Introduction
The Vidyadhan Scholarship Program, Ladakh 2025 is a groundbreaking program introduced by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation (SDF) to support bright and deserving students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in Ladakh. The Vidyadhan Scholarship Program (VSP) supports students entering into Class 11 and 12 from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to eliminate economic barriers to quality education.
VSP offers financial support, mentoring and academic support to students who demonstrate academic excellence and significant potential, but do not have the financial means to continue their education. The aim of SDF is to promote equity in education to assist students in Ladakh fulfill their academic and professional ambitions.
Features and Advantages of Vidyadhan Scholarship Ladakh 2025
The Vidyadhan Scholarship Programme Ladakh 2025 has an array of benefits meant to help deserving students travel their journey in higher secondary education. Here is how the scholarship programme stands apart:
- The scholarship will provide the selected students an annual scholarship of ₹10,000 for a period of two years (Class 11 and 12) that can be used to cover various educational essentials.
- The scholars will have access to mentorship programmes facilitated by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation, as part of the programme, focusing on complete academic and character development.
- Conditional Continuation: The Controlled conditional scholarship will mean that scholars who achieve satisfactory performance during their scholarship term may apply for continued financial support throughout their undergraduate education, leading to continued student engagement.
No application fee: It is free of charge, hence no student will be excluded due to financial restrictions’.
Eligibility Criteria for Vidyadhan Scholarship Program Ladakh 2025
Under the Vidyadhan Class 11 & 12 Scholarship Ladakh 2025, applicants have to satisfy the following eligibility criteria. These criteria would ensure that support reaches academically deserving and financially challenged students throughout the Union Territory:
Domicile Requirement:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Ladakh. Proof of domicile must be provided at the moment of application.
Academic Qualification:
- Students must have successfully completed their Class 10/SSC examination in 2025, from a recognized board of education, such as CBSE, ICSE or State Board.
Minimum Marks Required:
- Firstly, a good score in Class 10 is an absolute MUST. Even though official cutoffs in percentage or CGPA can be varied, generally, students are expected to have achieved close to 80% or equivalent.
Note: Students with disabilities will possibly be provided relaxation as per SDF guidelines, so general cut-offs will be relaxed.
Family Income Limit:
- The annual family income of the applicant must NOT exceed ₹2,00,000 from all sources. A valid certificate of income needs to be expected from a competent authority.
Socio-Economically Disadvantageous:
- Since the programme is for students from economically weaker sections, this program is intended to help solve students’ financial problems concerned with education.
Application Process - Vidyadhan Scholarship Program Ladakh 2025
Eligible applicants can apply for Vidyadhan Class 11 & 12 Scholarship Ladakh 2025 through the simple online application system through the official Vidyadhan website.
Mode of Application:
Online-only through the official Vidyadhan portal.
- The following is a step-by-step explanation of how to apply:
Register or Log In
- Visit the Vidyadhan website
Click on “Apply Now”
- If you have not registered yet you will have to register using a valid email ID and set up a password.
- If you have already registered, you can log in using your credentials.
Fill out Application Form
- Fill out your personal information (name, address, contact information)
- Fill out your academic information (class 10 exam scores, name of school, board)
- Fill out your family income information as required.
Upload Documents Required
Document Upload: Attach all compulsory documents, including:
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Income certificate
- Domicile certificate
- Recent passport photo
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
Complete the Application
- Check that all responses you provided are truthfully and accurately represented.
- Once you are confident, you can submit the form before the application window closes.
Required Documents
Here is the list of mandatory documents required to complete the application process for the Vidyadhan Scholarship Program Ladakh 2025:
Document | Description |
Proof of Residence | Domicile certificate issued by the competent authority ofLadakh. |
Class 10 Mark Sheet | Scanned copy of theoriginal orprovisional/online version from official SSLC/CBSE/ICSE board websites. |
Income Certificate | Must be issued by agovernment-recognized authority;ration card is not accepted. |
Passport-Size Photograph | Recent color photo inJPEG/JPG format; clear and formal. |
Disability Certificate(if applicable) | Valid certificate issued by agovernment medical board. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
Here is a table summarizing the important dates and deadlines for theVidyadhan Scholarship Program Ladakh 2025:
Event | Date |
Application Start | As per official notification |
Application Deadline | June 25, 2025 |
Screening Test | August 18, 2025 |
Interview/Test Dates | August 31 – September 15, 2025 |
Conclusion
The Vidyadhan Scholarship Program Ladakh 2025 provides impetus to promising, economically poor students by overcoming financial barriers to education. The program provides financial assistance, mentorship and the potential for additional support for higher education, giving young minds in Ladakh the opportunity to achieve academic success and their dreams.