Applying for Scholarships on Buddy4Study: Answers To Your Common Queries

The Buddy4Study online platform offers several scholarship programmes, targeted schemes including other relevant opportunities meant for the needy individuals by supporting them pursue their academic ambitions. Receiving a scholarship can ease your financial worries, however, the adherence to the application process without complete know-how can prove to be tedious. Awareness of available opportunities is relatively easier whereas applying for them for a successful outcome can prove to be challenging in the absence of appropriate methods and procedures. 

This article addresses some of the common queries and doubts faced by the applicants at the time of application for a scholarship programme on the Buddy4Study platform.

Searching for Scholarships – FAQs

Where can I find the list of all the scholarships available on Buddy4Study?

To view the list of scholarships, visit the official website of Buddy4Study and click on ‘Scholarships’ at the top of the page as revealed in the screenshot. You can also sort the scholarships according to specific categories and skills, level of education, states or countries, etc.

If I register, is it mandatory to apply for scholarships?

No, this is not mandatory. You can simply register on Buddy4Study platform to get access to the additional services on the platform such as the Career Assessment Test, Stream Selector Test, Online Degree programme and latest updates on scholarship and fellowship opportunities.

How can I contact Buddy4Study?

If you have any general queries or doubts with regard to available scholarships, you can email us at info@buddy4study.com or you can submit your queries by visiting our Contact Us page.

I forgot my Buddy4Study password. What should I do?

If you can’t remember your B4S login password, click the ‘Forgot Password’ option on the register page. You can restore your password by entering your registered mobile phone number or email address. If you select a mobile number, you will receive an OTP on that number. Fill in the details and proceed to create a new password for your login id. Furthermore, if you pick the email address, you must enter your registered email address and a password reset link will be sent to your email address.

How do I change details in the ‘my name/educational details’ section?

In case of a mistake, a student can get it rectified by sending an email to info@buddy4study.com and an expert will connect with the student for extending further assistance.

What is the subscription cost of the monthly Buddy Bulletin?

The Buddy4Study monthly bulletin is absolutely free of cost. It is available both in Hindi and English.

What is the process of availing of an education loan?

There are various procedures to get an education loan. They can be applied online or offline. The applicants must visit the official documents of the education loan provider to read the details. Buddy4Study’s Education Loan Programme is a convenient alternative available for eligible students. They can find all the necessary information on the official loan page.

Applying for Scholarships – FAQs

Am I eligible for the scholarship?

This is a normal question that every student has when they come to know about a scholarship. To clarify this, students should refer to the ‘Eligibility’ section of each scholarship. If they meet all of the eligibility requirements, they can proceed with the application.

How can I apply for a scholarship?

The applicants are advised to read the ‘How can you apply?’ section on the scholarship page carefully. Simply follow the given instructions and proceed with the application process.

Can I apply for more than one scholarship?

You can apply for multiple scholarships if you find yourself eligible for them. Your chances of getting selected increase when you apply for more than one scholarship scheme simultaneously. However,  it all depends on the scholarship providers whether you can receive the benefits of one or more than one scholarship simultaneously. In the event of receiving benefits for only a single scholarship, the applicants shall have the option to select the one that offers the best incentives. 

Can students with gap years apply for scholarships?

The scholarship provider may or may not allow gap years. The students are advised to check the ‘Eligibility’ section of the scholarship to get further information.

Why do I need to update my bank account details?

In general, the scholarship benefits are transferred to those bank accounts that are KYC compliant, linked with mobile and seeded with the Aadhar number. Updated details such as the IFSC codes etc. guarantee a smooth transfer of the scholarship funds into their accounts, and therefore the students are recommended to update their bank details in their scholarship application.

I have applied for a scholarship, and they have extended the deadline. Do I need to apply again?

No, after having applied once, you will have to wait for the selection and verification process to get completed. Further communication follows thereafter.

Scholarship Documents – FAQs

How can I scan the necessary documents using my phone?

Most modern phones come with a built-in document scanner. If your phone does not have one, you can download it from the Play Store. All you have to do is to search for “Document Scanner” in the Play Store, and a number of options will pop up. Download an app with a good rating and scan all of your papers.

How can I adjust the document size?

If the document is in JPEG format, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open the image in ‘Paint’. 

Step 2: On the ‘Home’ tab of the paint toolbar, click on the ‘Resize’ button. You can resize your image by pixels or percentages.

Furthermore, if your documents are in PDF format, you can resize it by following the steps below:

Step 1: Search for a ‘Compress PDF’ tool on Google. 

Step 2: Open a tool and upload the file you want to compress. 

Step 3: Click on the ‘Compress’ button. 

Step 4: A compressed version of your document will be downloaded.

I uploaded the wrong document. What can I do?

You can edit the application before submitting it. If you have already submitted your application, contact Buddy4Study by sending an email or visiting the ‘Contact Us’ page.

I am facing a challenge in arranging the income proof document. What should I do?

In case, the earning members of your family work in the unorganised sector, you can get an income proof document. You simply need to contact your village tehsildar or other relevant district revenue authorities and request them for an income certificate. 

Also Read: Income Proof Requirements: Submission Guidelines

I do not have an admission letter, what else can I provide as an admission proof?

Any alternatives such as an application copy or a bonafide letter can be submitted as a temporary measure before getting the admission certificate. The admission letter is an important document that is required as proof for many scholarship providers to test the eligibility of the scholarship applicant. Thus, it should be obtained and must be submitted later.

Is it okay to upload my documents containing private/sensitive information to Buddy4Study?

The B4S website has a long history of ensuring integrity of the data of the applicants. The student can rest assured about their data made available on Buddy4Study platform.

Scholarship Selection and Awards – FAQs

Once a student receives a scholarship, do they need to maintain a certain academic performance?

This is not a prerequisite, however, some particular programs ask for such conditions. One has to go through the particular scholarships to know if they ask for such requirements.

I applied/got interviewed for a scholarship but did not get selected. What could be the possible reasons?

If you were not selected for a scholarship following the interview, it is possible that other prospective scholars outperformed you. This typically occurs when the number of scholarships to be awarded is smaller than the number of applications received. Remember that just fulfilling the eligibility requirements and giving an interview does not guarantee your selection for the award. Ultimately, the decision of selection or rejection is entirely at the discretion of the scholarship provider, and not the Buddy4Study platform. In any case, you must continue to apply for appropriate scholarships without losing heart. Try again and you are bound to succeed.

When will I receive the scholarship benefits ?

There are multiple stages to a scholarship. After the scholarship deadline is over, the applicants are shortlisted and their details are verified thoroughly. The selection process can also include interviews for further consideration. The process of selection and verification usually takes  about 30 to 90 days, sometimes even more depending on the number of applicants. You must remain patient until the selection process is over.

I have applied for multiple scholarship opportunities on Buddy4Study, but never received further communication thereafter. Why is this happening?

If you have not received any updates after the selection process is over, you may not have been selected for the scholarships. This is quite usual. Keep on applying for more scholarships until you succeed. 

I have been selected for a scholarship but did not receive the benefits even after providing the necessary details. What should I do?

The details of every scholarship applicant have to be checked and verified before providing the benefits to ensure security. Therefore, the applicants must remain patient and wait for the process to be finished.

Is there a notification sent when I am rejected for a scholarship?

Due to the large number of applications, it is not possible to notify every student who has not been selected. Therefore the students must keep applying to eligible opportunities to increase their chances of getting selected.

If the registered contact number is off, is there still a way to receive updates?

The registered number is very important and it must be kept accessible. In case there is a problem, the number must be activated/replaced as soon as possible. The students must also check their spam folders in case they missed any notifications regarding the scholarships.

How do I ensure that Buddy4Study is contacting me and not a fraudster?

You are requested to pick up calls after you have applied for scholarships as you will be contacted for further details. Buddy4Study never asks for bank details or money, so if you ever get such a request, it is most likely a scam. Please contact Buddy4Study in case of any query related to the same. Official mail ids and phone numbers are already available on the website to verify its authenticity.