Muskaan Scholarship Program 2026-27 : buddy4study.com

What is Muskaan Scholarship Program?

The Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 (2026–27) is an initiative by Valvoline Cummins Private Ltd. (VCPL) to provide educational support to children of commercial drivers (LMV/HMV), mechanics, and students from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). The program aims to ensure continuity in education by supporting students enrolled in Classes 9 to 12 across Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana by providing them with a grant of up to INR 12,000 to cover their academic expenses. Last date of application is 20th August 2026.

Eligibility of Muskaan Scholarship Program

** Students studying in Classes 9 to 12 from the following states of India are eligible to apply:
** Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Tripura, Puducherry, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana
** Open to children of commercial drivers, including LMV/HMV drivers, children of mechanics, and students belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category.
** Applicants must have secured 60% and above in their previous class.
** The total annual family income from all sources must not exceed INR 8 lakh.
** Children of employees of Valvoline Cummins Private Ltd. (VCPL) and Buddy4Study are not eligible.

Benefits of Muskaan Scholarship Program

Selected students will receive the following benefits:
** Scholarship of up to INR 12,000 (based on actual expenses)
** Mentorship support (Session on Road Safety)

How To Apply For Muskaan Scholarship Program?

To apply for Muskaan Scholarship Program, Follow the below steps

Steps:
** Go to the link given above and Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button.
** Log in to Buddy4Study using your registered ID to access the ‘Application Form page’.
** If you’re not registered, sign up on Buddy4Study using your Email, Mobile, or Google account.
** You will be redirected to the “Muskaan Scholarship Program 2.0 (2026-27)” application form page.
** Click the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
** Fill in the required details in the online application form.
** Upload the relevant documents.
** Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click ‘Preview’.
** If all the details are correct in the preview, click the ‘Submit’ button to complete your application.

Documents Required For Muskaan Scholarship Program

** Proof of identity of the applicant (Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, etc.)
** Current year admission proof (fee receipt/admission letter/institution identity card/bonafide certificate)
** Signed and stamped original marksheet of the previous class
** Bank account details of the applicant
** A recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant

Documents to prove parents’ profession (choose one):
** Commercial Driving License of the parent (Only for drivers)
** Shramik Card
** Confirmation from the employer or a self-declaration letter duly attested by the authority

Family income proof (choose one):
** Income proof issued by the Gram Panchayat/Ward Counselor/Sarpanch
** Income proof issued by SDM/DM/CO/Tehsildar
** Last three months’ salary slips or Income Tax Return (ITR)

What is the Last Date of Muskaan Scholarship Program?

Last Date of Muskaan Scholarship Program is 20th August 2026.

Author : Jency