Kotak Education Foundation Unveils Kotak Junior Scholarship “Future Ka Golden Ticket” offering 1,000 Scholarships for Class 10+ Students in Mumbai

Empowering bright young minds with 73500 in financial aid mentorship and holistic support for economically disadvantaged sectionsFor thousands of highpotential students from lowincome families the transition after Class 10 is often where education comes to a halt This is not due to lack of talent but lack of financial and academic supportWhat if we told you your ticket to a brighter bolder future is just one application away This is your opportunity Your moment Your Future ka Golden TicketSay hello to the Kotak Junior Scholarship your ldquoFuture Ka Golden Ticketrdquo a CSR initiative of Kotak Mahindra Bank implemented by Kotak Education Foundation KEF Designed to empower 1000 highachieving students from economically disadvantaged communities across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region MMR the programme focuses on supporting students at a critical academic junctureThe Kotak Junior Scholarship acts as a bridge through one of the most vulnerable stages in a studentrsquos education journeyGrades 11 and 12The scholarship goes beyond financial aid to offer structured academic personal and career readiness support thus helping young talent continue their education build confidence and move towards a brighter future The scholarship provides financial assistance of 73500 over a period of 21 months covering both Class 11 and Class 12 In addition to monetary support the programme offers a robust support system designed to enable education continuity and holistic developmentOver the past 19 years KEFrsquos scholarship initiatives have positively impacted the lives of more than 7909 scholars with over 1469 funded scholars having successfully graduated as accomplished alumniKEFrsquos longterm experience shows that sustained support at key education milestones significantly improves retention and postschool outcomes for students from lowincome backgroundsldquoAt Kotak Education Foundation we believe every student should have the chance to dream big and the support to achieve even bigger Kotak Junior Scholarship is a promise to walk alongside young changemakers on their journey Beyond financial support the programme equips students with essential life skills mentorship and guidance to help them navigate their journeys with confidencerdquo says Ms Arati Kaulgud Executive Committee Member and Scholarship Program Head at Kotak Education FoundationCommenting on the launch of the programme Ridhi Bhatia Sr Vice President ndash Group CSR Kotak Mahindra Bank said ldquoWe at Kotak firmly believe education is the foundation of strong communities The Kotak Junior Scholarship supports students at the Class 10ndash11 transition a stage where many capable students are forced to pause their education due to financial pressure By stepping in at this critical moment we are strengthening continuity in education and nurturing the next generation of professionals entrepreneurs and community leaders which is central to our approach to inclusive growthThe Kotak Junior Scholarship programme supports students from the SSC CBSE and ICSE boards and includesbull 3500 per month during Class 11 and 12 73500 total over 21 monthsbull Oneonone mentorship and academic assistancebull Career guidance and entrance exam preparation supportbull Exposure visits for academic and career orientationbull Regular home visits to engage families and strengthen support systemsEligibility Criteriabull Scored 8537 or more in SSCCBSEICSE Class 10 board examinationsbull Secured admission into Class 11 at a college within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region MMRbull Annual family income of less than 320000bull Resident of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region MMRKotak Education Foundation is the primary implementing agency for the educationfocused CSR initiatives of the Kotak Mahindra Group Kotak Karma serves as the overarching Corporate Social Responsibility CSR identity of the Group

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