Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27

The Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 is open for applications for eligible engineering students across India admitted to any Indian Institute of Technology (IIT). The application deadline for the scholarship program is August 20, 2026.

Launched with the vision of making quality engineering education accessible to deserving students, this scholarship offers annual financial assistance of INR 70,250 to first-year B.E./B.Tech. students from economically disadvantaged families. Through this initiative, Panasonic Life Solutions India (PLSIND) aims to reduce financial barriers and empower talented students to pursue their academic aspirations at India’s premier engineering institutes.

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 – Overview

The table below comprises the key highlights about the Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27.

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 – Key Highlights

Parameters	Details
Provider	Panasonic Life Solutions India (PLSIND)
Closing date	August 20, 2026
Application process	Online through the Buddy4Study portal
Scholarship amount	INR 70,250 per year
Duration	Annual support until 2028, with the possibility of an extension
Mode of payment	DBT (Direct Bank Transfer)

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 – Important Dates

Here are the important dates associated with the Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27.

Applications are now open for the scholarship.
The last date to apply for the scholarship is August 20, 2026.

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 – Eligibility Criteria

Here are the eligibility criteria for the students applying for the Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27.

The scholarship is open to students across India who have secured admission to the first year of a B.E./B.Tech. program at any Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) for the academic year 2026-27.
Applicants must have secured more than 75% marks in Class 12.
The annual family income from all sources should not exceed INR 8,00,000.
The scholarship is applicable only to students admitted during the 2026-27 academic session.
Children of employees of Panasonic Life Solutions India (PLSIND) and Buddy4Study are not eligible to apply.

Note:

Applicants must submit both the admission letter and first-semester fee receipt to be considered eligible.
Preference will be given to candidates from the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category.

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 – Benefits

Selected scholars will receive financial assistance of INR 70,250 per year, helping them meet their educational expenses throughout their engineering education at an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT).

The scholarship is intended to support expenses related to tuition fees, hostel fees, books, study materials, examination fees, and other academic requirements.

Note: Scholarship support will be provided until 2028, with the possibility of an extension, subject to the scholarship guidelines.

How to Apply for Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27?

Students can follow the step-by-step process given below to apply for the Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27:

Step 1: Visit the official scholarship page on Buddy4Study to apply for the scholarship.

Step 2: Scroll down and click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.

Step 3: Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID, or register for an account by clicking on ‘Create an Account’ and providing your Email/Mobile number/Gmail account and password.

Step 4: You will be redirected to the “Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27” application form page.

Step 5: Click the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the process.

Step 6: Fill in the ‘Check Your Eligibility’ form to confirm your eligibility for the scholarship.

Step 7: Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.

Step 8: Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’, check all boxes, and click on ‘Preview’.

Step 9: Review all details carefully and click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete your application.

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 – Documents Required

Applicants must keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application form.

Recent passport-size photograph
Class 12 marksheet (2025-26 batch)
Aadhaar Card (masked) or any other valid government-issued photo ID (Voter ID/Driving Licence/PAN Card)
Admission letter issued by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
First-semester fee receipt
Proof of annual family income (any one of the following):
- Form 16 (for salaried parents/guardians)
- Income Certificate issued by a competent government authority
- Salary slips of the last three months
- Income Tax Return (ITR) statement
Bank account details of the applicant

Submitting complete and valid documents is essential for successful verification of the scholarship application.

Panasonic Ratti Chhatr Scholarship 2026-27 Contact Details

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FAQs

Is there any income limit to apply for this scholarship?

Yes. The annual family income of the applicant from all sources should not exceed INR 8,00,000.

Is the scholarship available for students studying in engineering colleges other than IITs?

No. This scholarship is only for students who have secured admission to the first year of a B.E./B.Tech. programme at any Indian Institute of Technology (IIT).

Are students with disabilities eligible to apply?

Yes. Eligible applicants belonging to the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category are encouraged to apply and will be given preference during the scholarship selection process.

How long will selected students receive scholarship support?

Selected scholars will receive scholarship support until 2028, with the possibility of an extension, subject to the scholarship guidelines and continuation criteria.

Can applicants submit the application without the admission letter or fee receipt?

No. Submission of both the IIT admission letter and the first-semester fee receipt is mandatory for the application to be considered.