Reliance Foundation Scholarship 2026-27: UG & PG Eligibility, Amount & How to Apply
Reliance Foundation UG and PG Scholarship 2026-27 applications are closed. Compare route-specific eligibility, awards, fields and next steps for submitted applicants.
Hello students! The live Reliance Foundation Scholarships portal still displays the 2026-27 programme as open, while cycle materials record an application deadline of 11:59 PM IST on 5 October 2026. Because those current signals do not align, use the applicant portal as the source of truth and do not assume that a new application can or cannot be submitted from either line alone.
UG applicants could seek up to ₹2 lakh over the degree, while PG applicants in eligible future-ready fields could seek up to ₹6 lakh. Both routes included a mandatory aptitude test. Applications opened on 14 August 2026 and there was no application fee. Apply only through the official Reliance Foundation Scholarships portal.
The accessible official programme page does not show a referee deadline. Available PG FAQ material gives conflicting dates, with 12 October in one deadlines section and 11 October in another reference section. If you submitted a PG application, confirm the applicable deadline in your applicant/referee portal or with Reliance Foundation before relying on either date. UG applicants who submitted should check their application status. The official bank-account/PAN deadline was 18 October 2026 and has passed. If the section remains incomplete, contact Reliance Foundation through its official support route; do not assume late completion will be accepted.
UG vs PG route selector
Choose the route that matches your current study stage, not the larger award amount. The detailed UG and PG guides below contain the route-specific procedures.
Route | Who it fits | Maximum support and scale | Key qualification check | If you already submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
UG Scholarship | First-year regular full-time undergraduate student in 2026-27 | Up to ₹2 lakh; up to 5,000 scholars | Class 12 minimum 60%, current UG income rule and mandatory aptitude test | Check portal status. The 18 October bank/PAN deadline has passed; contact official support if the section remains incomplete. |
PG Scholarship | First-year regular full-time postgraduate student in an eligible field | Up to ₹6 lakh; up to 100 scholars | Eligible field plus GATE 2026 score of 550-1,000 or undergraduate CGPA of 7.5 or above | Check aptitude-test status, references and any referee or interview deadline in the portal. |
Exact PG field groups for 2026-27
The official programme page lists these nine field groups. Check its eligible-degree list first; if your course is absent or its mapping is unclear, use the confirmation route below.
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Sciences
Mathematics and Computing
Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Renewable and New Energy
Material Science and Engineering
Life Sciences
If your exact PG course title is missing or its field mapping is unclear, email RF.PGScholarships@reliancefoundation.org with the full course and institute details and obtain written confirmation; do not assume an exception or automatic eligibility.
Choose the UG application if
You are a resident Indian citizen.
You passed Class 12 with at least 60%.
You are enrolled in the first year of a regular full-time undergraduate degree in 2026-27.
Your household income is ₹15 lakh or less under the current FAQs.
You can complete the mandatory aptitude test.
Choose the PG application if
You are a resident Indian citizen in the first year of an eligible full-time PG degree.
Your programme is listed or confirmed eligible by Reliance Foundation.
You have a GATE 2026 score of 550-1,000 or undergraduate CGPA of 7.5 or above.
You can provide the requested references, essays and documents.
You can complete the aptitude test and interview stages.
Common application steps
Open the official Reliance Foundation Scholarships website.
Select Undergraduate or Postgraduate; do not use the wrong form.
Complete the eligibility questionnaire.
Fill academic, personal and achievement details accurately.
Upload the required documents.
Submit and save the confirmation.
If you submitted as a UG applicant, check your application status. The separate bank-account/PAN deadline was 18 October 2026 and has passed. If the section remains incomplete, contact Reliance Foundation through its official support route; do not assume late completion will be accepted. The application form closed on 5 October 2026.
Complete the mandatory aptitude test.
Track the official email and portal for the next stage.
Documents to prepare
Identity and citizenship details
Academic marksheets and admission proof
Current course and institute details
Income proof for the UG application
GATE score or undergraduate CGPA proof for PG
Supporting evidence for achievements
PG references, essays and field-specific documents
Aptitude test - what both applicants should expect
The official programme describes a 60-minute online aptitude test with 60 multiple-choice questions covering verbal ability, analytical and logical ability, and numerical ability.
Take one diagnostic before planning study.
Repair weak arithmetic and reading basics first.
Practise mixed questions under a 60-minute limit.
Review incorrect and guessed answers.
Use the official sample questions where available.
Optional preparation support
Start with the official aptitude-test guidance, sample questions and the mock available after booking your aptitude slot. If you also need help with a separate entrance-exam goal, the Career Launcher Vile Parle Mumbai profile provides branch information, but it does not establish a dedicated Reliance scholarship course or a verified price. Coaching is not required to submit a scholarship application; do not buy a full CAT or bank course just for this application or accept promises of scholarship selection.
Application mistakes to avoid
Choosing PG because the award is larger despite being an undergraduate.
Treating a related PG course as eligible without checking the exact list.
Entering household income without the accepted proof.
Copying an essay or statement of purpose.
Missing the aptitude test after submitting the form.
Missing the 5 October 2026 closing date.
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Related Reliance Scholarship and AcademyCheck guides
Reliance Foundation PG Scholarship: eligible fields, support and selection
Reliance Foundation UG Scholarship: eligibility and selection
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for both UG and PG?
Apply only to the programme that matches your current study stage and eligibility.
Is the ₹2 lakh or ₹6 lakh paid immediately?
No. These are maximum totals over the degree and disbursement follows programme rules.
Do both programmes have an aptitude test?
Yes. The aptitude test is mandatory under the current selection process.
Can distance-learning students apply?
No. The current rules require regular full-time study.
What is the closing date for 2026-27?
Both UG and PG application windows closed on 5 October 2026. Do not assume late applications are accepted; applicants who submitted should use the official portal for status and next steps.
If you submitted, check your route-specific eligibility, aptitude-test status and current portal instructions. UG applicants: the bank/PAN deadline was 18 October 2026 and has passed. If this section remains incomplete, contact Reliance Foundation through its official support route; do not assume late completion will be accepted. PG applicants should confirm any referee deadline in the portal. For a future cycle, recheck the official notice. Wishing you a smooth process!
Official references
The current UG FAQs and PG FAQs explain the application and aptitude deadlines. For UG income exactly at ₹15 lakh, confirm with the official helpline because the landing page says below ₹15 lakh while the current FAQs permit ₹15 lakh or less.
Reliance Foundation Scholarships portal - the official application source for this private scholarship.
Reliance Foundation 2026-27 announcement - confirms the current UG and PG cycle, award numbers and grant limits.
National Scholarship Portal - Government of India - use this for government scholarship schemes; the Reliance Foundation application is not submitted here.
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