About the Program
The Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2025–26 is a CSR initiative by Haleon India, the makers of Sensodyne, in collaboration with Buddy4Study (B4S) and the Indian Dental Association (IDA). The programme aims to empower meritorious yet financially constrained first-year students pursuing the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) course in government or government-aided colleges across India. As part of Haleon India’s commitment to making oral healthcare education more accessible, selected students will receive financial assistance of ₹2,00,000 disbursed as ₹50,000 per year for four years to support their academic and living expenses.
About Haleon
Haleon is a global leader in the consumer healthcare sector, known for its category-leading brands with a clear mission to deliver better everyday health to humanity. Haleon India (formerly GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare) is a prominent, fast-moving consumer healthcare company with a diverse product portfolio that includes Oral Health, Pain Relief, Respiratory Health, Digestive Health, and Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements (VMS). Their trusted brands: Sensodyne, Eno, Iodex, Otrivin, Crocin, Polident, Parodontax, and Centrum play a crucial role in improving everyday health and wellness. The company's scientific approach is rooted in a deep understanding of human needs, focusing research on delivering precisely what consumers require. Haleon is driven by the desire to go beyond, delivering innovations that help you enjoy a better life.
About the Indian Dental Association (IDA)
As a flag bearer of oral health, the Indian Dental Association (IDA) believes in supporting bright and deserving students in their journey to becoming skilled dental professionals. IDA stands by the financially underprivileged and hardworking students who desire to carve out a new path for themselves and embody IDA’s vision of “Improving oral health and quality of life”. IDA is the official Knowledge Partner for the Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme.
About Give Grants
Haleon India has partnered with Give Grants to oversee and execute all its CSR programmes. Give Grants enables corporates, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) to deliver maximum social impact. Using technology to enhance effectiveness and guided by a focus on making a difference, the company supports the entire grant-making life cycle. With its network of 3,000+ trusted non-profits, Give Grants has served 300+ partners to make their grant-making journey convenient and compliant while maximising impact.
What is the Eligibility
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Open for students pursuing their first year in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme from government or government-aided colleges only.
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Applicants must have scored a minimum of 60% in their Higher Secondary Education.
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Annual family income of the applicants should not be more than INR 8,00,000 from all sources.
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Pan-India students are eligible to apply.
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Children or family members of employees of Haleon, IDA, Give India, and Buddy4Study are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.
How to Apply
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Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
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Login to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and land onto the ‘Application Form Page’.
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If not registered, register at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile number/Google account.
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You will now be redirected to the ‘Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2024-25’ application form page.
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Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
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Fill in the required details in the online application form.
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Upload relevant documents.
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Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
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If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
Important Dates
Application start date: September 26, 2024
Application deadline: October 31, 2024
Benefits
INR 1,05,000 per year for 4 years
Note: The scholarship can be utilized only for academic expenses such as tuition fees, hostel fees, food, internet, mobile, laptop, books, stationery, online learning, etc.
Required Documents
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Marksheet of the previous class/semester
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Government-issued identity proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License/PAN card)
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Current year admission proof (Fee Receipt/Admission Letter/Institution ID card/ Bonafide Certificate)
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Family income proof (Government-issued documents such as tax return, income certificate from local administration, EWS certificate)
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Bank account details of the applicant or parent
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Photograph of the applicant
Note: Starting from the second year, the scholars must submit an academic grade report of the last exam passed and a character certificate from their college to be eligible for the scholarship in subsequent years.
Selection Criteria
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Contact Details
Email: sensodyneidaschorlarship@buddy4study.com
Phone: 011-430-92248 (Ext- 301)
Offered by
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