- The program targets engineering UG and integrated courses at top 50 NIRF colleges, focusing on female students.
- Covers 100% college fees, laptop, and hostel/mess fees for eligible students from families with an annual income below ₹8.5 lakh.
- Aims to support 4,000 scholars annually, with a budget exceeding ₹100 crore.
The Bharti Airtel Foundation has launched the ‘Bharti Airtel Scholarship Program’ to mark its 25th anniversary, aiming to support engineering students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, with a special emphasis on female students.
Starting with 250 students in 2024, the program plans to scale up to support 4,000 scholars annually, allocating over ₹100 crore per year. Scholars, known as ‘Bharti Scholars’, will receive full coverage of their college fees, a laptop, and assistance with hostel and mess fees, promoting academic excellence and inclusivity in the field of engineering.
Bharti Airtel Foundation Unveils New Scholarship for Engineering Students
The ‘Bharti Airtel Scholarship Program’ is a significant step forward in bridging the educational gap for underprivileged students in India. The program not only covers tuition fees but also provides essential resources like laptops and support for hostel and mess fees. This comprehensive approach ensures that financial constraints do not hinder talented students from achieving their academic goals.
With a focus on fields such as electronics & communication, telecom, IT, computer sciences, and emerging technologies, the scholarship aims to cultivate a new generation of experts in cutting-edge areas. The inclusion of AI, IoT, AR/VR, machine learning, and robotics in the scholarship program aligns with the current technological advancements and future industry demands.
By targeting the top 50 NIRF engineering colleges, the program ensures that the scholars receive education from the best institutions in the country. This not only enhances the quality of education for the students but also maximizes the impact of the scholarship by placing students in environments that are conducive to high academic and professional achievements.
The Bharti Airtel Foundation’s initiative is part of a broader vision to touch more lives through educational support. Over the past 25 years, the foundation has already impacted millions of lives, and this new scholarship program is set to further extend its reach and effectiveness, demonstrating the foundation’s long-term commitment to education and empowerment.
The Bharti Airtel Scholarship Program exemplifies the foundation’s dedication to fostering educational opportunities, ensuring that financial barriers do not stand in the way of deserving students aspiring to excel in engineering and technology fields.
“As we reflect on the last 25 years, the Bharti Airtel Foundation is proud to have touched 6 million+ lives through our educational initiatives.”
– Rakesh Bharti Mittal
