Some scholarships feel like they’re written for brochures, but the Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship always comes across a little different. It’s built around a simple idea—help the student who’s doing well but quietly struggling with fees. And honestly, the more I went through the details, the more it made sense why so many students look forward to this one every year.

This year’s version covers everything from class 11 and 12 to diploma, ITI, regular graduation, and even professional degree courses. Anyone from a financially stretched family will probably understand how big of a relief even partial fee support can be.

The scholarship doesn’t try to overcomplicate anything. Decent marks, a genuine income limit, and a clean set of documents—that’s pretty much all they want. The amounts vary depending on your course, and some categories get a surprisingly generous upper limit.

Scholarship Amount You Can Expect

The benefits aren’t the same for everyone, but they’re fairly structured. When I saw the table, the big jump for professional courses immediately stood out.

Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Amount 2025–26

Category	Scholarship Amount	Coverage Method
Class 11–12 Students	Up to ₹10,000	Covers up to 80% of tuition fee or fixed amount
Diploma / Polytechnic / ITI	Up to ₹12,000	Covers up to 80% of tuition fee
Undergraduate (General Degrees)	Up to ₹20,000	Covers up to 80% of tuition fee
Professional UG Courses (Engineering, Medical, etc.)	Up to ₹1,00,000	Covers up to 80% of tuition fee

There’s something reassuring about seeing fixed numbers. At least you know exactly what you’re applying for.

Who Can Apply (It’s Simple… but Not Loose)

If your family income is low and your marks are solid, you’re probably in the safe zone. The eligibility isn’t meant to scare anyone away, but it does keep the scholarship focused on those who actually need it.

Eligibility Criteria 2025–26

Requirement	Details
Nationality	Must be an Indian student
Courses Covered	Class 11–12, Diploma, ITI, UG, Professional UG
Minimum Marks	Around 60% in the previous year (higher for some pro courses)
Family Income	Up to ₹2.5 lakh per year
Who Cannot Apply	Children of Tata Capital or Buddy4Study employees

The income limit is what filters most applicants. And it feels fair—students from financially stable families already have better access to resources.

Documents You’ll Need While Applying

Nothing unusual here. Just the usual checklist every scholarship demands, though it helps to keep clean scans ready.

Document Type	Examples
ID Proof	Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID
Academic Proof	Previous year’s marksheet
Admission Proof	School/college admission letter or ID card
Fee Proof	Most recent fee receipt
Income Proof	Income certificate or salary slip
Bank Details	First page of bank passbook
Optional	Caste or disability certificate

If a document looks blurry, it’s better to fix it before uploading. These small things save you from rejections later.

How to Apply for Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship 2025

Everything happens online, which is convenient. No running around with files or physical forms.

Official Apply Link:

👉 https://www.buddy4study.com/

Once you’re there, just sign up, find the scholarship, fill in the form, attach the documents, and submit.
It’s the kind of application you can finish in one sitting if your documents are already in a folder.

Last Date for Application

The deadline for this cycle is:

➡ 26 December 2025

And like every scholarship portal, things tend to get crowded in the final week. If someone plans to apply, doing it early just feels safer.

A Small Personal Take

Going through the details made me think of how many students hold back simply because they assume they “won’t get a scholarship anyway.” But this one is genuinely reachable. The grades required aren’t extreme, the income limit is realistic, and the benefit—especially for diploma or degree students—can genuinely ease a family’s stress.

For anyone who fits the criteria, there’s really no reason to skip this one. The form isn’t complicated, and the support can take a huge burden off the yearly fee load.