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An annual scholarship for women students across India's leading engineering colleges.

This initiative is aimed at empowering the next generation of women leaders in technology. It reflects PwC India’s Vision 2030, a commitment to building a Viksit Bharat by enabling the youth of the country and supporting the development of a skilled, future-ready workforce.

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Aspiring Women Leaders’ Scholarship

An annual scholarship for women students across India's leading engineering colleges.

About the Scholarship

The initiative will support deserving female students from six of India’s premier institutes, creating pathways for them to pursue their aspirations of becoming future leaders in technology.

Empowering women scholars across India through:

Financial grant for tuition

Technology resources

Executive mentorship

Industry exposure

Who can apply

Second-year B.Tech/B.E. women students from engineering streams are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

Students must have a meritorious record.

Students must be studying in one of the 6 institutions that are our partners for this scholarship programme.

Women students aged 18 or older who are Indian citizens or OCI card holders.

India’s future depends on giving every young person the opportunity to realise their potential. We believe that creating more equitable pathways for women in technology is an important part of that future. Through the Aspiring Women Leaders Scholarship, we are doing our part to open doors for women by supporting their education, skills and career journeys. Our hope is that these opportunities will help nurture a generation of talented women leaders who will shape India’s growth and create a more inclusive future.

Sanjeev Krishan, Chairperson, PwC in India

We believe empowering women in technology is key to driving innovation and growth in India’s digital future. This scholarship exemplifies our ‘skills-first’ approach to talent development and our commitment to building a strong pipeline of women leaders.

Vivek Prasad, Chief People Officer, PwC India

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

And other empanelled institutes

What you get, year by year

Financial assistance

Tuition fees from year 2 will be fully covered.

Other benefits

A laptop will be provided at the programme start.

Overall development

Regular PwC touchpoints and mentorship will take place.

Career pathways

Internship and pre-placement opportunities will be offered.

Evaluation stages

Process of evaluation

PwC India follows a structured and transparent evaluation process to ensure that scholarship opportunities are awarded fairly.

Enrolment process

Academic records or mark sheets

Proof of identity

Proof of enrolment or admission

Register now

Apply today and take one step closer to achieving your academic and career goals.

FAQs

PwC India’s Aspiring Women Leaders’ Scholarship is designed to support women engineering students from their second year through graduation. Selected scholars receive full tuition-fee support for Years 2–4, a laptop at the start of the programme, and access to mentorship, technical learning, industry exposure and career-readiness opportunities.

Women students who are currently in the 2nd year of a B.Tech/B.E. programme (any stream) at one of the six participating institutes can apply. Applicants must be 18 or older, be an Indian citizen, PIO or OCI, and not be receiving another scholarship covering the same educational expenses. Applications from women from modest economic backgrounds are especially encouraged.

Applications first undergo eligibility and document verification, including confirmation by the institute. Eligible applicants then complete an online problem-solving assessment, followed by a panel interview for shortlisted candidates. Final selections are made through the Scholarship Committee process and confirmed with the respective institute.

No. Students are not charged a fee to apply for or participate in the scholarship selection process.

Selected applicants will receive a formal scholarship communication/ award letter after completion of the assessment and interview stages and confirmation of eligibility by their institute.

Yes. In fact, current enrolment is required: applicants must be in the 2nd year of a B.Tech/B.E. programme at one of the six participating institutes.

Students register through the dedicated programme page on the PwC India website. Documents and eligibility are then verified with the institute, followed by the online assessment and panel interview for shortlisted applicants. After final selection and institute confirmation, selected scholars receive the scholarship award communication, formally accept the scholarship, and complete onboarding. Tuition fees are paid directly to the university, and the laptop is provided through the institute.

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