College Board, the US organisation that runs the SAT, has partnered with Indian universities to launch the College Board India Scholars Program under the India Global Alliance. Students who meet set academic and financial-need criteria can win a full-tuition scholarship at a participating university, earning recognition as an SAT India Top Performer.
The Alliance connects Indian institutions with prominent international universities to widen access to higher education. Alongside this, income-eligible students can also receive a discount of up to 90% on their SAT registration fee, a benefit administered in India through partners such as Buddy4Study, making the test more affordable. This collaboration offers up to a 100% reduction in SAT fees for students taking the test in the months of March, May, October and December.
Digital SAT Dates and Deadlines
| SAT Test Date | Registration Deadline | Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation and Late Registration |
| Aug 22, 2026 | Aug 7, 2026 | Aug 11, 2026 |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Aug 28, 2026 | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 | Sep 22, 2026 |
| Nov 7, 2026 | Oct 23, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Nov 20, 2026 | Nov 24, 2026 |
| Mar 6, 2027 | Feb 19, 2027 | Feb 23, 2027 |
| May 1, 2027 | Apr 16, 2027 | Apr 20, 2027 |
| Jun 5, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | May 25, 2027 |
- *SAT students requiring a College Board device for registration, must request for it at least 30 days before their test date.
- **Late registration is available worldwide. Additional fees apply.
- All deadlines expire at 11:59 p.m. ET, U.S.
- These test dates and deadlines apply to all students—U.S. and international—taking the SAT:
Eligibility Criteria and Discounts for SAT Scholarships
Students willing to avail 50% SAT discount voucher are required to fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned below in order to avail benefits of SAT scholarships:
- Students must be a resident of India.
- Applicants must be pursuing their studies in Class 11 or 12.
- Applicants must have an annual family income ranging between ₹8,00,000 to ₹15,00,000.
- Students must be top performers in the SAT exam with a minimum score of 1350 out of 1600.
- Applicants must have applied and enrolled for a degree course in the participating Indian universities.
College Board has offered a 90% discount voucher for those students who have a family income of less than ₹8,00,000. To avail the discount the student must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must be a resident of India.
- Applicants must be pursuing their studies in Class 11 or 12.
- Applicants must have an annual income not more than ₹8,00,000.
Indian Universities Accepting SAT
As part of the India Global Higher Education Alliance, the following pioneering universities accept SAT scores for admission:
| Name of the University | About the University |
| Ahmedabad University | A private university in Gujarat that offers students a liberal education focused on research and interdisciplinary learning. |
| Ashoka University | A private research university located in Sonipat, Haryana that provides a liberal education in social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. |
| Manipal Academy of Higher Education | An institution of eminence, a deemed-to-be university is synonymous with excellence in higher education. |
| NMIMS Deemed-to-be-University | A private deemed-to-be university located in Mumbai offers both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. |
| Shiv Nadar University | A private research university located in Uttar Pradesh. |
| BML Munjal University | A not-for-profit initiative founded by the Hero Group and mentored by Imperial College, London. |
| Shoolini University | A not-for-profit multi-disciplinary private university founded by leading academicians and professionals. |
| Plaksha University | A not-for-profit private research university located in Mohali, Punjab, aiming to create a new model of higher education that combines academic excellence with industrial relevance. |
| Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET) | A deemed-to-be-university in Patiala that offers a wide range of courses in various streams. |
Apart from the above-mentioned universities, some of the member institutions as mentioned below accept SAT scores for admission to their specific programmes only:
- FLAME University
- KREA University
- Manav Rachna University
- Sri Sri University
- Srishti School of Art Design and Technology
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology
- SRM University, AP – Amaravati
- SRM University Delhi-NCR, Sonipat
- World University of Design
- Vijaybhoomi University
| Institution Name | Programs |
| Ahmedabad University | All except B.Tech. courses |
| Atria University | All courses except Law and Architecture |
| Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) | All B.Sc./B.C.A./B.E.M./B.B.A./B.A./ B.Phama/ B.Com. (Hons) Programs |
| Manipal Jaipur University | All courses except Law and Architecture |
| OP Jindal Global University | All programs except Law |
| Sophia College For Women | All courses except Law and Architecture |
| Symbiosis International (Deemed University) | Liberal Arts |
| Vellore Institute of Technology | All programs except Law and Architecture |
| Vijaybhoomi University | All courses |
| IFIM College | B.B.A, Bachelor of Commerce, Journalism and Computer Application |
| Shiv Nadar University |
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| SVKM’s NMIMS | All courses in the following streams (schools):
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| M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences |
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How to Apply for a SAT Reduction Voucher?
Students should follow the steps mentioned below to receive the SAT fee discount voucher and take the SAT exams for free:
Step 1: Visit the official website of Buddy4Study.
Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Avail Steep Discounts for the SAT Exam Fee’ option and click on the respective buttons for availing discount voucher.
Step 3: Now, click on the ‘Start Application’ button at the right-hand side of the dashboard.
Step 5: Tick the check box on terms and conditions and submit to make the payment.
Upon receipt of payment of the discounted SAT fee, students will receive the voucher code within 2 days to their email ID.
How to apply for SAT Scholarships?
After having received the SAT voucher, students can redeem it by applying for the SAT Scholarships program by following the steps outlined below:
Step 1: Visit the College Board SAT registration website.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Register Now’ button and fill in the required details to register and become a College board India Scholar.
Note:- Students should redeem the fee discount voucher within 15 days of the date of receipt of voucher from Buddy4Study or prior to the registration deadline, whichever is earlier.
Documents Required for SAT Scholarships
International or overseas candidates are required to submit the following documents in order to avail SAT scholarships:
- Academic transcripts, including marksheets, certificates, etc.
- SAT test scores
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Passport-sized photographs
- A copy of a valid passport and visa
- Letter of Recommendation (LOR) [If applicable]
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) [If applicable]
- Letter of acceptance from participating Indian universities
Contact Details
In case of queries, please reach out to Buddy4Study on the contact details mentioned below:
Email ID: iga-help@buddy4study.com
Phone Number: (+91-11)-430-92248 (Ext: 118) (Monday to Friday – 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM (IST))
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the College Board India Scholars Programme?
The College Board India Scholars Programme is a two-pronged initiative designed to help financially disadvantaged, high-achieving students in India pursue their higher education. It offers a 100% tuition fee waiver in any of the participating Indian universities. (A list of participating Indian universities is mentioned above). Students need to be in Class 12 while taking the SAT to qualify for the scholarship program.
What is the SAT?
Scholastic Aptitude Test, popularly known as SAT, is a standardised test used by many colleges in the United States to assess the readiness of the students for college-level work. All Indian universities that are part of the College Board’s India Higher Education Global Alliance initiative accept SAT as an entrance exam for students in India.
How do I redeem a discount voucher?
Students who receive the SAT fee reduction voucher from Buddy4Study can redeem it on the College Board’s SAT registration website.
How to apply for the scholarship?
To secure an India Global Alliance scholarship, students must do the following:
- They should achieve the required SAT score and meet the annual family income criteria.
- Applicants need to send their SAT scores directly to their chosen universities.
- They must submit the application through the Buddy4Study platform.
- Applicants need to meet all other admission requirements of the specific university they are applying to.