited |
| Implementation partner | Buddy4Study |
| Eligible applicants | Transgender students |
| Education level | Classes 9–12, UG and PG |
| Institution type | Eligible government/private open schools and open universities |
| Academic requirement | 35% in Class 10 and/or Class 12, as applicable |
| Annual household income | Up to ₹10 lakh |
| Scholarship amount | Up to ₹40,000, one time |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | October 30, 2026 |
How to Apply
Eligible students can submit their applications online before the deadline.
Last date: October 30, 2026
Apply online for the Ujjivan Transgender Scholarship
Applicants should read the official guidelines carefully, check the required documents and confirm their eligibility before submitting the application.
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