Selection is based on a multi-stage process:
- initial shortlisting per eligibility cutoffs
- performance in the Joint Dakshana Selection Test (JDST) 2027
- final round of interview and document verification
Dakshana Scholarship ( JDST) 2026
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Eligibility
Class 12 Science students
Region
India
Award
Free coaching and other benefits
Deadline
30-Nov-2026
About The Program
Dakshana Scholarship ( JDST) 2026, awarded through the Joint Dakshana Selection Test (JDST) 2027, is offered by the Dakshana Foundation. The scholarship supports meritorious Class 12 Science students from economically weaker backgrounds by providing free residential JEE/NEET coaching, along with food and accommodation, at the Dakshana Valley campus in Pune. The JDST 2027 is tentatively scheduled to be held in December 2026.
EligibilityDeadline Date: 30-Nov-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be studying in Govt./Aided/Public schools (not applicable for JNV/EMRS students)
- meet all 3 of the following criteria
- School: Currently studying in Class 12 Science at a Govt./Aided/Public school (Academic Year 2026-27) and must have appeared for the Class 12 board exam by May 2027
- Annual Family Income: Up to ₹3,00,000 per annum for male candidates; up to ₹5,00,000 per annum for female candidates
- Merit: Aggregate marks of Maths & Science in Class 10 above the cut-off —
- Engineering (Male): GEN – 85%; EWS/OBC – 80%; SC – 70%; ST – 65%; PD – 55%
- Engineering (Female): GEN – 80%; EWS/OBC – 75%; SC – 65%; ST – 60%; PD – 50%
- Medical: GEN – 80%; EWS/OBC – 75%; SC – 65%; ST – 60%; PD – 50%
Note:- Students studying in JNV (Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya) and EMRS (Eklavya Model Residential School) schools follow a separate selection process and are invited based on Class 12 Term 1 results rather than the eligibility criteria above.
Benefits
Selected students receive free residential JEE/NEET coaching, along with food and accommodation, for one year at the Dakshana campus in Pune.
Documents
- Passport-size photograph
- Academic marksheet
How can you apply?
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note: If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to ‘Click Here to fill the Form’.
Step 4: Click on the Tick box and click on the ‘Continue’ button.
Step 5: Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents, then click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 30th November 2026 (Tentative)
JDST 2027 Test Date: December 2026 (Tentative)
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
- This scholarship does not apply to JNV/EMRS students under the Govt./Aided/Public school selection process; JNV and EMRS students follow a separate invitation-based process.
Contact Details
The Dakshana Foundation
Dakshana Valley, Village Kadus, Taluka Rajgurunagar, Maharashtra – 412404
Email ID: info@dakshana.org Contact Number: 073918 22002
Source: https://www.dakshana.org/
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this scholarship?
Answer: The Dakshana Foundation is offering this opportunity.
Question: What are the benefits of the Dakshana Scholarship ( JDST) 2026?
Answer: Selected students receive free JEE/NEET coaching, food, and accommodation for one year in Pune.
Question: Who is eligible for the Dakshana Scholarship ( JDST) 2026?
Answer: Class 12 Science students from Govt./Aided/Public schools meeting the school, merit, and family income criteria are eligible, along with JNV and EMRS school students invited based on Class 12 Term 1 results.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: Applicants must check eligibility and apply online at the Dakshana official portal.
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