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Indic AI Scholarship Provides Full Coaching for Disabled Students
The Indic AI Scholarship offers full coaching for competitive exams to disabled students across India.
India Introduces AI Fellowships for Students in 2026-27
The India AI Fellowship 2026-27 offers financial support for students in AI research, with varying amounts for different education levels.
Dheyay Shah wins vivo Ignite 2026 for AI groundwater project
Dheyay Shah from Gujarat won vivo Ignite 2026 for his AI project predicting groundwater availability, receiving scholarships.
Delhi Startup Yuva Festival Grants Rs 10 Lakh to Six Startups
Six student-led startups received seed grants at the Delhi Startup Yuva Festival 2026.
DTU Student Wins IET India Scholarship for AI Device
Kush Garg from Delhi Technological University won the IET India Scholarship 2026 for an AI device aiding neurodivergent children.
161 Students Selected as 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars
The 2026 class of U.S. Presidential Scholars includes 161 students recognized for academic and leadership excellence.
IIT Madras Student Wins $10,000 at Google Hackathon for AI Tool
AK Deepankar from IIT Madras won $10,000 for developing ShipGuard, an AI tool for iOS bug fixing at a Google hackathon.
Viasat Space for Good India Challenge 2026 Concludes with Winners Announced
Viasat and IN-SPACe announced winners of the Space for Good India Challenge, showcasing innovative satellite solutions.
Global Young Innovators Challenge Awards Scholarships to Students
The Global Young Innovators Challenge awarded scholarships to students at JBCN International School, Borivali.
SBI Foundation and IIT Madras Launch Rs 4 Crore Sports Scholarship
SBI Foundation and IIT Madras support 90 young athletes with a Rs 4 crore sports scholarship for training and nutrition.
IndiaAI Fellowship 2026 Offers Grants for AI Research
IndiaAI Fellowship 2026 provides up to ₹2 lakh for postgraduate students and stipends for PhD scholars for AI projects.
Seven Scholarships Available for Indian Students in 2026-27
Seven scholarship programs are now accepting applications for Indian students, offering financial support for education.
Delhi Festival Awards Grants to Six Student Startups
The Campus-to-Market festival awarded Rs 10 lakh grants to six student startups in various tech sectors on October 26, 2026.
MIT Team CERBERUZ Wins NASA Recycling Challenge
The MIT student team CERBERUZ won NASA's LunaRecycle Centennial Challenge, creating a lunar waste recycling system.
Google Expands AI Educator Training Across India
Google's AI Educator Series is now reaching educators in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Sikkim, enhancing AI integration in schools.
Veer Gatha 5.0 honors 100 Super 100 winners in India
The Ministry of State for Education and Defence recognized 100 winners of Veer Gatha 5.0, celebrating youth engagement in national values.
Google AI Educator Series Trains Over 80,000 Teachers in India
Since its launch in May 2026, over 80,000 Indian educators have been trained through Google's AI Educator Series.
Five Student Teams Recognized in 2026 Collegiate Inventors Competition
On October 16, 2026, five student teams were awarded in the 2026 Collegiate Inventors Competition for innovative inventions.
Raji Doshi Wins 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge for Algae Project
Raji Doshi, a 13-year-old from Connecticut, won the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge with her algae-based project.
IndiaAI Fellowship 2026-27 Applications Open for AI Students
The IndiaAI Fellowship 2026-27 has opened applications, offering financial support for students pursuing AI research.
India Launches Global AI Impact Challenges with Rs 5.85 Cr Prize Pool
India has opened applications for three Global Impact Challenges, offering a total prize pool of Rs 5.85 crore for AI solutions.
DTU Student Kush Garg Wins IET India Scholarship for AI Device
Kush Garg, a DTU student, wins the IET India Scholarship for creating an AI device to assist neurodivergent children.
Global Young Innovators Challenge 2026 Concludes with Winning Projects
The Young Innovators Challenge awarded a fully funded summer school place to a winning project from Reliance Foundation School.
Delhi awards Rs10 lakh grants to six student startups in various sectors
The Delhi Startup Yuva Festival granted Rs10 lakh each to six student-led startups focusing on innovation in key sectors.
Four Student Teams Awarded ₹2 Crore at Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026
Four student teams received ₹2 crore in grants for innovative AI solutions to real-world problems at Samsung's event in New Delhi.
Vidya University Achieves Success at IIT Kanpur Sports Festival
Students from Vidya University win gold and silver at Udghosh 2026, showcasing talent in e-sports and taekwondo.
Raji Doshi Named America's Top Young Scientist at 3M Challenge 2026
Raji Doshi, a 13-year-old from Connecticut, wins America's Top Young Scientist for her innovative project on ocean acidification.
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 awards Rs 2 crore grants to students
Four student teams received Rs 2 crore in grants at the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 finale in New Delhi.
EAA Aviation Foundation Awards 127 Scholarships Worth Over $800,000
The EAA Aviation Foundation has awarded 127 scholarships totaling over $800,000 to support students in aviation education.
Google Trains Over 80,000 Teachers in AI Tools in India
Google expands AI Educator Series to over 80,000 teachers in India, enhancing educational tools and methodologies.
Kotak Education Foundation awards scholarships to 1,000 students
Kotak Education Foundation selects 1,000 students for its Junior Scholarship program in Mumbai.
Georgia Tech Partners with Clark Atlanta University for AI Education
Clark Atlanta University enhances AI programs through a $2.79 million NSF grant in partnership with Georgia Tech.
University of Texas Permian Basin Receives $3M AI Grant
The University of Texas Permian Basin secures a $3 million grant to develop AI-enabled learning environments and credential programs.
India's NMMSS scholarship scheme prepares for 2026-27 rollout
India's Ministry of Education held a workshop for the NMMSS, offering eligible students ₹12,000 annually.
DTU Student Wins IET India Scholarship Award for AI Device
Kush Garg from Delhi Technological University wins the IET India Scholarship Award for developing an AI device for neurodivergent children.
Nigeria awards grants to 65 student innovators for entrepreneurship
The Nigerian government selected 65 student innovators from over 30,000 applicants for grants to support their ventures.
IIT Kharagpur launches free AI tutor and GATE-JAM platform
IIT Kharagpur has introduced a free AI tutor and exam prep platform to enhance educational access for students in India.
India Wins Four Golds at IOAA 2026 Astronomy Olympiad
India's team secured four gold medals at the IOAA 2026 in Vietnam, showcasing their talent among 307 students from 64 countries.
Georgia Tech Receives $5 Million Grant for AI Research Tools
Georgia Tech secures $5 million from Google.org to enhance AI access in scientific research nationwide.
Kotak Education Foundation Awards 1,000 Scholarships to Students
Kotak Education Foundation has selected 1,000 students for the Kotak Junior Scholarship 2026, providing financial aid for education.
Delhi Government Provides Grants to Six Student Startups
The Delhi government awarded six student startups with equity-free grants of up to Rs 10 lakh each.
Major Scholarships Available for Indian Students in 2026
Eight scholarship programs in India offer financial support for students in various fields, with applications closing soon.
Kush Garg wins IET India Scholarship for AI device aiding neurodivergent children
Kush Garg from Delhi Technological University wins the IET India Scholarship for his AI device supporting neurodivergent children.
vivo India Selects 10 National Teacher Innovation Fellows
Ten educators have been recognized as National Teacher Innovation Fellows in vivo India's Ignite 4.0 program.
IIT Bombay Launches WINGS Scholarship for Female STEM Students
IIT Bombay introduced the WINGS Scholarship, offering ₹2 lakh annually for female students in undergraduate STEM programs.
Indian Scholarships Offer Up to ₹10 Lakh for Students
Multiple scholarships in India are available for various fields, offering funding up to ₹10 lakh annually for eligible students.
Scholarship Opportunities for Indian Students Available Until October 31, 2026
Multiple scholarship programs for Indian students are open until October 31, 2026, offering varied financial support.
Seva First Innovation Challenge Invites Indian Students with ₹5.4 Cr in Prizes
The Seva First Innovation Challenge offers students up to ₹10 lakh for innovative solutions to everyday problems.
DOE Launches Graduate Fellowship for Super Intelligence Scientists
The U.S. Department of Energy has initiated the Genesis Mission Graduate Fellowship to support Ph.D. students in Super Intelligence fields.
Samsung announces winners of 2026 Solve for Tomorrow competition
Cape Recife High School wins R100,000 for sports equipment prototype made from plastic waste.