BioWISE Scholarship 2025

Scholarship Amount

Variable benefits

About This Scholarship

The BioWISE Scholarship 2025 is a collaborative initiative offered by the BeST Cluster, Biocon Foundation, and the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS). This program is specifically designed to empower and support women from Karnataka who are pursuing advanced studies and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), with a particular focus on the life sciences. It aims to foster the next generation of female leaders and innovators in these critical fields.

Selected students for the scholarship will receive a comprehensive support package to aid their academic and professional development. This includes:
Scholarship support to assist with their academic journey.
Dedicated mentorship from leading experts in various scientific and technological domains, offering invaluable guidance and insights.
Hands-on exposure and crucial career guidance opportunities, preparing them for successful careers in STEM.

The selection process for the BioWISE Scholarship is rigorous and considers multiple factors to identify deserving candidates. Applicants will be evaluated based on:
• Their academic performance demonstrated in previous studies.
• Their research interests and potential to contribute to the field.
• Their socio-economic background, ensuring support reaches those who need it most.
Preference will be given to first-generation learners, promoting access to higher education.

Key Dates:
• The application deadline for the BioWISE Scholarship 2025 is 15 October 2025.

For any queries or further information, applicants can reach out to the contact details provided:
IndiaBioscience
• National Centre for Biological Sciences, GKVK Campus, Bellary Road, Bangalore, Karnataka, India 560065
Email ID: hello@indiabioscience.org
Phone number: 91 80 23666223

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must:

• Be a female student currently in the final year of Post-Graduate studies, or have completed a degree in the last year.
• Have consistently demonstrated strong academic performance (minimum 75% marks in previous studies).
• Be enrolled in or graduated from a Tier 2 or Tier 3 college/university in Karnataka.
• Demonstrate interest in applied research.
• Have an annual family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000.

Note:

• Students or relatives affiliated with Biocon Group, BeST, or NCBS are not eligible.
• Preference will be given to first-generation learners.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Proof of income
• Self-declaration form
• Aadhar card
• Passport-size photo

How to Apply

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
2. Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
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3. Fill in all required details, upload the necessary documents, and proceed with the application submission.