Bharti Scholarship

The Bharti Airtel Scholarship Program, established by the Bharti Airtel Foundation, supports exceptional young minds from diverse socio-economic backgrounds in pursuing full-time undergraduate studies at Plaksha University. Designed to make high-quality education more accessible, the scholarship seeks to nurture ambition, unlock potential, and empower the next generation to shape a better future. Women are especially encouraged to apply, in line with the Foundation’s commitment to increasing representation in STEM. Up to 30 deserving students are awarded the scholarship each year.

Founder's message

“India’s future will be shaped by the strength of its young innovators, problem-solvers and leaders. As the country advances towards becoming a global hub for technology, and innovation, it is essential that talented students, irrespective of their financial circumstances, have access to opportunities that enable them to realise their potential. The Bharti Airtel Scholarship Program reflects our commitment to empowering deserving young minds, especially young women, to dream boldly and pursue excellence in STEM. We believe that when we invest in their potential today, we are not just shaping individual futures but also helping build the generation that will drive India’s progress and define its place in the world.”

Rakesh Bharti Mittal

Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises

Rakesh Bharti Mittal

Testimonials

  • Coming from a small village in Uttar Pradesh, I knew I had the determination to succeed but not always the means to get there. The opportunity I received at Plaksha helped me turn curiosity into purpose, from building Project Raavi for the visually impaired to beginning my journey as a Business Analyst Intern at Flipkart. It reminds me that when someone invests in your potential, the impact extends far beyond one student.
  • I was raised to believe that hard work could open doors, even when life felt uncertain. This scholarship opportunity helped turn that belief into reality by giving me the chance to study at Plaksha and grow through meaningful technology projects. Today, as a Data Scientist at Pixxel Space, I hope to make the most of the faith that was placed in me.
  • Sometimes, all you need is one opportunity and someone who believes in you. Plaksha gave me the space to learn, experiment, and grow with confidence. It laid the foundation for my academic journey, which culminated in completing a fully funded Master’s in Business Analytics at Wake Forest University.
  • Knowing that I could focus on learning instead of worrying about financial constraints gave me the confidence to make the most of my time at Plaksha. From publishing my research at ACM COMPASS to starting my career as an AI Engineer at Predli, every milestone feels like a reminder of what becomes possible when someone believes in your potential.

A Message from Rakesh Bharti Mittal

Watch Rakesh Bharti Mittal talk about the Bharti Airtel Scholarship which was instituted at Plaksha to empower financially modest but meritorious students to pursue cutting-edge tech education, and pivot personally and professionally.

Bharti Airtel Scholars Impact Numbers

Since its inception, the Bharti Airtel Scholarship has been driving measurable change—growing its community year on year, deepening its geographic and gender diversity, and uplifting scholars who are already making a mark in research, entrepreneurship, and social impact. The numbers below capture glimpses of the progress made till now.

Journey so far (2021–26)

89
Scholars supported till date
30%
Women representation
80%
Single earning/parent families
< 6 LPA
Avg family income

*As of Mar 31, 2026

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