NEW DELHI: The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is inviting entries for the Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026. The scheme aims to help students from economically weaker sections continue their higher education.
As part of the scholarship scheme, students can receive financial assistance of up to Rs 50,000 per year. The amount depends on the course chosen by the student.
The scholarship amount varies according to the course:
- Medical courses: Rs 50,000 per year
- Engineering courses: Rs 40,000 per year
- Graduation, integrated, diploma, vocational and ITI courses: Rs 20,000 per year
- Special Scholarship for students after Class 10: Rs 15,000 per year
For medical and engineering courses, the scholarship amount is paid in two instalments during the year.
The last date to submit online application is September 30, 2026.
LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026: Eligibility
Students who have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with at least 60% marks in the academic years 2023-24, 2024-25 or 2025-26 can apply for the General Scholarship.
They should have admitted to the first year of an eligible course during the 2026-27 academic calendar.
The annual income of the student’s parents or guardian must not exceed Rs 4.5 lakh.
Students who have passed Class 10 with at least 60% marks in the same academic years can apply under the Special Scholarship.
They should have taken admission to the first year of Intermediate, 10+2, vocational, diploma or eligible ITI courses in the 2026-27 academic year.
The annual family income limit for these students is also Rs 4.5 lakh, said an official notification.
To view the detailed official notification, click here.
Selection procedure
Students will be chosen based on their academic performance and the eligibility conditions mentioned in the scheme.
If two applicants have the same marks, preference will be given to the student whose parents have a lower annual income.
The scholarship is available for eligible regular courses. Students pursuing correspondence, part-time or open university courses are not eligible under the scheme.
How to apply for LIC Scholarship 2026
Step 1: Visit the official website, licindia.in/golden-jubilee-foundation
Step 2: Click on the ‘Apply here for the scholarship scheme 2026’
Step 3: Fill in the particulars in the application form in the pop-up window
Step 4: Submit the application form
Step 5: Take a printout of the application form for reference
For direct link to fill the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship application form, click here.
Students should keep their academic records, income-related documents and bank account details ready while applying. Selected students will have to complete the document verification process.
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The scholarship amount will be transferred to the student’s verified bank account through NEFT.
Students interested in the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 should check the official LIC notification for detailed eligibility conditions and application requirements before submitting the form.
For direct link to download the instructions for LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme applicants, click here.