About Organisation
Shishu Sarothi, established in 1987 in Guwahati, Assam, began as a small initiative to support children with disabilities. What started with two children, a dedicated special educator, and a few committed parents and volunteers in a one-room setup has grown into a leading centre for disability rights and inclusive development. Founded by a visionary team including Brinda Crishna, Tondra Borbora, Mira Kagti, late Anjana Hazarika, and Shamsad Haq, Shishu Sarothi has consistently worked to empower individuals with disabilities. The organization has expanded its work into areas of education, advocacy, rehabilitation, legal aid, skill development, and policy intervention. With a mission to create an inclusive and barrier-free society, Shishu Sarothi has touched countless lives by fostering opportunities for independence, equal participation, and dignity. Its programs continue to support children and young people with disabilities, ensuring they have access to quality education, training, and resources that help them live fulfilling lives. Over the decades, Shishu Sarothi has become a trusted voice in the disability sector, working tirelessly to transform challenges into opportunities for empowerment.
About the Grant
The Indus Towers Scholarship Program 2025-26, implemented by Shishu Sarothi, is designed to empower young individuals with disabilities by offering financial assistance for higher education. The scholarship is open to students admitted in the session 2025-26 across diverse educational pathways. These include academic and professional courses, vocational and skills training, preparatory coaching for employment-related competitive examinations, and soft-skills programs. By providing critical financial support, the program ensures that financial limitations do not obstruct talented and deserving students from realizing their educational and career goals. This initiative is part of Indus Towers’ broader vision of building an inclusive society where persons with disabilities are equipped to achieve independence and pursue opportunities on equal terms. The scholarship strengthens the ongoing mission of nurturing a future where talent and determination are celebrated without discrimination, and where education becomes a true enabler of empowerment and dignity.
Who can Apply?
The scholarship is open to Indian nationals with a benchmark disability of not less than 40%. Applicants must be between the ages of 14 and 40 years as of 1 January 2025. To be eligible, candidates must have successfully completed HSLC/Class 10 or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent CGPA. The program specifically supports students from families with an annual income below ₹8 lakhs, prioritizing those belonging to BPL and EWS categories. Eligible students may be pursuing higher education through academic or professional programs, vocational and skill development training, soft skills programs, or coaching for competitive examinations. The scholarship is designed to support motivated individuals who demonstrate academic merit and determination to pursue their goals despite financial and social challenges. Past recipients and first-time applicants alike are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria outlined.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates must submit their completed applications along with required documents through the prescribed process before the deadline. Ensure accuracy of details, eligibility proof, and supporting certificates.
Application Deadline
The last date to submit applications for the Indus Towers Scholarship Program 2025-26 is 22 September 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
