The Colgate Keep India Smiling Scholarship Program, (Colgate Scholarship) an initiative by Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, aims to offer financial assistance and encouragement to deserving and talented individuals who may face financial barriers in pursuing their aspirations. Students enrolled in any year of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course at recognized institutes can avail themselves of a monetary aid of ₹75,000 to support their academic pursuits through this scholarship program. In addition to the financial aid, the program places emphasis on providing mentorship and career guidance to the beneficiaries when needed.
About Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited: Colgate-Palmolive is a compassionate and forward-thinking company dedicated to envisioning a healthier future for people and the planet. As the market leader in Oral Care in India, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited is committed to achieving sustainable, profitable growth for its shareholders while fostering an inclusive workplace. With a primary focus on Oral Care and Personal Care in the Indian market, the company is renowned for its leadership and innovative initiatives in promoting sustainability and community well-being.
Among its recent achievements, the company has made notable progress in reducing plastic waste, advocating recyclability, conserving water and energy at its manufacturing facilities, and enhancing children’s oral health through the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® program. Since its establishment in the mid-1970s, this program has positively impacted the lives of over 171 million children. For more details about Colgate’s global business and its commitment to creating a future to smile about, visit: www.colgatepalmolive.co.in.
Colgate’s Keep India Smiling Scholarship Program for BDS Students 2023-24
Application Deadline: January 31, 2024
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to students currently enrolled in any year of the BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) course.
- Must have cleared the Class 12 board examination with a minimum score of 60%.
- Enrollment in a recognized government or private undergraduate BDS institute is mandatory.
- Annual family income should be less than ₹8 lakh.
- Open to Indian nationals only.
Benefits: ₹75,000
Note: The scholarship fund is exclusively designated for covering academic-related expenses, including tuition fees, hostel fees, food, internet access, electronic devices, laptops, textbooks, stationery, and online learning materials.
Required Documents:
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card)
- Passport-size photograph of the applicant
- Income proof (Form 16A/income certificate issued by government authority/BPL certificate/salary slips, etc.)
- Proof of admission (College ID card/bonafide certificate, etc.)
- Current academic year fee receipt
- Bank account details of the scholarship applicant (cancelled cheque/passbook copy)
- Mark sheets or grade cards of the preceding class
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply:
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
- Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and navigate to the ‘Application Form Page.’
- If not registered, sign up at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile number/Gmail account.
- You will be redirected to the ‘Colgate Keep India Smiling Scholarship Program’ application form page.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to initiate the application process.
- Fill in the required details in the online application form.
- Upload relevant documents.
- Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
- If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly displayed on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.