Mahindra EmpowerHer is a scholarship by Mahindra & Mahindra for girl students from SC, ST and OBC communities. As reported for 2026-27, it supports girls in Classes 9 to 12 and in general UG and PG courses with a fixed Rs 5,500, if the family income is up to Rs 4 lakh and the last exam score is at least 50%. Many people also search for “Mahindra scholarships for girls”, which can mean other Mahindra-linked schemes, so this page separates them.
Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | Mahindra EmpowerHer Scholarship Program 2026-27 |
| Organiser | Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (as reported) |
| For | Girls from SC, ST or OBC communities |
| Level | Class 9 to 12; general UG (BA, BSc, BCom) and PG (MA, MSc, MCom) |
| Marks | At least 50% in the previous year or semester |
| Family income | Up to Rs 4,00,000 a year |
| Award | Rs 5,500 per selected scholar |
| Last date reported | 21 September 2026 (likely closed; check) |
Last checked October 2026, from a DT Next Campus report. We could not open a Mahindra-owned page for this programme, so the organiser’s own wording remains unverified.
What is Mahindra EmpowerHer?
It is a corporate CSR scholarship meant to keep meritorious girls from disadvantaged backgrounds in education. It is not a government scheme, and it is separate from the National Scholarship Portal.
The report we read does not say whether the Rs 5,500 is a one-time payment or paid every year, so please read the official terms before assuming anything.
Who runs it?
The news report credits Mahindra & Mahindra Limited. The application link given in the report leads to a Buddy4Study page, which suggests Buddy4Study handles applications, but the report does not name any administrator and we could not confirm it from Mahindra’s side.
Who is eligible?
- Girl students belonging to SC, ST or OBC categories, anywhere in India.
- Studying in Class 9 to 12, or in a general undergraduate or postgraduate course.
- Scored at least 50% in the previous academic year or semester.
- Annual family income from all sources not more than Rs 4 lakh.
Benefit amount
A fixed Rs 5,500 per selected scholar, according to the report. Whether it is paid once or yearly was not stated.
How to apply
- Find the official programme page. Use the link on a Mahindra website or a trusted application portal, not a forwarded message.
- Register or log in on the portal.
- Fill in the application form with your personal, academic and family income details.
- Upload documents and submit.
- Save the confirmation for later reference.
Documents
The report did not list documents. Programmes of this kind normally ask for the following, but treat this as a checklist to prepare, not an official list.
- Photo ID such as Aadhaar.
- Marksheet of the previous class or semester.
- Caste certificate (SC, ST or OBC).
- Income certificate or proof.
- Current-year admission proof or bonafide certificate.
- Bank account details.
- Passport-size photograph.
Selection
Our source did not describe the selection process. We could not verify whether there is a test, interview or only merit-and-need screening.
Last date and renewal
The report gives 21 September 2026 as the last date, which is already past as of 24 October 2026. Check the official page in case it was extended or reopens. Renewal terms could not be verified.
Other Mahindra scholarships for girls
Searches for “Mahindra scholarship for girls” often mix up different programmes. From the K.C. Mahindra Education Trust (kcmet.org) site we saw these:
- Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship (MAITS): Rs 10,000 a year for up to 3 years for polytechnic diploma students from low-income families, with preference to girls. Applications are via maitsscholarship.kcmet.org, with state-wise deadlines.
- Mahindra Finance KCMET scholarship (2022-23): amounts from Rs 5,000 to Rs 20,000 for disadvantaged girls, but the page described it as a 2022-23 cycle only, so it is probably not open now.
- K.C. Mahindra postgraduate scholarship: an interest-free loan scholarship; the 2026 round closed on 30 April 2026.
Fake page warning
Beware of fake pages. Every scholarship season, copycat websites, Telegram groups and WhatsApp forwards collect fees or personal details in the name of real programmes. A genuine scholarship does not charge an application fee, does not ask for your OTP, UPI PIN or card details, and does not promise guaranteed selection. Apply only through the application link published by Mahindra or its named application partner, and if you lose money, call 1930 or report at cybercrime.gov.in.
Tips to prepare a strong application
- Get a valid caste certificate from the competent authority well before the window opens; this often takes days.
- Obtain an income certificate in the current financial year, and check that the figure is within Rs 4 lakh.
- Keep your latest marksheet scanned and clear, with the percentage visible.
- Use your own mobile number and email so you receive updates.
- Double-check spelling of your name against your Aadhaar and bank account.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Rules differ by programme, and the report we read did not say whether holding another scholarship disqualifies you. Read the terms on the official page. Applying to several scholarships you are eligible for is generally sensible, but you must answer honestly if the form asks about other aid.
Why corporate scholarships look similar
Many CSR scholarships share a platform and similar-looking forms, so one fake page can imitate any of them. Always begin from the company’s own website or the application partner it names, and compare the link with what you find there.
What we could not verify
What we could not verify: the Mahindra-owned page for this programme, the document list, the selection method, whether the Rs 5,500 is a one-time payment, and renewal. We also did not find a reported outcome list. If you are a past applicant, check your registered email and portal login for status updates.
Conclusion
Mahindra EmpowerHer is a small but useful award for eligible girls. Since the 2026-27 date reported has passed, bookmark the official page, keep your caste and income certificates ready, and apply early next cycle. Do not pay anyone to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply for Mahindra EmpowerHer?
Girls from SC, ST or OBC communities in Class 9 to 12 or general UG and PG courses, with 50% marks and family income up to Rs 4 lakh, as reported for 2026-27.
How much is the Mahindra EmpowerHer scholarship?
A fixed Rs 5,500 per selected scholar was reported. Whether it repeats yearly is not stated.
Is Mahindra EmpowerHer open now?
The last date reported was 21 September 2026, so it appears closed. Check the official page for any reopening.
Are there other Mahindra scholarships for girls?
MAITS gives preference to girls in polytechnic courses. See the official KCMET site for its deadlines.
Is it a government scholarship?
No, it is a corporate CSR scholarship by Mahindra, not listed on the National Scholarship Portal.
