Breaking Financial Barriers. Building Brighter Futures.
Shiksha Seva Foundation’s Saksham Scholarship Programme supports deserving students aged 14–25 from economically disadvantaged backgrounds by helping them overcome financial barriers to education.
Saksham Scholarship Programme
The Challenge
Many deserving students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds face financial barriers that prevent them from continuing their education and pursuing their career aspirations.
Our Strategy
Through the Saksham Scholarship Programme and collaborations with partner organisations, SSF aims to provide financial assistance, mentorship and career guidance to help students continue their education and build a brighter future.
Our Ground Focus
Supporting students aged 14–25 from underserved communities by expanding access to scholarships, encouraging educational continuity and creating opportunities for personal growth and future employment.
The Journey of Your Contribution
Transparency is our foundational promise. Here is how your generosity flows directly into tangible results on the ground.
Secure Contribution
Your donation is processed through 256-bit encrypted channels. You instantly receive an 80G tax certificate via email.
Resource Allocation
Shiksha Seva Foundation allocates resources based on the identified needs of beneficiary girls, covering school fees, uniforms, books, stationery and other educational essentials. Funds are utilised for programme implementation, field coordination, student monitoring, health awareness activities and administrative support to ensure effective delivery, transparency and maximum impact.
On-Ground Delivery
Shiksha Seva Foundation implements Kanya Shiksha Yojana through community outreach, student identification, eligibility verification and coordination with schools and parents. The project provides educational support, including fees, uniforms, books and stationery, along with health and menstrual hygiene awareness. Regular monitoring tracks attendance, academic progress, school retention and overall beneficiary development.
Growing Impact for Saksham Scholarship Programme
Explore our published institutional reports and audited numbers on the Foundation Impact Overview.
We Collaborate With Companies for Different Scholarships
Saksham is Shiksha Seva Foundation’s own scholarship programme. Beyond Saksham, we collaborate with different companies on scholarships of their own. Each company can customise its scholarship according to its CSR goals, through three preferences.
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Education Level
Choose the stage of education the scholarship will support.
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Number of Students
Decide how many deserving students the scholarship will support.
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Scholarship Amount
Set the amount per student that fits your CSR budget.
Our Collaborators
The companies and organisations that stand with Shiksha Seva Foundation and help make education possible.
Partner With Us to Fund Scholarships
Put Your CSR Behind a Student’s Future.
Your organisation can sponsor scholarships for deserving students aged 14–25, with the number of students and the amount shaped around your CSR goals. Shiksha Seva Foundation is CSR-1 registered (CSR00002256).
Questions About Donating to Saksham Scholarship Programme
How is my donation allocated and utilised?
90% of your contribution goes directly into on-ground programme deployment—purchasing learning kits, providing nutritious meals, running medical checkup camps, and paying dedicated instructors. 10% is used for operational coordination, auditing, and transparent reporting.
Is my donation eligible for 80G tax exemption?
Yes! Shiksha Seva Foundation is a registered NGO under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. Indian donors receive up to a 50% tax deduction on donations. An official 80G certificate is automatically generated and emailed to you.
How quickly will I receive my receipt and 80G certificate?
Immediately upon completing your donation on the Foundation’s secure portal, an e-receipt and 80G certificate are sent directly to your registered email address.
Can I make a recurring monthly contribution?
Yes! Regular donors help ensure continuous education, meals, and medical supplies without disruption. You can opt for monthly giving on the secure checkout portal.
Can companies partner with this initiative under CSR?
Yes. Shiksha Seva Foundation holds valid MCA approval for CSR activities under registration CSR00002256. We partner with leading corporations to deliver measurable on-ground impact. Please contact us or visit our Corporate page for CSR collaborations.
More answers on our FAQ page, or contact us.
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