Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27: Last Date, Eligibility, Amount

The Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27, run by Kotak Education Foundation for the Kotak Mahindra Group, gives ₹1.5 lakh a year until graduation to girls who scored at least 75% in Class 12 and have joined the first year of a professional degree such as engineering, MBBS, architecture, design or integrated LLB. As of 24 October 2026, the official application form on Buddy4Study, Kotak's application partner, shows the last date as 15 November 2026. Kotak Education Foundation's own page still shows the original deadline of 30 September 2026, so apply as early as you can.

Key dates

Kotak Kanya deadlines have been extended before: the 2025-26 round finally closed on 25 January 2026.

Who can apply

• Girl students from anywhere in India.
• At least 75% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in Class 12.
• Annual family income below ₹6 lakh.
• Admitted in 2026-27 to the first year of a professional degree at an institute of repute (NIRF/NAAC accredited): engineering, MBBS, integrated LLB (5 years), integrated BS-MS or BS-Research at IISERs or IISc, or other professional courses such as design and architecture.
• A one-year gap after Class 12 (for example, to prepare for an entrance exam) is allowed.
• Children of employees of the Kotak Mahindra Group, Kotak Education Foundation and Buddy4Study cannot apply.

General degrees such as BSc, BCom and BA are not covered.

Benefit

₹1.5 lakh a year to each selected scholar until she completes her professional degree. The money can be used for tuition fees, hostel fees, internet, transport, a laptop, books and stationery. The amount is transferred once a year to the scholar's bank account (or a parent's or guardian's account if she is a minor). Kotak Education Foundation states that selection and amount are at its discretion.

Documents

• Class 12 marksheet.
• Income proof of parents or guardian, and parents' ITR for FY 2025-26 if available.
• Fee structure for 2026-27.
• Bonafide certificate or letter from the college.
• College seat allotment document.
• Entrance exam scorecard.
• Aadhaar card (masked copy), bank passbook and a passport-size photograph.
• Disability certificate, if applicable; death certificate of parent for single-parent or orphan candidates.
• Photographs of the house.

How to apply

1. Open the Kotak Kanya Scholarship page on the Kotak Education Foundation website and click "Apply Now".
2. Log in to Buddy4Study, or register with email, mobile or Gmail.
3. Click "Start Application" on the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27 form.
4. Fill in the form and upload the documents.
5. Accept the terms, preview, and submit.

Selection

Kotak Education Foundation shortlists applicants on academic merit and financial background. The top-performing girls then face two rounds of interviews. Final selection is in rank order and at the Foundation's discretion.

Renewal

To keep the scholarship each year, a scholar must not drop out of regular classes, must have no disciplinary issues, and must score at least 6 CGPA a year or be promoted to the next year. Renewal is at the Foundation's discretion.

Tips for Maharashtra students

• If you got your engineering, architecture or medical seat through a Maharashtra CAP round, keep the CAP seat allotment letter and your MHT-CET, JEE or NEET scorecard ready: both are on the document list.
• Kotak Education Foundation is based in Mumbai (Chembur), but the scholarship is open to girls across India.

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date for Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27?

The official application form listing shows 15 November 2026. The Foundation's own page still shows the original 30 September 2026, so apply as early as possible.

How much is the Kotak Kanya Scholarship?

₹1.5 lakh a year, paid until the scholar completes her professional degree, subject to renewal conditions.

Can BSc or BCom students apply for Kotak Kanya?

No. It is only for professional degrees such as engineering, MBBS, architecture, design, integrated LLB and integrated BS-MS.

What marks and income are needed?

At least 75% in Class 12 and annual family income below ₹6 lakh.

Is there an interview?

Yes. Shortlisted girls go through two rounds of interviews before final selection.

Official sources

• Kotak Education Foundation: Kotak Kanya Scholarship
• Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026-27 application page (Buddy4Study, application partner)

Last checked 24 October 2026. Dates can change; always confirm on the official website.