Scholarships for Women in STEM

Scholarships for girls in India to study STEM fields like science and technology.

AICTE Pragati Scholarship

For girls pursuing engineering, technology, pharmacy, architecture, and other technical courses, this scholarship offers essential financial support for girls. The scholarship amount is ₹50,000 per year and is available at AICTE-approved institutions.

INSPIRE Scholarship (DST)

This opportunity is ideal for girls pursuing pure sciences such as BSc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. We offer scholarship information for those interested in enhancing their education, with a scholarship amount of ₹80,000 per year.

L'Oréal India Young Women in Science Scholarship

For girls pursuing science, medicine, and research-oriented careers, there are various opportunities for financial support for girls.

Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship

This scholarship provides financial support for girls of up to ₹1 lakh per year, covering tuition, study materials, and living expenses. It aims to assist students from economically weaker backgrounds.

Society of Women Engineers (SWE) India Scholarship

This initiative is designed for women pursuing studies in engineering and technology disciplines, focusing on their academics, leadership, and extracurricular achievements. It also highlights the importance of financial support for girls, providing essential scholarship information, and promoting STEM scholarships in India.

IIT Bombay WINGS Scholarship

Covers 100% tuition fees as a form of financial support for girls who are eligible female STEM students admitted to undergraduate programs at IIT Bombay.

Vivo KanyaGyaan Scholarship

This scholarship offers ₹60,000 per year as financial support for girls, renewable for up to 3 years (subject to conditions).

Progress Akanksha Scholarship for Women in STEM

This scholarship is designed for first-year undergraduate women pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, and related fields. It provides financial support for girls, offering up to ₹1.5 lakh annually, renewable for four years.

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSSS)

The National Scholarship Portal offers merit-based scholarships that provide vital financial support for girls. These scholarships are available to students across various disciplines.

Ignite Life Science Foundation

This program offers financial support for girls pursuing undergraduate STEM degrees, specifically aimed at students from underrepresented or financially constrained backgrounds.

Reliance Foundation Scholarship

Up to 5,000 students are selected annually for various programs, including financial support for girls. This scholarship information reveals that recipients can receive scholarship support of up to ₹2 lakh over the duration of their degree.

scholarships for girls to study stem abroad

AAUW International Fellowships

For women pursuing graduate studies in the U.S.
Open to international students.
Supports Master's, PhD, and postdoctoral studies.

Google

For women studying computer science and related fields.
Includes financial support and networking opportunities.

British Council Women in STEM Scholarship

For women from eligible countries, including India.
Master's programs in STEM fields at participating UK universities.
Covers tuition, living expenses, travel, visa costs, and health coverage.
Universities include institutions such as University of Manchester and Imperial College London.

Microsoft – Women at Microsoft Scholarship

For graduating high school seniors planning to study technology, engineering, mathematics, or computer science.
Must enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university.
Minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0 (or equivalent).
International students may apply if they will attend a U.S. institution.
Selection considers academics, leadership, community involvement, work experience, recommendations, career goals, and financial need.

Adobe Women-in-Technology Scholarship

Studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Science, Mathematics & Computing, or related fields.
Strong academic record.
Leadership, innovation, and community involvement are valued.
Scholarship funding (often around USD $10,000 for the global program).

MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship

Accepted to or enrolled full-time in a STEM degree program
Studying at an MPOWER-supported university in the U.S. or Canada
International student with a valid study visa/permit (or certain eligible residency statuses)

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Scholarships

One of the most prestigious fully funded scholarships in Europe.
It allows students to study a master's degree across 2–3 European countries and universities, earning a joint or multiple degree

DAAD Scholarships (Germany)

Germany's largest scholarship organization and funds international students for bachelor's exchanges, master's degrees, PhDs, and research programs
For AI, Computer Science, leadership, debate, and community service, DAAD can be an excellent option for a future master's degree

Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship

One of the most prestigious fully funded undergraduate scholarships in Canada for international students at the University of Toronto
It recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, creativity, and impact in school and community

UBC International Scholars Program

Need-based scholarships for outstanding international students.
STEM applicants with strong academics, leadership, and community service are competitive.