HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 is an initiative of HDFC Bank that aims to support meritorious and needy students belonging to underprivileged sections of society. The scholarship programme is meant for school students from Class 1 to 12 and those pursuing diploma, ITI,polytechnic, UG and PG (general and professional) programmes. Under the ECSS programme, the students who are unable to bear the cost of education due to personal/family crises or any other financial problems and are at a risk of dropping out are provided with monetary assistance of up to INR 75,000 for their studies.
This article offers detailed information about this scholarship programme in terms of its application process, eligibility, documentation, and other needful information. Read further to have a detailed understanding of this scholarship and its application process.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 – An Overview
HDFC Bank is India’s leading banking and financial service provider. It has introduced this scholarship as part of its flagship programme – Educational Crisis Support Scholarship (ECSS). The bank has been undertaking various projects in the field of education and livelihood training as part of its social initiative – Parivartan.
The table given below consists of the essential details about the scholarship program for a quick reference.
Detailed Overview of HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24
Particulars | Details |
Name of the Scholarship | HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 |
Provider Detail | HDFC Bank |
Scholarship Type | Merit-cum-Means based |
Scholarship Category | In School Programme, Beyond School Programme, Professional Education Programme |
Eligibility | Students pursuing Class 1 to UG and PG course-level studies |
Award | Upto INR 75,000 |
Last Date to Apply* | January 15, 2024 |
Application Mode | Online through Buddy4Study portal |
Academic Session | 2023-2024 |
*The application deadline mentioned above is tentative and may change at the discretion of the scholarship provider.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 – Key Dates
Now, with this brief piece of information, it is important to have knowledge of some other details. But before referring to them, the candidates are necessarily required to keep track of the important dates of application to this scholarship programme. The applications for HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 are currently open. The last date to submit the application forms is January 15, 2024.
Note: There are three application deadlines for the HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme. The first application deadline is 30th September 2023, the second application deadline is 31st December 2023, and the third application deadline is 31st March 2024.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 – Eligibility
For ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for School Students (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24’
- The students must be currently studying in Classes 1 to 12, diploma, ITI, and polytechnic courses in private, government, or government-aided schools.
- 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.
For ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Undergraduate Courses (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24’
- The students must be pursuing graduation courses (general courses- BCom, BSc, BA, BCA, etc. and professional courses- BTech, MBBS, LLB, B Arch, Nursing) 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.
For ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24’
- 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 2023-24 – Award Details
For ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for School Students (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24’
For Class 1 to 6 – INR 15,000 | For Class 7 to 12, Diploma, ITI, & Polytechnic students – INR 18,000
For ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Undergraduate Courses (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24’
For general undergraduate courses – INR 30,000 | For professional undergraduate courses – INR 50,000
For ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme for Postgraduate Courses (Merit-cum-Need Based) 2023-24’
For general postgraduate courses – INR 35,000 | For professional postgraduate courses – INR 75,000
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 – Application Process
Eligible candidates can apply for the HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 online by following the steps mentioned below –
- Visit the official scholarship page.
- Read all the details carefully and Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button of the respective category of scholarship.
- Login to Buddy4Study using a registered ID to land on the ‘Online Application Form Page’.
- If not registered – Register with your Email/Mobile Number/Gmail account.
- You will now be redirected to the ‘HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24’ 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 by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECSS Programme 2023-24 – Key Documents
- Passport size photograph
- Previous year’s marksheets (2022-23) (NOTE: In case, you don’t have a marksheet for the 2022-2023 session, please upload the marksheet for 2021-22 session.)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License)
- Current year admission proof (Fee Receipt/Admission Letter/Institution ID Card/Bonafide Certificate) (2022-23)
- 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 2023-24 – Selection Process
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
Contact Details
In case one has any queries related to this scholarship programme, its eligibility, the application process, award details, or selection process, one is requested to connect through the contact details given below –
Email: hdfcbankecss@buddy4study.com
Phone: 011-430-92248 (Ext- 116)
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