HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses for the year 2023-24 constitutes an endeavor by HDFC Bank with the objective of aiding academically exceptional and disadvantaged students hailing from marginalized segments of society. This scholarship initiative is designed to encompass scholars attending school from Grade 1 to 12, as well as those enrolled in diploma, ITI, polytechnic, undergraduate, and postgraduate (both general and professional) programs.
Through the ECSS Programme, students confronted with the inability to manage their educational expenses due to personal or familial crises, as well as other financial constraints, and consequently face the risk of discontinuing their education, are furnished with financial support up to the value of INR 75,000 to facilitate their educational pursuits.
HDFC Bank, renowned as India’s foremost financial services and banking provider, has instituted this scholarship as a component of its flagship initiative named the Educational Crisis Support Scholarship (ECSS). The bank has consistently engaged in diverse projects within the realm of education and vocational training, as integral components of its societal endeavor termed Parivartan.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses Overview
| Name of the Scholarship | HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 |
| Provider Detail | HDFC Bank |
| Last Date to Apply* | September 31, 2023 |
| Scholarship Category | In School Programme, Beyond School Programme, Professional Education Programme |
| Eligibility | Students pursuing Class 1 to UG and PG course-level studies |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official portal | Click here |
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses 2023-24,Importants Dates
The applications for HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses 2023-24 are currently open. The last date to submit the application forms is September 30, 2023.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses – Eligibility
- The students must be pursuing postgraduation courses (general courses – MCom, MA, etc. and professional courses – MTech, MBA, etc.) in recognized colleges or universities in India.
- The applicants must have passed the previous qualifying examination with at least 55% marks.
- Annual family income must be less than or equal to INR 2.5 Lakh.
- Preference will be given to those applicants who are facing personal or family crises that have occurred during the past three years due to which they are unable to continue bearing the cost of education and are at risk of dropping out.
- Open for Indian nationals only.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses 2023-24 Benefits:
For general postgraduate courses – INR 35,000 | For professional postgraduate courses – INR 75,000
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses 2023-24 Documents
- Passport size photograph
- Previous year’s marksheets (2022-23)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License)
- Current year admission proof (Fee Receipt/Admission Letter/Institution ID Card/Bonafide Certificate) (2023-24)
- Applicant Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque (Information will also be captured in the application form)
- Income Proof (any of the three proofs given below)
- Income Proof issued by Gram Panchayat/Ward Counsellor/Sarpanch
- Income Proof issued by SDM/DM/CO/Tehsildar
- Affidavit
- Proof of family/personal crisis (if applicable)
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses 2023-24 How can you apply?
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
- Login to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and land onto the ‘Application Form Page’.
- If not registered – Register at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile/Gmail account.
- You will now be redirected to the ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme’ application form page.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
- Fill in the required details in the online application form.
- Upload relevant documents
- Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
- If all the details filled in the application are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the selection process for HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme?
The selection process of HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme is a multi-stage process where students are selected based on merit and their financial need or personal/family crisis. Details of the selection process are mentioned below:
- Shortlisting of the candidates based on the eligibility criteria
- Document verification
- Personal interview of the shortlisted candidates post document verification
- Announcement of the final list of scholars
I do not have my current year’s admission fee receipt as I am unable to pay it for my B.Tech. (first-year) programme. How can I avail this scholarship?
To apply for this scholarship, applicants are required to submit their current year’s admission proof. In case, you do not have the fee receipt, you can submit the admission letter/admission confirmation letter to be considered for this scholarship.
I scored 53.4% marks in my Class 8 examination. Can I apply for this scholarship?
No. You need to score at least 55% marks in your qualifying examination to be eligible for this scholarship.
Which document must be uploaded as income proof at the time of application?
The applicants can upload any of the following documents as proof of income -Income certificate issued by SDM/DM/Collector’s Office/TehsildarSalary slip or letter from employerITRAffidavit
If selected, will I get this scholarship for subsequent years of studies?
No. This is a one-time scholarship. To avail the scholarship for subsequent years, you need to apply as a fresh applicant for this scholarship in the subsequent years as and when the scholarship is renewed for the year.
I passed my Class 12 examination in 2022 and after a gap year, I took admission in B.Tech (1st year). Can I apply for this scholarship?
Yes, you may apply for this scholarship provided you have your current year admission proof which ensures the continuity of your education after the gap year.
| HELPLINE NUMBER | 011-430-92248 |
| hdfcbankecss@buddy4study.com | |
| Deadline | September 30, 2023 |
| APPLY NOW | Click here |
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HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for School Students (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24