It is a well-known fact that financial constraints have become a major barrier to pursuing higher education today. Continuing education is especially challenging for children from families engaged in manual labor. In this context, the JK Tyre Shiksha Saarathi Scholarship 2025–26, launched by JK Tyre & Industries Limited under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, has emerged as a significant support system for thousands of girl students.
This scholarship scheme is specifically designed for the daughters of Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) drivers and provides direct financial assistance to eligible girl students pursuing undergraduate, professional, and diploma courses.
What is JK Tyre Shiksha Saarathi Scholarship?
The JK Tyre Shiksha Saarathi Scholarship is an educational assistance program introduced by JK Tyre & Industries Limited as part of its social responsibility efforts.
The primary objectives of this scholarship are:
- Providing educational support to girl students from economically weaker families
- Creating higher education opportunities for children of HMV drivers
- Reducing the financial burden of education
- Promoting women’s education and empowerment
Key Objectives of the Scholarship
This scheme goes beyond financial aid and aims to:
- Encourage female students to continue their education
- Improve the social and economic status of HMV drivers’ families
- Support access to graduate and professional education
- Help develop self-reliant women for the future
JK Tyre Scholarship 2025–26: Scholarship Amount
The scholarship amount varies depending on the course being pursued.
Scholarship Amount Details
| Course Type | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|
| Professional undergraduate courses | ₹25,000 |
| General undergraduate courses | ₹15,000 |
| Diploma courses | ₹15,000 |
The scholarship amount can be used for education-related expenses such as tuition fees, books, hostel charges, travel costs, and other academic needs.
Application Deadline
Last Date to Apply: 22 January 2026
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Eligible students are advised to apply well before the closing date.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following conditions to be eligible for the scholarship:
- The student must be a permanent resident of Karnataka
- The applicant must be the daughter of an HMV driver
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate, professional, or diploma course
- Only female students are eligible
- Minimum 55 percent marks in the previous academic year
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹5,00,000
- Children of JK Tyre & Buddy4Study employees are not eligible
Eligible Courses
The scholarship is available for students enrolled in:
- General undergraduate courses such as BA, BSc, BCom, etc.
- Professional courses including Engineering, Medical, Nursing, Pharmacy, and related fields
- Diploma courses
- Other recognized undergraduate programs
Required Documents
Applicants must upload scanned copies of the following documents during the application process:
- Aadhaar card
- Previous year’s mark sheet
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Current academic year fee receipt
- Family income certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Bank passbook
- Labour card or HMV driver’s license
- Passport-size photograph
- Active mobile number
Online Application Process
The application process for the JK Tyre Shiksha Saarathi Scholarship is completely online.
Step-by-step procedure:
- Visit the official scholarship website and click on the “Online Application” link.
- Select “Apply Now” and create a new account on the homepage.
- Log in using the registered credentials and open the application form.
- Fill in all required details accurately and upload the necessary documents.
- Submit the application form to complete the process successfully.
Selection Process
Selection of candidates will be based on:
- Academic performance
- Economic background of the family
- Verification of the information provided in the application
Only eligible and verified students will be selected.
Why is This Scholarship Important?
- Reduces the risk of girls dropping out of education
- Encourages higher education among female students
- Provides financial relief to economically weaker families
- Improves future employment and career opportunities
