Telugu Students Dominate Reliance Foundation Scholarships: 1,883 Excel Nationally

• Andhra Pradesh and Telangana students secured 1,883 Reliance Foundation scholarships for 2025-26, the highest nationwide.
• Out of 5,100 national selections (5,000 UG, 100 PG), 1,345 are from AP and 538 from Telangana, showcasing regional talent.
• Scholarships aim to support talented students from financially challenged backgrounds, with 83% of recipients from families earning under Rs. 2.5 lakh annually.
• Recipients receive up to Rs. 2 lakh (UG) and Rs. 6 lakh (PG) financial aid, plus mentoring, leadership training, and alumni network access.
• Yerra Shalini, a farmer's daughter from Bhadrachalam studying at IIT Ropar, highlighted the scholarship's role in overcoming financial barriers for higher education.

Why It Matters: Telugu students lead nationally in Reliance Foundation scholarships, empowering talent across financial divides.