Applications open for Prof. Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship 2026-27

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Applications open for Prof. Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship 2026-27 By Nalini Sahu Bhubaneswar, Sept. 21: The Bansidhar & Ila Panda Foundation (BIPF) invites applications for the 22nd edition of the Professor Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship for Higher Education (PGDS) 2026-27....
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Applications open for Prof. Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship 2026-27

September 21

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By Nalini Sahu

Bhubaneswar, Sept. 21: The Bansidhar & Ila Panda Foundation (BIPF) invites applications for the 22nd edition of the Professor Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship for Higher Education (PGDS) 2026-27. The scholarship supports meritorious students pursuing professional degrees in Engineering, Medicine, STEM and Liberal Arts. Selected scholars receive up to 90% of academic fees and eligible expenses, amounting to Rs. 6 lakh per recipient, for a four-year course.

Instituted in 2005 by IMFA and named after the renowned historian Late Prof. Ghanashyam Dash, father of Late Mrs. Ila Panda, the scholarship aims to makeeducation a powerful catalyst for change and ensure that no youth is left behind. Since 2016, BIPF has been carrying forward this legacy. Over the years, PGDS scholars have made it to premier institutes across India, including AIIMS, IITs, IIITs, NITs, SCB Medical College and other leading medical and engineering colleges.Beyond financial support, the Foundation offers Utsaah – a structured mentorship programme focusing on academic excellence, career guidance, time management, mental well-being, life skills, leadership and communication.

Students who are domiciledin Odisha and have qualified NEET, JEE, JEE Advanced or CUET this year may visit www.bipf.org.in for detailed eligibility criteria and to apply before 30th October 2026.