{"id":2634,"date":"2026-06-16T05:31:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T05:31:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/?p=2634"},"modified":"2026-06-16T05:31:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T05:31:10","slug":"sbi-asha-scholarship-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/ta\/sbi-asha-scholarship-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"SBI Asha Scholarship 2026: Online Application, Eligibility, Dates &amp; Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-100\">Pursuing higher education can often become a financial challenge for brilliant minds across India. To bridge this gap, the SBI Foundation, which is the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) wing of the State Bank of India, runs an exceptional initiative: the <strong>SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship Program<\/strong>.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-101\">This highly sought-after merit-cum-means financial aid supports deserving school children, college undergraduates, technical students at elite institutions like IITs and IIMs, and even research scholars dreaming of studying abroad.<sup><\/sup> If you or someone you know is trying to secure funding for the 2026\u201327 academic year, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the precise eligibility requirements, application steps, key deadlines, and official links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-spectra-id=\"spectra-mqg6pkmg-mbqpdq\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"937\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-9.png 937w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-9-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-9-768x407.png 768w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-9-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the SBI Asha Scholarship Program?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-102\">The SBI Asha Scholarship is an impactful national scholarship framework designed exclusively to assist meritorious students who belong to low-income backgrounds.<sup><\/sup> Launched to celebrate major developmental milestones of India&#8217;s largest public sector bank, the program aims to alleviate the financial pressures of tuition fees, books, and essential academic expenses.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-103\">Depending on your current academic stream and level of study, the program awards financial assistance ranging from <strong>\u20b915,000 up to \u20b920,00,000 per year<\/strong>.<sup><\/sup> The program emphasizes inclusivity, featuring dedicated quotas to protect vulnerable groups:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>50% Seat Reservation:<\/strong> Reserved explicitly for female students across all learning tiers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>25% Seat Reservation:<\/strong> Reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) applicants to promote social equality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Reference Table: Critical Scholarship Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make this data easy to use and reference, we have organized the core components into a neat dashboard format. You can copy and paste this table directly for your personal notes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Official Details for the 2026\u201327 Cycle<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scholarship Name<\/strong><\/td><td>SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship Program<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Organizing Authority<\/strong><\/td><td>SBI Foundation (CSR Arm of State Bank of India)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Target Audience<\/strong><\/td><td>Class 9\u201312, UG, PG, Medical, IIT, IIM, and Overseas SC\/ST Students<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Financial Reward Range<\/strong><\/td><td>From \u20b915,000 to \u20b920,00,000 per annum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>100% Online Portal Submission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mandatory Requirement<\/strong><\/td><td>Applicant must possess an active State Bank of India (SBI) Bank Account<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Expected Start Date 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>September 19, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Expected Last Date 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>November 30, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Selection Framework<\/strong><\/td><td>Merit Shortlisting -> Telephonic Interview -> Document Verification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Application Portals<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"http:\/\/sbiashascholarship.co.in\"><code>sbiashascholarship.co.in<\/code> <\/a>or <code><a href=\"http:\/\/buddy4study.com\">buddy4study.com<\/a><\/code><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure data-spectra-id=\"spectra-mqg6wada-gsk4xc\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"932\" height=\"407\" src=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2636\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-10.png 932w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-10-300x131.png 300w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-10-768x335.png 768w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-10-18x8.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 932px) 100vw, 932px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Category-Wise Eligibility Criteria &amp; Reward Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-106\">The SBI Asha Scholarship 2026 is broken down into specific educational categories.<sup><\/sup> Each tier has independent economic barriers and precise academic benchmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. School Students (Class 9 to 12)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-107\">This tier targets secondary and higher secondary school children to control drop-out rates caused by sudden family financial constraints.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Academic Requirements:<\/strong> The student must score a minimum of <strong>75% marks<\/strong> (or an equivalent grade point) in their previous annual academic class. SC and ST applicants receive a 10% relaxation, lowering their benchmark to <strong>67.5% marks<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Limit:<\/strong> The overall gross annual family income from all combined sources must not exceed <strong>\u20b93,00,000<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scholarship Reward:<\/strong> A flat cash award of <strong>\u20b915,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Undergraduate (UG) Students<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-110\">This segment provides financial backstops for students pursuing traditional bachelor&#8217;s degrees (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, BCA, etc.) in Indian institutions.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Academic Requirements:<\/strong> Enrolled in any year of a graduation track. Must have scored at least <strong>75% marks or a 7.0 CGPA<\/strong> in the preceding academic session.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Institutional Filter:<\/strong> The applicant must be attending an Indian college or university ranked within the <strong>Top 300 NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework)<\/strong> listings or hold a NAAC accreditation score of &#8216;A&#8217; and above.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Limit:<\/strong> Annual household income must be equal to or less than <strong>\u20b96,00,000<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scholarship Reward:<\/strong> Up to <strong>\u20b975,000 per year<\/strong> to manage tuition and academic costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Postgraduate (PG) Students<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This tier assists students aiming for specialized master&#8217;s qualifications within premium domestic colleges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Academic Requirements:<\/strong> Currently studying in a master&#8217;s degree program with a baseline track record of <strong>75% marks or a 7.0 CGPA<\/strong> in their bachelor&#8217;s graduation profiles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Institutional Filter:<\/strong> Restricted to institutions listed within the <strong>Top 300 NIRF<\/strong> structural registers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Limit:<\/strong> The annual collective household revenue must be within <strong>\u20b96,00,000<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scholarship Reward:<\/strong> Up to <strong>\u20b92,50,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Specialized Technical Tiers (IIT, IIM, and Medical)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-118\">Recognizing that professional paths in engineering, management, and healthcare carry steep fee structures, the SBI Foundation provides premium support tiers for these fields:<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>IIT Undergraduate Tier:<\/strong> Open to students enrolled at any Indian Institute of Technology (IIT). Requires a minimum of 75% marks or 7.0 CGPA in previous semesters. Annual family income limit is \u20b96,00,000. Scholars receive up to <strong>\u20b95,00,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IIM Postgraduate Tier:<\/strong> Tailored for management students pursuing an MBA or PGDM track inside any Indian Institute of Management (IIM). Requires a 75% or 7.0 CGPA baseline. Family income cap rests at \u20b96,00,000. Scholars receive up to <strong>\u20b95,00,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medical Courses Tier:<\/strong> Designed for undergraduate medical students pursuing MBBS or equivalent professional healthcare streams in a Top 300 NIRF institution. Requires 75% marks or 7.0 CGPA. Income roof is \u20b96,00,000. Provides up to <strong>\u20b94,50,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Overseas Education (Exclusively for SC\/ST Scholars)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the highest tier of the program, crafted to help marginalized communities access world-class global training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Demographic Mandate:<\/strong> Strictly restricted to students belonging to the <strong>Scheduled Caste (SC)<\/strong> or <strong>Scheduled Tribe (ST)<\/strong> groups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Academic and Institutional Benchmarks:<\/strong> Candidates must be enrolled in or holding an admission offer letter for a master&#8217;s level degree or higher at a global university ranked inside the <strong>Top 200 of the latest QS World University Rankings or Times Higher Education (THE) rankings<\/strong>. Minimum academic baseline is <strong>75% marks or a 7.0 CGPA<\/strong> from their domestic graduation degrees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Limit:<\/strong> The candidate\u2019s family income must remain under <strong>\u20b96,00,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scholarship Reward:<\/strong> Offers up to <strong>\u20b920,00,000<\/strong> (capped at a maximum of 50% of the total recorded overseas educational expenditure, including tuition, travel, and books).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-spectra-id=\"spectra-mqg6yaek-o0bjv4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"927\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-11.png 927w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-11-300x121.png 300w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-11-768x311.png 768w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-11-18x7.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 927px) 100vw, 927px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crucial Documents Required for Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To secure a seamless upload experience and prevent direct rejection during the primary verification phase, assemble high-resolution scanned copies of these documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identity Proof:<\/strong> Aadhaar Card copy showing both front and back clearly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Academic Credentials:<\/strong> Grade cards and mark sheets from the previous year (Class 10, Class 12, or Semester Grade Sheets as applicable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enrollment Proof:<\/strong> Current year institutional admission slip, fee submission receipt, bonafide structural certificate, or official college identity card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Income Statement:<\/strong> An official, active income certificate generated by a competent regional government authority (such as a Tehsildar or Revenue Officer).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Banking Record:<\/strong> A clear scan of the student&#8217;s <strong>State Bank of India (SBI)<\/strong> bank account passbook front page or a cancelled cheque showing the applicant&#8217;s name, account number, and IFSC code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Photograph:<\/strong> A recent passport-size color photograph with a neutral background.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caste Certificate:<\/strong> Formal community\/caste documentation if you are claiming benefits under the SC\/ST allocations or applying for the overseas track.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specialized Overseas Files:<\/strong> Valid passport copy, study visa verification, official unconditional university offer letter, and formal English language capability transcripts (IELTS or TOEFL scorecard if applicable).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Apply Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The application system is entirely computerized. Follow these systematic instructions to submit your registration accurately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Navigate to the Application Platform<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Go directly to the official tracking domain at <strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/sbiashascholarship.co.in\">sbiashascholarship.co.in<\/a><\/strong>. Alternatively, you can use the official CSR execution management partner by visiting the <strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.buddy4study.com\">Buddy4Study Portal<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Account Registration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a fresh visitor, tap on the <strong>Register<\/strong> link. Enter your basic communication coordinates, including an active mobile number and an active email address. Generate a secure password. If you have a pre-existing profile, log in directly using your current parameters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Select Your Dedicated Program Tier<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once logged in, search for the <strong>SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship Program<\/strong> line items. Click on the particular sub-category matching your current academic track (e.g., Undergraduate, IIT, or Overseas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Initiate the Form Process<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the <strong>Start Application<\/strong> button. The system will open a multi-tab interactive digital layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Fill in Personal, Academic, and Financial Records<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Carefully enter your personal information, detailed institutional names, permanent address markers, financial details, and bank routing numbers. Ensure every single spelling matches your official government papers exactly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: File Uploads<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Upload the scanned documents into their respective fields. Ensure the files are clear and fit within the platform&#8217;s size limits (typically under 1 MB per document in PDF or JPEG formats).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: Final Review and Submission<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u0b85\u0ba4\u0ba9\u0bcd \u0bae\u0bc0\u0ba4\u0bc1 \u0b95\u0bbf\u0bb3\u0bbf\u0b95\u0bcd \u0b9a\u0bc6\u0baf\u0bcd\u0baf\u0bb5\u0bc1\u0bae\u0bcd <strong>Preview<\/strong> button to review the entire application layout. Check for typos in your marks, income digits, and account numbers. Accept the terms and conditions checkbox, then click <strong>Submit<\/strong> to finalize your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1<em> <strong>Pro-Tip:<\/strong> After a successful submission, download the auto-generated application receipt and note down your distinct Application Reference Number. This number is essential for tracking your application status over the coming months.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure data-spectra-id=\"spectra-mqg70uke-c2fxph\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"917\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-12.png 917w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-12-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-12-768x295.png 768w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-12-18x7.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 917px) 100vw, 917px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comprehensive Selection &amp; Disbursement Flow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The SBI Foundation maintains an automated and unbiased selection methodology to ensure support reaches the most deserving applicants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Initial Algorithmic Screening:<\/strong> Applications are sorted programmatically based on academic merit (highest percentages sorted first) alongside a financial necessity matrix (giving priority to students with families earning below \u20b93 Lakh annually).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Telephonic Screening:<\/strong> Shortlisted students undergo a structured telephonic interview. Representatives ask basic questions about the student&#8217;s career path, course validity, and current economic conditions to confirm authenticity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document Physical\/Digital Verification:<\/strong> The documents undergo strict secondary authentication to eliminate false entries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Direct Benefit Disbursement (DBT):<\/strong> Once cleared, the scholarship money is wired directly into the candidate\u2019s mandatory SBI bank account via an automated electronic transfer system.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact and Support Lines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you face system bugs, upload errors, or need clarification regarding documentation details, reach out to the dedicated helpdesk managed by the program execution team:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Central Email Assistance:<\/strong> <code>sbiashascholarship@buddy4study.com<\/code> or <code>ashascholarship@sbifoundation.co.in<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Operating Hours:<\/strong> Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (IST)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corporate Address Office:<\/strong> SBI Foundation, No. 35, Ground Floor, The Arcade, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India \u2013 400005.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-spectra-id=\"spectra-mqg72zsp-x2x2eb\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"941\" height=\"402\" src=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-13.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-13.png 941w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-13-300x128.png 300w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-13-768x328.png 768w, https:\/\/wiseindia.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-13-18x8.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 941px) 100vw, 941px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u0bae\u0bc1\u0b9f\u0bbf\u0bb5\u0bc1\u0bb0\u0bc8<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_aa684d153e88d44d-135\">\u0b85\u0ba8\u0bcd\u0ba4 <strong>SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship Program 2026<\/strong> provides a vital academic runway for thousands of student dreams across India. By offering substantial financial rewards and setting clear eligibility benchmarks, it ensures that financial constraints do not stop academic success.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the application window opens in September, it is wise to gather your income paperwork, keep your academic grade cards organized, and ensure your personal SBI bank account is active. Apply early to avoid last-minute portal slowdowns, and take a confident step toward your academic goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udce2 Important Disclaimer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This informational article is for educational purposes only. The timelines, eligibility frameworks, selection conditions, and rewards discussed reflect the standard program structures managed by the SBI Foundation. Actual schedules, guidelines, and terms are subject to modifications by the organizing authority at any time. Applicants are strongly encouraged to confirm current official rules and real-time updates directly by visiting the authorized online interfaces at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sbifoundation.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sbifoundation.in<\/a><\/strong> or its designated portal channels before initiating an online application submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pursuing higher education can often become a financial challenge for brilliant minds across India. To bridge this gap, the SBI Foundation, which is the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) wing of the State Bank of India, runs an exceptional initiative: the SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship Program. 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