The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has extended the application deadline for the 10th edition of the IET India Scholarship Award from 15 June to 5 July 2026. This extension provides aspiring engineers additional time to apply for one of India's most prestigious undergraduate engineering scholarship programmes.
Scholarship Details and Prize Pool
The scholarship is open to students enrolled full-time in AICTE- or UGC-approved institutions across India. For its 10th edition, the total prize pool has been doubled to ₹20 lakh. Awards include a national winner prize, along with regional winner and runner-up recognitions. Beyond financial support, participants gain national visibility, opportunities to present innovations before industry leaders, and access to the IET's global professional network.
Eligibility and Selection Process
Applicants must have secured a minimum aggregate of 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0. The scholarship is open to students from all engineering disciplines and years of study, with no age restrictions. The selection process comprises four stages: online application, a national-level online test, regional solution presentation rounds, and a national finale in Bengaluru.
Over the years, winners and finalists have pursued opportunities with globally renowned organisations such as Apple, Google, NASA, MIT, and leading technology companies, reflecting the calibre of talent the programme nurtures.
Official Statement
Ajay Salariya, India Awards & Scholarships Manager at IET, said, "As we celebrate the 10th edition of the IET India Scholarship Award, extending the application deadline allows us to reach and encourage even more talented engineering students across the country. We know there are countless young innovators working on ideas that can create meaningful impact, and this scholarship is designed to give them a platform to be recognised. We look forward to discovering the next generation of problem-solvers and changemakers through this year's programme."
About the IET
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is one of the world's largest professional engineering bodies, with global membership spanning more than 150 countries. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the IET works to inspire, inform and influence the global engineering community. In India, the IET has been active since 2006, collaborating with industry, academia and government to advance engineering and technology through thought leadership, professional development, skills initiatives, awards and scholarships.
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