LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2027: Expected Dates, Eligibility
by LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation
Official dates are not announced yet. The dates below are expected, based on last year's schedule.
- Expected: Register by
- Sep 2027
- Where
- Online
- Prizes
- ₹15,000 to ₹50,000 a year for the course
- Who can join
- Passed Class 10 or 12 with 60%, joining first year; family income up to ₹4.5 lakh
The LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship, run by LIC's Golden Jubilee Foundation, pays ₹15,000 to ₹50,000 a year for the whole course to students from families earning up to ₹4.5 lakh who passed Class 10 or 12 with at least 60%. As of 24 October 2026, the 2026 scheme is closed: the official scheme document set 30 September 2026 as the last date, and an extension to 15 October 2026 was reported. This page covers the next scheme, expected to open around September 2027; it has not been announced.
Key dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Scheme-2027 applications | September 2027 | Expected |
| Scheme-2026 last date (official scheme document) | 30 September 2026 | Closed |
| Scheme-2026 extended last date | 15 October 2026 (as reported) | Closed |
| Scheme-2026 selection results | Not announced | Awaited |
The expected month follows the 2026 scheme, which set a last date of 30 September 2026. The 2027 scheme document has not been released.
Who can apply (2026 scheme rules)
General Scholarship (after Class 12 or diploma)
- Passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in 2023-24, 2024-25 or 2025-26.
- Admitted in the current academic year to the first year of medicine (MBBS, BAMS, BHMS, BDS), engineering (BE, BTech, BArch), graduation in any discipline, integrated courses, a diploma, vocational courses at government-recognised institutes, or an ITI course.
- Parents' or guardian's annual income from all sources not more than ₹4,50,000.
Special Scholarship (after Class 10)
- Passed Class 10 with at least 60% in one of the same three years.
- Admitted to the first year of Class 11-12 (intermediate), a vocational or diploma course, or an ITI.
- Same ₹4.5 lakh income limit.
Not eligible: postgraduate courses (integrated UG+PG courses are allowed); correspondence, part-time and open-university courses; CA, CS and Cost Accountancy; and students already receiving a scholarship from another trust or institution. Scholarships from the central or state government do not count against you.
Benefit
| Category | Amount per year | Paid as |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine (MBBS, BAMS, BHMS, BDS) | ₹50,000 | 2 × ₹25,000 |
| Engineering (BE, BTech, BArch) | ₹40,000 | 2 × ₹20,000 |
| Graduation, integrated, diploma, vocational, ITI | ₹20,000 | 2 × ₹10,000 |
| Special Scholarship (after Class 10) | ₹15,000 | 2 × ₹7,500 |
The scholarship runs for the whole course (excluding internship), paid by NEFT. Under Scheme-2026 the instalments fall due on 1 September and 1 February.
Number of scholarships
Each of LIC's 112 divisions selects 120 students: 80 General Scholarships (40 boys, 40 girls) and 40 Special Scholarships (20 boys, 20 girls). Gender slots can be swapped if one side has too few applicants. The overall caps are 8,960 General and 4,480 Special scholarships.
Selection
There is no exam. Applications are routed to an LIC division by the PIN code of your address, and each division ranks applicants by their Class 12 or Class 10 percentage. Ties go to the applicant with lower family income. Selected students are told by email, and LIC officials then verify original documents.
Documents
- Income certificate from a competent revenue authority (Tehsildar, Collector, SDM, municipal or panchayat officer etc.) showing both parents' gross income for the previous financial year.
- Class 10 or 12 marksheet and proof of admission.
- Bank account details with IFSC and a cancelled cheque in the student's name.
- PAN and e-Aadhaar details are used in the application.
How to apply
- Watch the LIC home page (licindia.in) and the Golden Jubilee Foundation page for the 2027 scheme document.
- Apply only through the online link on the LIC website; paper forms are not accepted.
- Note the LIC division named in your acknowledgement email; it handles all further correspondence.
Renewal
Medical and engineering scholars must score at least 55% each year; others need 50%. You must pass every subject; passing with grace marks or clearing a failed subject later ends the scholarship.
Tips for Maharashtra students
- Maharashtra is served by several LIC divisions, and you compete only against applicants in your own division, which is decided by your PIN code.
- You can hold a Maharashtra government scholarship (for example through MahaDBT) together with the LIC scholarship, because government scholarships are exempt from the "other scholarship" bar.
Frequently asked questions
Is the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 still open?
No. The 2026 scheme closed on 30 September 2026 per the scheme document, with a reported extension to 15 October 2026. The next scheme is expected around September 2027.
How much is the LIC scholarship for engineering students?
₹40,000 a year, paid in two instalments of ₹20,000, for the length of the course.
Is there an exam for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship?
No. Selection is purely on Class 12 or Class 10 marks within your LIC division, with income as a tie-breaker.
Can I get both the LIC scholarship and MahaDBT?
Yes. The scheme only bars scholarships from other trusts or institutions; central and state government scholarships are allowed.
Can CA or CS students apply?
No. CA, CS and Cost Accountancy courses are excluded.
Official sources
Last checked 24 October 2026. Dates can change; always confirm on the official website.