LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 | Apply Online, Eligibility & Up to ₹50,000

LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026: Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Golden Jubilee Foundation has officially released the detailed notification for the Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026. Under this scheme, financial assistance up to ₹50,000/- per annum is awarded to economically weaker and meritorious students across India for pursuing higher studies after Class 10th and Class 12th.

Eligible students enrolled in 10+2, Diploma, ITI, Graduation, Engineering, or Medical degree courses in the academic session 2026-27 can check category-wise scholarship amounts, detailed eligibility criteria, family income limit, selection procedure, and online application guidelines below.

LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 – Overview Get a complete summary of the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026, including scholarship types, funding authority, target courses, and official web portals.
Scholarship Name	LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026
Offered By	LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation (GJF)
Target Group	Meritorious Students from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
Scholarship Types	1. General Scholarship (After 12th/Diploma) 2. Special Scholarship (After 10th)
Scholarship Amount	₹15,000-50,000/- p.a.
Total Scholarships	120 Students per LIC Division
Application Mode	Online Only
Official Website	licindia.in
Important Dates Check the crucial registration deadlines and instalment disbursement timeline for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship.
Online Application Opening Date	Active Now
Last Date to Apply Online	30.09.2026
1st Instalment Due Date	01.09.2026 (On final selection)
2nd Instalment Due Date	01.02.2027 (On submission of 1st semester result/attendance)
Scholarship Amount & Rate Details The scholarship provides financial assistance throughout the course duration, credited directly via NEFT in two half-yearly instalments. Scholarship Category Eligible Stream/Course Annual Amount General Scholarship Medical Degrees (MBBS, BAMS, BHMS, BDS) ₹50,000/- per year (₹25,000/- per instalment) General Scholarship Engineering Degrees (B.E., B.Tech, B.Arch) ₹40,000/- per year (₹20,000/- per instalment) General Scholarship Graduation (Arts, Science, Commerce), Integrated Courses, Diplomas, ITI/ Vocational Courses ₹20,000/- per year (₹10,000/- per instalment) Special Scholarship Higher Secondary (10+2/Intermediate), Vocational Courses, Polytechnic Diploma, or ITI Courses ₹15,000/- per year (₹7,500/- per instalment) Mode of Payment: Directly credited into the student's active bank account through NEFT. Duration: Granted for the entire course duration (excluding internship or stipendiary period), subject to minimum renewal marks.
Number of Scholarships per Division Each of the 112 LIC Divisional Offices selects 120 meritorious students based on regional quota allocation. Category Boys Girls Total per Division General Scholarship (After 12th/Diploma) 40 40 80 Students Special Scholarship (After 10th) 20 20 40 Students Total Selected per Division (Across 112 Divisions) 120 Students Interchangeability: Gender slots are interchangeable in the event of an intra-category shortage of applicants. Total Pan-India Capacity: Up to 8,960 General Scholarships and 4,480 Special Scholarships across India.
Eligibility Criteria Students must fulfill all prescribed qualifying examination scores, regular admission criteria, and parental income limits. Scholarship Category Qualification & Admission Annual Family Income General Scholarship • Passed Class XII (or equivalent/Diploma) with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in Academic Year 2023-24, 2024-25, or 2025-26. • Enrolled in the 1st year (2026-27) of Medicine, Engineering, General Graduation, Integrated Degree, Diploma, or ITI course in a recognized college/institution. • Lateral entry students entering 2nd-year Engineering after completing a Diploma with 60% are also eligible. Not exceeding ₹4,50,000/- p.a. Special Scholarship  • Passed Class X (or equivalent) with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in Academic Year 2023-24, 2024-25, or 2025-26. • Taken regular admission in the 1st year (2026-27) of Intermediate / 10+2 pattern, Vocational/Diploma course, or ITI. Not exceeding ₹4,50,000/- p.a.
Key Rules & Continuation Criteria Important terms, renewal score requirements, and conditions under the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation Scheme. Family Limit: Normally awarded to only one student per family; relaxed to two students if the second child is female or both applicants are female. Medical & Engineering Renewal: Must score at least 55% marks or equivalent SGPA/CGPA and pass all semester papers. Graduation & 10+2 Renewal: Must secure at least 50% marks and pass all semester/yearly examinations. Grace Marks & Backlogs: Candidates clearing papers with grace marks or clearing backlogs in subsequent semesters become ineligible for continuation. Other Scholarships: Students receiving Government (State or Central) scholarships are eligible, but recipients of scholarships from private trusts are not eligible. Ineligible Courses: Correspondence/Distance courses, Part-time/Evening classes, and self-study courses (CA, CS, CMA) are not covered.
Selection Procedure Understand how applications are processed and candidates are shortlisted by the respective LIC Divisional Offices. Stage Procedure Details Division Routing Online applications are automatically routed to one of LIC's 112 Divisional Offices based on the applicant's residential PIN code. Merit Ranking Candidates with parental income below ₹4,50,000/- are ranked strictly based on Class 10th or 12th board marks. In case of a tie in marks, lower parental income gets preference. Document Verification Selected applicants are informed via email and must present original Income Certificate, Board Marksheet, Admission Proof, and Bank details for verification. Disbursement Following physical verification by Divisional Officials, funds are credited directly to the verified bank account via NEFT.
How to Apply Online for LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 Follow this step-by-step guide to complete your online application form on the official LIC portal. Visit the official website of Life Insurance Corporation of India at licindia.in. Locate and click on the link “LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship Scheme 2026” on the homepage. Open the online application form and select your State, District, and LIC Divisional area. Fill in your personal details, academic marks (enter percentage equivalent if under grading system), and present course admission information. Enter accurate and active bank account details (Account Number, Bank Name, and current IFSC code). Upload scanned copies of your Parent's Income Certificate, Mark Sheet of last qualifying examination, and Proof of 1st-year admission (file size within 2MB). Double-check all mandatory fields and click on the “Submit” button on or before 30.09.2026. Save the system-generated acknowledgement email containing your Application Number for future reference.
Important Links Direct official links to apply online, download scheme guidelines, and join job/scholarship alert channels.
Join Alert Channels	WhatsApp | Telegram
LIC Scholarship Apply Online	Apply Online Here
Instructions PDF	Click Here to Download
Download Scheme Guidelines PDF	Click Here to Download
Official LIC Website	licindia.in

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LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026 – FAQs

What is the last date to apply for the LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026?

The last date to submit online applications through the official LIC portal is 30 September 2026.

What is the maximum scholarship amount offered under the scheme?

Students pursuing undergraduate medical degrees receive ₹50,000/- per year, engineering students receive ₹40,000/- per year, graduation/diploma/ITI students receive ₹20,000/- per year, and 10+2/intermediate students receive ₹15,000/- per year.

What is the family income ceiling to be eligible for this scholarship?

The candidate's parents or guardians must have a total annual income from all sources not exceeding ₹4,50,000/- per annum.

What is the minimum percentage required in Class 10th or 12th?

Candidates must have passed Class 10th, 12th, or equivalent Diploma with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in the academic sessions 2023-24, 2024-25, or 2025-26.

Do I need to send a hard copy of the application to LIC?

No, applications are accepted strictly through Online Mode only. Hard copies are not required and will not be considered.

Can students who are receiving other scholarships apply?

Students receiving scholarships from Government schemes (Central or State) are eligible, but those receiving assistance from other private trusts or institutions are not eligible.