D. K. Bhave Scholarship 2025

D. K. Bhave Scholarship 2025 is an opportunity offered by the Savitribai Phule Pune University for engineering graduates who have secured "Confirmed Admission" for a master's degree in Engineering and Technology in any foreign accredited university from the USA/Canada/Germany/England. This scholarship is intended to supplement, not replace, a student's funding. It covers a maximum of 50% of the total estimated first-year cost for a Master's degree program in Engineering. This cost includes tuition, books, room and board, and incidental expenses, as determined by the admitting university, minus any financial aid awarded by the university.

Source: Savitribai Phule Pune University

Savitribai Phule Pune University is offering this scholarship. 

To be eligible, the applicant must:-

• be a graduate of the Engineering Faculty of Savitribai Phule Pune University, or be a final year student pursuing a B.E. or B.Tech degree (in any branch) at an NBA-accredited institute within the PMC or PCMC area
• have secured a confirmed admission based on merit for a master's degree in Engineering and Technology at an accredited university in the USA, Canada, Germany, or England
• have maintain a minimum academic record of a B grade or higher

Note:- 

• Students already enrolled in a Master's degree program in Engineering abroad are not eligible.
• Refer to the following list of colleges.

The selected candidates will receive a maximum of 50% of the total estimated first-year cost for a Master's degree program in Engineering. This cost includes tuition, books, room and board, and incidental expenses, as determined by the admitting university, minus any financial aid awarded by the university.

Note:- The scholarship excludes travel, visa fees, GRE or other exam fees, and application fees. Funds are sent directly to the chosen university to benefit the recipient. 

Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship by following the below steps:
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details to register. (Note - If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.)
Step 3: Navigate to 'Click Here to Apply Online' at the bottom of the page and click on it.
Step 4: Fill in the details to 'Register'.
Step 5: After successful registration, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

• Duly signed application form (2 pages)
• Recommendation letter from the Director/Principal of the College (original)
• 1-2 pages written statement of purpose with the applicant's signature
• Copy of the confirmed admission letter issued by the concerned university or institute
• Final-year marksheet of the B.E./B.Tech. degree or 7th semester marksheet, if final year marksheet is not available
• Copies of the following documents:
  • Passport
  • PAN Card
  • Aadhaar Card
• Copy of a permanent address proof (e.g., electricity bill, telephone bill)
• Parent's Aadhaar card copy
• Parent's address proof containing a detailed postal address
• Documentation of any achievements during the B.E./B.Tech. program (excluding research papers). This could include certificates of participation or competition wins.
• I-20 form (if available)

The selection committee of Savitribai Phule Pune University will make a final decision.

Application Deadline: 30th May 2025

Question: What is the last date for applying for the D. K. Bhave Scholarship? 
Answer: The last date to apply for this scholarship is 30 May 2025. 

Question: Can graduate students apply for this scholarship? 
Answer: Yes, a graduate of Engineering can apply for this scheme. 

Question: What are the awards for this scholarship? 
Answer: It covers a maximum of 50% of the total estimated first-year cost for a Master's degree program in Engineering.

Question: Who is offering this scholarship?
Answer: Savitribai Phule Pune University is offering this scholarship.

• The student is required to submit an academic progress report along with official transcripts to Savitribai Phule Pune University.
• If a candidate fails to upload a single file containing the required documents properly, their application will be rejected and not considered for further processing.
• Recipients of this scholarship are expected to return to India after completing their two-year Master's degree program.
• If the student chooses not to return to India, they must repay the full scholarship amount to Savitabi Phule Pune University. Please note: There is no interest charged on this repayment.
• Scholarship recipients who return to India after their studies and work in their field for at least five years will be exempt from repaying the scholarship.
• Selection and Undertaking:
• The selection committee of Savitribai Phule Pune University will make the decision regarding the scholarship return.
• As a condition of receiving the scholarship, students must sign an undertaking with the university stating their commitment to return to India after completing their two-year degree program.
• If required by the university, scholarship recipients who choose to return to India must submit relevant documentation (e.g., a certificate from an Indian company, nature of work, duration of employment, and passport) to verify their return and compliance with the scholarship terms. The specific format for these documents will be provided by the university.
• Selected candidates (after the initial screening process) for the final interview will need to bring hard copies of their application materials to the interview.