HDFC Bank Parivartan ECSS Scholarship 2026-27: Last Date, Amount
by HDFC Bank (Parivartan)
- Register by
- 31 Oct 2026
- Where
- Online
- Prizes
- ₹15,000 to ₹75,000 depending on course level
- Who can join
- Class 1 to PG students with 55% marks and family income up to ₹2.5 lakh
HDFC Bank's Parivartan Educational Crisis Scholarship Support (ECSS) Programme 2026-27 gives ₹15,000 to ₹75,000 to students from Class 1 to postgraduate level whose family income is ₹2.5 lakh or less, with preference for those hit by a personal or family crisis. As of 24 October 2026, applications are open and the last date is 31 October 2026, per the official programme website.
Key dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Applications opened | 5–6 August 2026 | Announced |
| Last date to apply (school, UG and PG) | 31 October 2026 | Announced |
| Shortlisting, document checks and interviews | After the deadline | Dates not published |
Who can apply
- Indian nationals only.
- Currently studying in Classes 1 to 12, a diploma, ITI or polytechnic course, or an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, at a private, government or government-aided institution in India.
- At least 55% marks in the previous qualifying examination.
- Annual family income from all sources of ₹2.5 lakh or less.
- Diploma applicants must have joined the diploma after Class 12.
Preference goes to students who have faced a personal or family crisis in the last three years that has made it hard to pay for education and put them at risk of dropping out. A crisis is not compulsory; it only gives preference.
Benefit
| Level | Amount |
|---|---|
| Classes 1 to 6 | ₹15,000 |
| Classes 7 to 12, diploma, ITI, polytechnic | ₹18,000 |
| General UG (BCom, BSc, BA etc.) | ₹30,000 |
| Professional UG (BTech, MBBS, LLB, BArch, Nursing etc.) | ₹50,000 |
| General PG (MCom, MA etc.) | ₹35,000 |
| Professional PG (MTech, MBA etc.) | ₹75,000 |
Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Previous year's marksheet (2025-26).
- Government-issued identity proof.
- Admission proof for 2026-27: fee receipt, admission letter, institution ID card or bonafide certificate.
- Bank passbook copy or cancelled cheque (applicant's or parent's account).
- One income proof: certificate from the Gram Panchayat, Ward Councillor or Sarpanch; certificate from the SDM, DM, CO or Tehsildar; or an affidavit.
- Crisis proof, if applicable: death certificate of an earning family member, employer letter for job loss, notarised affidavit for self-employment failure, medical report from a certified doctor, or a government document confirming impact of a natural disaster.
How to apply
- Open parivartanecss.com and click "Apply Now" for your level: school, undergraduate or postgraduate.
- Log in to Buddy4Study (HDFC Bank's application partner) or register with email, mobile or Google account.
- Click "Start Application" and fill in the form.
- Upload the documents listed above.
- Accept the terms, click "Preview", check every detail and click "Submit".
Selection
The official site describes a multi-stage process: shortlisting on the eligibility criteria, document verification, a personal interview for shortlisted candidates, and then the final list of scholars.
Points to check before you submit
- Your marks in the last qualifying exam must be at least 55%; the form checks this.
- Diploma students qualify only if they joined the diploma after Class 12. A diploma taken straight after Class 10 does not count for this programme.
- The income proof must come from one of the listed authorities or be an affidavit; the family income from all sources must be ₹2.5 lakh or less.
- If you are claiming crisis preference, upload one of the listed crisis documents. Without it, the application is treated as a normal merit-cum-need case.
Renewal
The programme FAQ says the scholarship is now available for multiple years to support current scholars. Renewal conditions are not spelt out on the site, so ask the helpline if you are selected.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for HDFC Parivartan ECSS 2026-27?
31 October 2026, for the school, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, according to the official programme website.
Do I need to have faced a crisis to apply?
No. Students who faced a personal or family crisis in the last three years get preference, but any student who meets the marks and income conditions can apply.
How much does HDFC ECSS pay engineering or MBBS students?
Professional undergraduate courses such as BTech, MBBS, LLB, BArch and Nursing get ₹50,000. Professional postgraduate courses such as MTech and MBA get ₹75,000.
Can Class 1 to 5 students apply?
Yes. The school programme covers Classes 1 to 12; Classes 1 to 6 get ₹15,000.
What is the income limit?
Annual family income from all sources must be ₹2.5 lakh or less.
Who do I contact with questions?
The official site lists ecss@buddy4study.com and 011-430-92248 (Ext. 116), Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm.
Official sources
- Parivartan ECSS Programme 2026-27 official website
- Parivartan ECSS 2026-27 application page (Buddy4Study, application partner)
Last checked 24 October 2026. Dates can change; always confirm on the official website.