Scaler Impact Foundation Scholarships — 2026
Most guides gloss over this section. Here's the full picture: who gets scholarships, how much, and exactly what you need to do during your application to be considered.
About the Scaler Impact Foundation
Scholarships are awarded by the Scaler Impact Foundation, which Scaler states is backed by individuals including Vijay Shekhar Sharma (Paytm founder) and Prasanna Sankar (Rippling founder).
Note: Scholarship availability and criteria are determined by Scaler and may change. Always verify on Scaler's official site.
Merit-Based Criteria
The merit scholarship considers a wide range of achievements — not just exam scores. Each of the following factors is considered during evaluation.
Competitive exam scores (JEE, BITSAT, SAT) or IB/IGCSE scores with AP exams scoring 5+
Independently built tech projects — preference given to projects with active or paying users
Competitive coding rankings (e.g., Codeforces, LeetCode, Code Jam)
Olympiad achievements — IMO, INMO, IOQM, IPhO, IOI, ICO
Entrepreneurial ventures — especially with demonstrated revenue or impact
Sports achievements at state, national, or international level
Additional weightage given to female applicants to promote diversity
Olympiad-Specific Scholarship Amounts
| Achievement | Scholarship | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Representing India at IOI or IMO | 100% scholarship | Subject to clearing interviews |
| National-level INOI or INMO winner | 50% scholarship | Subject to clearing interviews |
Need-Based Support
For students from financially constrained backgrounds who show merit but cannot afford the fees.
For students with family income below ₹5 LPA facing genuine financial hardship
Required documents: previous school's fee slip + income proof
These must be submitted as part of your scholarship application.
How to Apply for Scholarships
During NSET registration, fill out the detailed profile form on your dashboard — this is your scholarship application.
Include all relevant achievements: competitive exam scores, project links, coding rankings, olympiad certificates, and any other evidence of merit.
Apply as early as possible. Scaler states early applicants are about twice as likely to receive a scholarship.
For need-based support, prepare your school fee slip and family income proof to submit through the form.
Use this code during NSET registration
Saves you 50% on the ₹1,000 application fee — you pay ₹500 instead.
Written by a current first-year SST student in Bengaluru.