The applicants will be selected based on the eligibility criteria.

Individual aged 18 and above
India
Variable Benefits
Always Open
Sadhana Forest Scholarship is offered by Sadhana Forest. It is a five-year programme comprising four years of full-time, residential participation followed by a one-year mentored incubation period. The scholarship includes immersive service, sustainable living, and self-directed education. During the first four years, participants live full-time in off-grid, solar-powered, low-waste campuses and follow a lifestyle based on compassion, sustainability, and service (Seva), including a 100% vegan diet and complete abstinence from alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and other intoxicating substances for the entire duration of the programme. This is a life-changing opportunity for those who wish to dedicate themselves to meaningful service, community life, and long-term ecological impact. Selected applicants will receive the variable benefits.
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
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The selected applicants will gain a five-year experience combining four years of immersive residential service, sustainable living, and self-directed learning with a one-year mentored incubation period. They live sustainably on off-grid campuses, embracing compassion, Seva, community life, and long-term ecological impact.
Note: All the above-mentioned documents should be in PDF form.
Eligible applicants 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).
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Step 4: Fill in your email address and click on the ‘Next’ button to proceed with your application.
Application deadline: Always Open
The applicants will be selected based on the eligibility criteria.
Sadhana Forest
Auroville, Tamil Nadu
Email: fellowships@sadhanaforest.org
Question: Who is offering this scholarship?
Answer: Sadhana Forest is offering this scholarship.
Question: What is the duration of the Sadhana Forest Scholarship?
Answer: The scholarship runs for five years — four years of full-time, residential participation followed by a one-year mentored incubation period.
Question: What lifestyle commitments are required during the programme?
Answer: Participants must follow a 100% vegan diet and maintain complete abstinence from alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and other intoxicating substances for the entire 5-year duration. Any violation results in immediate removal from the programme.
Question: When can I apply for the Sadhana Forest Scholarship?
Answer: Applications are open year-round.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: Interested applicants can email fellowships@sadhanaforest.org for details.