"IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship, is of great help to me as it helps me pay an amount of my tuition fee as the loan sanctioned doesn’t cover the entire tuition fee thereby reducing the burden on my family to pay the fee.

I would love to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me this scholarship. The scholarship will not only help me financially but also has helped me feel empowered.It's a great initiative from IDFC FIRST Bank and I wish them all the success for their future endeavours."

"I’d like to thank IDFC First bank for providing this platform to not only me, but all of the 2700+ nationwide candidates. Getting the scholarship not only gives me a sense of security, but also a pinch of satisfaction and relief when I look at my piling statement of student loans—all this while making me realise that working diligently for something that one wants often reaps desired outcomes. Besides, the boost in confidence that being awarded with a student scholarship instils, is second to none. The intangibles one could derive from this scholarship are as valuable and significant as is the tangible-monetary part. I would definitely have this moment etched in my memory unless I become demented and I most certainly aspire to be in a distinguished position one day, where I not only aspire to give back, but also be a contributor to such philanthropic future endeavours which IDFC FIRST embarks on."

"Coming from a background where my aged father runs an auto-rickshaw in Delhi to meet ends, I needed this scholarship to meet my expenses part for my 2-year MBA program here in XIMB.

I had already financed my education loan through the bank, so there was no source of financial help with me where I could look forward to but IDFC FIRST Bank’s scholarship made it sure that I spend my 2 years of MBA without thinking of any financial difficulty."

"Growing up in lower middle-class family in a village of Bihar, I faced a lot of financial challenges. I used to see my father work day and night in the fields to provide me every opportunity to succeed, which only inspired me to work harder and to appreciate the value of education. I have always strived to achieve excellence in my study and work.

I would like to sincerely express my gratitude to the IDFC FIRST Bank for this scholarship. Your philanthropy has expanded the opportunities available to enhance the lives of people. This support provide hope to many other upcoming students like me to pursue higher education."

“Thank you so much for awarding me this scholarship. I am very thankful, as now, I can afford my living expenses in Jaipur and it has also given me a financial support that would be really helpful for my family (they would not have to worry about my expenses) because of the current unfavourable financial conditions.

I am really honored and grateful to IDFC FIRST Bank for this scholarship that has helped a lot many students just like me.”

“During our second year, we have an exchange program for the eligible students. This would be of 4 months duration in any of the universities of Europe. This would not only be a great academic opportunity but also a unique chance to learn the culture and heritage of another continent. I would like to utilize this scholarship in that direction.

I would like to convey my sincere regards to the entire team and selection panel of IDFC CSR for selecting my candidature for this reward. It feels great to be amongst the top 150 students who have received this reward. It also makes me feel happy that I can inch closer towards my dream of studying in of those prestigious B-Schools of Europe. Thank You so much IDFC FIRST Bank!!”

“I come from a small village, namely Gharora, in district Faridabad, Haryana. My father owns a small piece of land, less than 2 hectares, and is a small farmer, and my mother is an Anganwadi Worker in our village. I am deeply honored to be the recipient of the IDFC First Bank scholarship. Your generous contribution will be of great help to me in pursuing my Post Graduation Diploma in Industrial Management, equivalent to an MBA at National Institute of Industrial Engineering, Mumbai.I want to thank the IDFC First Bank team for taking such a noble initiative for helping needful aspirants like us and give them an opportunity to fulfill their dreams.

This Scholarship will not only help them advance in their carrier but will also inculcate the sense of responsibility. They will be much more considerate towards helping the upcoming generation through similar initiatives.”

“ On behalf of my family, I would like to personally thank IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me a Scholarship . This Scholarship will increase my confidence and responsibility over my studies and career. I personally appreciate IDFC FIRST Bank Team for their efforts to identify the right beneficiaries who are in need of this Scholarship and support them for their studies. “

"I thank the committee who have chosen me for this scholarship. We have many budding MBA students in India but due to some financial reasons we may not reach some heights. For me this scholarship gave me the opportunity to excel in the world where I have my support of the IDFC FIRST Bank in my academics. I feel so proud for getting me choose and help me through my career path first steps. Thanks a ton for the bank in helping me achieving my goals."

"I am grateful for providing me the scholarship which will help me complete my Post-Graduation and this financial assistance will be a guiding step in all my future endeavors."

"Post a few failures in my father’s business, the financial conditions at home have not been stable. Since I am a single child, my father does not have any support system for his old age other than me. I was working for a few years before getting admission in IIM-A but still needed financial assistance for future fee instalments. Now that I have received the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship, I plan to work at a consulting firm for the first 4-5 years after completing my MBA, so that I can chart out my long-term professional plans maturely. I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for starting such a noble initiative. A bit of external help goes a long way in easing out the mental pressure of students and helps them in focusing more on their career."

"We are a family of three. While my mother is a housemaker, my brother works as an associate in Gartner, a global research and IT firm. Financing my MBA was not possible with my brother’s earnings. Hence, I had to resort completely on an education loan for the same. However, once I received the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship, I was greatly relieved.

I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for helping me come a step closer to my dreams. This is a great step taken by the bank to help meritorious students complete their MBA by rewarding them with a scholarship."

"My father is the only earning member in my family of 5. His business does not bring in enough earnings that can suffice the fee requirements of an expensive private education. Hence, I was anxiously in need of financial aid. The IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship came to me at just the right time when I had to pay the next instalment of my MBA fees. Now that I have earned this scholarship, I can dream high and wish to financially support my family in the future. I would like to join a reputable company and even help my brother in completing his higher studies from a decent college.

Thank you IDFC FIRST Bank for helping me at a time when I needed it the most. This financial assistance will help me soar higher than I could ever imagine."

"IIM Ahmedabad is a dream for many and achieving that dream not only requires academic and extracurricular excellence, but also a huge moral support. My mother works at a middle-level position in an Indian multinational company. In spite of being a single parent, she has left no stone unturned to help me reach my goals. But the first time I saw her worried was when she had to arrange for my MBA fees. The IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship eased our financial burden, and allow me to focus better on my academics and goals. I now dream to make a significant contribution to the society just like IDFC FIRST Bank."

"I was always a bright student with big dreams. I worked for 2 years at Hettich India Private Limited, a German based multinational company. At that time, my mother got diagnosed with breast cancer and I had to leave my organization for her treatment. The expenses incurred for her treatment were so high so that I had to take education loan to pursue my MBA in PGDM-Sales. Thanks to the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship, I was able to pay a part of my education loan which made my educational journey very comfortable.

Thank you to the entire IDFC FIRST Bank CSR team for coming up with this noble scholarship programme."

"Due to disinvestment by the Govt. of India in many educational institutions recently, the course fees at NITIE has been significantly increased. This created an extra burden on me and paying for my MBA fees became a huge burden. While I had the backing of an education loan, extra educational expenses like paying the college batch fund, buying formal wear, opting for paid courses and certifications are not covered under a bank loan. The IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship helped me meet these expenses and reduced the additional burden created by the increase in course fees. My parents are also reassured about my future ever since I've received this scholarship.

I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to IDFC FIRST Bank for helping students like me fulfil our dream of pursuing MBA. It also inspires me to perform to the best of my abilities in and outside the B-School and motivates me to do more for people around me."

"My father passed away in 2015. After his death, there was no one in the family who could look after his business. Hence, we were left without an earner and an earning source in the family. However, this did not deter me from taking admission in an MBA school and I was relying solely on the education loan. However, after I received the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship, my future worries were relieved completely. Today, I aspire to work at the managerial position at a leading MNC.

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to IDFC FIRST Bank. Such scholarships have a very positive effect on the youngsters, who then aim higher and dream bigger."

"My father runs a small tea business in Bhopal and was unable to bear the expenses of my MBA education. Thankfully, I came to know about the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship and applied for it at the right time. This scholarship has eased my troubles and encouraged me to aim higher. Today, I dream to become a SAP Consultant.

I am extremely thankful to IDFC FIRST Bank for coming up with such an amazing scholarship programme. When youngsters like us who are eager to get the best education get financial assistance at the right time, it increases our confidence in the future."

“My affinity for MBA came after attending the Harvard Crossroads Summer Program 2017 in Dubai. However, because of the financial crunch, it seemed like a far-fetched dream. My dad runs a garment business which brings in limited number of finances. Despite the financial constraints, I took the CAT exam and got selected for Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA). I had to take a loan to finance my MBA. However, the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship came as a boon and I applied for it as soon as I heard about it. This financial aid will prove instrumental in helping me achieve my dream. Post MBA, I look forward to work for sustainability practices and development sector.

I’m extremely grateful to IDFC FIRST Bank for providing me with the scholarship when I needed it the most. This scholarship will surely prove to be an elixir for my career.”

“My father is a retired government employee and my mother is a homemaker. Our family income is a mere Rs. 36,000. When I heard about the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship, I thought of it as a perfect opportunity to uplift my family financially. Today, I am a proud recipient of this scholarship. Two years down the line, I want to get into an established firm in the agribusiness industry.

The IDFC First Bank MBA Scholarship is a great initiative which considers the need of the students and helps them in building their career. Thankyou IDFC FIRST Bank for understanding my obligations and lending a helping hand in meeting my educational expenses. This help will impact my future positively.”

“My parents run a small shop that doesn’t fetch enough money to finance the expenses of a private higher education. That’s why, I took admission in Jaipuria Institute of Management on the basis of an education loan. However, the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship eased my educational journey and brought my focus to where it should be – my studies. Post MBA, I am planning to make a career in the field of banking.

I am thankful to IDFC FIRST Bank for providing me with this prestigious scholarship. I deeply appreciate their gesture of helping the students who are in need of financial help and want to finish their management studies smoothly.”

“My father, who was an army man, lost his life a few years back. My mother got a job in his place on compassionate grounds. The income was barely enough to support me and my sister’s education. However, I always excelled in studies and was a rank holder consistently.

After completing my B.Tech, I prepared for management exams and got into a reputed B-school. To fund my higher education, I took a loan. Still, it’s financially hard because there are many things that one needs in a B-school ranging from a good formal wear to extra courses to enhance one’s resume.”

The scholarship provided by IDFC FIRST Bank has helped me manage my day to day expenses, which were otherwise taking a toll on my studies and mental health. This financial aid has pushed me in the right direction towards a brighter and better future. ”

“I lost my father when I was just 1 year old. Ever since, my mother has brought me up with the support of our relatives and our small savings. I needed the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship to pay for my PGDM program and get the degree without any hassle. Thankfully, I won this scholarship and have been able to continue my studies without the worry of a future debt. I aim to get an excellent campus placement and work sincerely as an efficient manager.

I am thankful to IDFC FIRST Bank for this help. This scholarship has been like a blessing in my life, especially since no bank was allowing a loan on my name. My family is equally thankful. I wish that IDFC FIRST Bank keeps supporting youngsters like me so that their lives changes for the better.”

“My father passed away 8 years back. After this terrible incident, my mother had to struggle hard and had to take up the responsibility of the entire household. Today, she runs a small phone recharging shop in Trivandrum and till now, I’ve been solely dependent on her for my financial needs. But while deciding to pursue an MBA, I didn’t want to put any more monetary pressure on my mother. That’s why, when I heard about the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21, I jumped at the opportunity and thankfully got chosen.

I would like to congratulate IDFC FIRST Bank for being able to make such a huge change in the society. I wish that this scholarship programme continues to help students overcome their financial constraints and pursue higher studies.”

“My father is a driver and the sole earning member for our family of four. His annual income is around Rs. 1,50,000, leaving me with very few opportunities to pursue higher studies. When I decided to pursue an MBA, my mother had to work at a laundry shop to cover the expenses and my father mortgaged his parental house against a loan of Rs. 5 lakhs. Despite the united efforts of my family, the MBA fee and other related expenses were threatening my chances to continue my MBA further. Thankfully, the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 came to my rescue.

I would like to thank the IDFC FIRST Bank and hope that it keeps giving support to the needy students. Through this scholarship, I have got a chance to inspire other students to chase their educational dreams.”

“My father has retired from private service and my mother is a home maker. So, there is no regular source of income for our household at present. Since my sister is preparing for government exams and will soon need financial help for her higher education, it is my responsibility to become a working individual soon. An MBA will help me secure a fine job in the future and the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship has made it possible for me to pursue my course without any hassle.

I would like to thank the IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me this scholarship. I request the bank to continue serving the youngsters of our nation so that we make the future better together.”

“My father is the only earning member in my family of 4 and therefore has been unable to bear the expenses of my higher education. Hence, the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 came as a relief to both me and my father. Today, my MBA journey is smooth because of less financial constraint and I’ve gained the confidence to become an entrepreneur. I already have a few business ideas and will act on them after completing my MBA degree.

I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for offering me this scholarship as it has relieved my family immensely. I wish that this scholarship programme continues for years to come so that many students like me accomplish their desires to do business courses of their choice.”

“My father runs a small shoe shop which doesn’t bring in an amount that is sufficient to fund my higher education. The IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship made it possible for me to pursue an MBA and work towards accomplishing my healthcare start-up dream where every section of the society, whether rich or under-privileged, will get a cost-effective treatment.

I would like to say a big thankyou to IDFC FIRST Bank for helping me create a better version of myself through effective education. Thanks to this scholarship, I can become a valuable asset for the future of my family and my nation.”

“Despite the financial constraints in my family, I enjoyed my share of accomplishments and was the 12th board topper of my district with 96.4%. Apart from securing a CBSE scholarship, I also worked as an accounts and maths tutor throughout my years in college to contribute to my family’s budget. While the financial pressures have been never ending, one of the most stressful time for me was when my father suffered a cardiac arrest and I had to drop Chartered Accountancy (even after scoring 87% in CPT and 68% in IPCC) and join a full-time job. Today, I’m an MBA student at IIM A and have even cleared all levels of CFA. Even though I have taken an education loan, I was severely short of finances due to the extra education-related and living expenses.

Fortunately, I was selected for the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21, which reduced my overall education loan burden. This scholarship helped me in pursuing my MBA goals without any stress. I am grateful to IDFC FIRST Bank for acting being a good Samaritan in my life wish them all the best for their future noble endeavours.”

“My mother is a single parent and had to struggle a lot financially while bringing me up. Hence, when I got admission in IIM, I decided not to be a burden on her anymore and found out about the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21. I’m glad that I received this financial aid by the IDFC FIRST Bank. I appreciate the efforts they have taken to help the aspiring lower and middle class society of our country in achieving their goals and dreams.”

“My father lost his job a few years back and toiled hard to fulfil the family’s needs. Looking at him, I always got motivated and inspired to do more in life. This motivation resulted in me getting admission in IIM-Lucknow. I consider IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 as my saviour. Due to this financial assistance, I have been able to fulfil my dream of studying in a reputed B-school where the fee is very high.

I express my sincere gratitude to IDFC FIRST Bank for showing trust in me and helping me actualize my education dream. I am really thankful to the company for this noble initiative that is helping meritorious students with humble financial background pursue their higher education.”

“My financial background isn’t strong enough to support my higher education. As a result, in order to effectively pursue MBA from IIM Ahmedabad, I had to take a hefty education loan. This loan would have shackled me financially for many years to come, restricting my options.

Getting the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 has been a ray of hope. Not only does the acknowledgement of reward inspire me to attain greater heights, the reduction in financial burden is also a welcome relief. This scholarship will allow me to shed the burden of loan much earlier and pursue my long-term goal of entrepreneurship.”

“I belong to a lower middle-class family and we have been dependent on my late-father’s pension amount. In order to support my post-graduation and my future dreams, I needed some financial assistance. IDFC First Bank MBA scholarship 2019-21 gave me that helping hand.

I will always be indebted to IDFC First Bank for selecting me as one of their scholars. It has infused in me a new rigour, self-confidence and motivation. This scholarship has given me a hope of reaching to newer heights through hard work and dedication. I feel proud to be an IDFC First Bank scholar.”

“In my family, there are 5 members (my mother, my father, two sisters and me). My father, a government clerk, is the sole bread earner and therefore cannot bear the extra burden of my higher education fees. Hence, I took an education loan to support my MBA fees. Thankfully, the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA scholarship 2019-21 came into the picture just when I needed it the most. It has eased my studies and even helped in paying off a significant part of my education loan.

I am thankful to IDFC FIRST Bank for giving me this scholarship and pushing me towards a better future. This has boosted my morale and uplifted my family condition.”

“Earning a scholarship, particularly a prestigious one, can distinguish you from your classmates and help you enjoy your educational experience fully. In order to pursue MBA in a college of my choice, where there is better scope and exposure, I required some financial assistance to cover the education costs. The IDFC First Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 of Rs. 2 lakhs have covered a significant part of my education cost, thus making my educational journey joyful.

I appreciate the support that IDFC FIRST Bank has provided for my education. By awarding me this scholarship, you have allowed me to focus on the most important aspect of MBA – learning.”

“I have a family of 3 members that includes my younger sibling and my father apart from me. My father works at a private firm and will be retiring shortly. Hence, there is a dearth of finances and an urgent need for me to get financially independent and strong. The IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 gave me the much-needed assurance to complete my MBA studies and pursue my goals. Thanks to this support, I had the motivation to take up an internship earlier than usual while pursuing my higher studies.

I would recommend everyone in my college and in my circle to apply for such scholarships. My heartiest wishes to IDFC FIRST bank for providing such a wonderful opportunity to the student community.”

“I belong to a lower-middle class family that cannot afford to pay for an MBA course. Presently, my father is the sole bread earner in the family and I would soon like to accompany him or even relieve him from his responsibilities. Hence, while planning to pursue an MBA, I sponsored my fee with the help of a bank loan. IDFC First Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 has proven instrumental in reducing my financial burden and even helped me undertake several certification courses and training that complement my MBA education.

Now I’m even more determined to follow my aim of providing a platform to farmers where they can get protected from the uncertainties of weather and the market. I cultivated this ambition on the very day I lost my uncle to suicide. He was a farmer in Maharashtra. IDFC FIRST Bank has acknowledged my endeavours and shown generosity by providing the necessary financial aid to accomplish my aspirations. Thankyou IDFC FIRST Bank!”

“I decided to leave my job and pursue an MBA for a brighter future. However, due to lack of savings, I couldn’t arrange for the funds on my own. My father is a retired serviceman and it would have unfair to ask for help. On the other hand, my husband could only afford to pay the first instalment of my MBA fee. Hence, the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship 2019-21 came as a respite.

I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank from the bottom of my heart for not only providing me with a financial boost, but also enhancing my confidence in the future possibilities.”

"My father owns a small clothing shop, which is the only source of income for our family. He manages to earn Rs. 15,000 to 20,000 a month, which is hardly enough to manage the household expenses. Even after his best efforts, my father was unable to afford my MBA fees, but since I want to become financially independent and help my family, pursuing this course was crucial for me.

Thankfully, IDFC FIRST Bank understood the needs of students like me and came up with this great scholarship initiative. Ever since I've won the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship, I have been able to concentrate on my studies instead of worrying about the next fee instalment. Thankyou IDFC FIRST Bank!"

"My father runs a small retail shop of footwear and my mother is a homemaker. I have an elder sister who is currently preparing for the civil services exam. Our shop doesn’t bring in a sufficient amount of income that can cater to my educational needs. That's why, I was in a serious need of some financial assistance to not put my MBA studies in jeopardy.

The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship has enabled me by making me pay for a huge part of my higher education independently. I appreciate the efforts of IDFC FIRST Bank in helping students who are ambitious and yet, in dire need of help. This scholarship has infused me with the passion to do better in life."

"While my father's income caters to the basic needs of our family, it cannot cater to luxury expenses including the ones on my higher education. Despite this, my father has always motivated us to do our best and as a result, my brother manages to study in Delhi at a good institute while taking care of his own needs.

The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship took care of a significant part of my MBA fees. This has enabled me in creating a future that I could not dream of before. I am thankful to IDFC FIRST Bank for providing me with such an opportunity and helping me in pursuing my dreams."

"My father owns a small retail garments shop and my mother is a homemaker. I also have a younger brother and a sister, who are both in higher secondary school. My father, being the sole earning member of the family, was unable to afford my MBA fees. Hence, I had to opt for an education loan. The IDFC FIRST Bank MBA scholarship 2019-21 helped in paying the remaining part of my college fees and I would forever be grateful for that.

This scholarship has resulted in me getting a better return on investment on my MBA programme. I feel fortunate enough for having received this prestigious scholarship and feel more confident about my future today."

"I was in a serious need of financial help for my higher studies. The IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship provided me with the opportunity of supporting my MBA studies on my own. I was able to pay my fees comfortably and the scholarship amount complemented my education loan in such a way that today, I do not need to worry about the next college fee instalment. Since my father is a small businessman and was unable to cater to my educational and financial needs, he is extremely grateful to IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me with this scholarship.

Students like me, who are trying to do their best in studies and even help their parents feel less burdened after receiving such help. Thankyou IDFC FIRST Bank!"

"My father has a small business which never provides us a definite monthly income. In spite of this, my MBA dreams were undeterred and I took an education loan to achieve my goals. However, the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship has made my journey much easier and has enabled me to fully concentrate on my present studies without worrying about the future.

I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for such a great philanthropic initiative. Their precious contribution to the students will not bring results in the present, but also be fruitful in to the future generations."

"I am from Mittupur, a village that is 20 kms away from Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh. My father is a farmer and my mother is a housewife. The financial condition of my family totally depends on agriculture. Currently, I am pursuing an MBA and for that, I had to take up a loan. But there are other expenses that need to be fulfilled like undertaking a certification course and staying expenses. This is where IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship truly came to my use.

This has directly as well as indirectly reduced my education loan burden. I feel proud and honoured after getting this scholarship. This financial aid will help me in fulfilling my parents long lost dreams. I appreciate this initiative taken by the IDFC FIRST Bank which is helping many students like me shine in studies and life."

"My father is retired banker and my mother is a housewife. Coming from a middle-class family I could not finance my own higher studies so had to rely on a bank loan. The scholarship made it a little easier for me to finance my MBA. Since I am financing my tuition fess through education loan, so this waivers off a part of it.

This award is my first scholarship and hence it’s even more special to me. I whole heartedly thank IDFC FIRST Bank for this initiative. It is a great gesture on their behalf to recognize the potential in a student and help them achieve their dreams."

"My family consists of my father who is a farmer, stay-at-home mother, and my elder brother and sister. Before joining this MBA programme, I gave away all y savings for the sake of my sister’s wedding. In my bid to take care of my family, I almost forgot to keep some money for my own daily expenses. Asking family was the last thing I wanted to do and started borrowing from friends. Thankfully, mid-way, I got the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship. For me this scholarship is will take care of my monthly expenses at XLRI.

I would like to say thanks to IDFC FIRST Bank for considering me for this scholarship and I really will strive to make the most out of it. When I told my mother about it, she said, “From childhood you used to assure me that you will get a scholarship for your higher studies so that we don’t have to go through any financial trouble. Finally, you achieved it."

"As I belong to a middle-class family, I felt that the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship would be a wonderful opportunity to sustain my higher studies. Now that I have been awarded his scholarship, I am realising how easy the life of me and my family has become.

This scholarship is truly a great support for my PG program and an inspiration to strive harder. Thank you very much for your consideration IDFC FIRST Bank."

"I’ve always had a clear vision about becoming a marketing manager in the field of digital marketing. This was possible to accomplish only through an MBA and hence, I decided to pursue this programme. My dad, being the only earning member in the family, was facing difficulty in coping up with my college fee. The IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship assisted a huge part of my MBA monetarily, relieving me and my family off our worries.

I am so thankful to IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me this scholarship and more importantly, lending me a helping hand to achieve my goals and dreams."

"I have taken an education loan worth 18 lakhs to fulfil my college and hostel fees. This doesn’t cover expenses like the electricity bill and food bill. Since my father, a cotton farmer, earns a yearly income of just Rs. 3.35 lacks, he can just provide for my stationery and book expenses.

The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship is really helping me a lot in completing my MBA and making my dream of being an MBA graduate come true. I thank IDFC FIRST Bank from my heart for this wonderful CSR initiative, that is helping students like me overcome their crisis situation. Even the whole process of applying for the scholarship is well-organised and structured. I laud IDFC FIRST Bank's efforts."

"My father, the only earning member in our family of 3, runs a garage that provides services like car maintenance and spray painting. This garage manages to bring in a mere Rs. 72,000 per month. Keeping in consideration our day to day expenses including the BSc studies of my sister, this earning cannot provide for my higher education. Because of this situation, I managed to complete my under graduation with the help of scholarships, and now that I have to bear my MBA expenses including my hostel and mess fees, the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship has come to my rescue.

By awarding this scholarship to students, IDFC FIRST Bank is making every possible effort to provide an equal chance to everybody, so that no one lags behind because of financial insufficiency. Thank you IDFC FIRST Bank. I will surely return this kindness back to society in some or other manner."

"Taking admission in TAPMI was not easy for me. My family has been facing a financial crisis, since my engineering days. We had a running business. However, since 2011, we started incurring losses and even had to sell off our property and move to a rented apartment. Since my engineering studies were jeopardised, I ended up completing my engineering with the help of an education loan, the EMI’s of which are still pending. Eventually, my dad decided to shut down our business and has retired. As of now, my sister is providing for our family and I have taken another education loan to pursue my MBA.

Winning the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship was a relief in such testing times. Organisations like the IDFC FIRST Bank should be lauded for their efforts towards making education a possibility for students like me. I assure you that this scholarship will not go in vain and I will put all my efforts in creating a better future for myself."

"I have five members in my family, including me, my parents and two sisters. My father is a pharmacist and my mother is a housewife. My elder sister is married and my younger sister has finished her B.com Honors this year from Delhi University. The fees of SCMHRD is huge and my father had to sell off his land to pay my fees. I needed this the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship to support my family. This scholarship has helped me in reducing the financial burden on my parents. As the first member in my family to pursue post-graduation, I understand the value of higher education and how it would impact my life.

By awarding me the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship, you have allowed me to focus more on the most important aspect of B-school - learning. Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community. Thankyou."

"My family consists of 4 members including me, my father who is a shopkeeper, my mother who is housemaker and my brother who is pursuing under graduation. After clearing one of the most difficult competitive exams, I got a chance to do an MBA in National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Mumbai. However, the MBA fees is around 12.5 lakh, which was impossible for me to pay by myself as our annual income is INR 60,000. So, I had to take a loan. IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship has helped me lessen my debt and will help me in taking online courses related to my studies.

I am honoured to be one of the recipients of the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship. Thanks to IDFC FIRST Bank for their generous support."

"My father is a farmer and my mother is a housewife. From childhood, I am a meritorious student who secured state-level 13th rank in 10th standard. I pursued my graduation from NIT Bhopal and got interested in getting an MBA. However, financial support was a necessity to achieve this dream since the fee of my institute is beyond my family income.

After getting the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship, I felt like my MBA would be a smooth ride. Thank you IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me this scholarship."

"My father is a teacher by professional and is the only earning member in the family. His earning has been hardly enough to suffice my educational needs, and the biggest challenge for my till now has been paying my MBA tuition fees. All my family resources were used to pay for half of my total fees of 12.5 lakhs.

The prestigious IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship came as a relief and reduced this financial burden greatly. It has allowed me to complete my degree in management successfully. I feel fortunate and privileged to be one of the prestigious IDFC First Bank MBA Scholarship recipients."

"My mom is a homemaker and my dad earn a living for us. After paying the college fees, it is very difficult for anyone to go for add-on certifications which is required in most of the cases. Hence, the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship came to me as a saviour to get these certifications and add value to my 2 years of post-graduation.

I would really like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for creating such a streamlined and transparent process and helping the students make the most out of these 2 years."

"Although my parents supported us through thick and thin, they were unable to bear our educational costs as their 3 children were growing up. That’s why, when I decided to pursue my higher studies, I took up student loans to pay for my tuition fee.

Soon after, I came to know about the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship and immediately applied for it. To my surprise, I got selected for it! I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for choosing to provide this financial aid to me. It’s more than I could have asked for. Thankyou!"

"My father is a farmer and my mother is a school teacher. I have a younger brother who is pursuing his bachelor’s degree. Having limited family resources, I had to take a loan to gain admission in a B-school. Since I need to perform well by hook or by crook, getting rid of this financial stress was important for me. The IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship has helped me gain confidence and ease my approach towards the completion of my MBA course. The scholarship amount will also cover the costs of extra courses that I plan to do, which will make me professionally even more viable. Thank you IDFC FIRST Bank!"

"I was born in a lower middle-class family. I am the youngest child in my family and my father is the sole bread earner. My father has till now provided for my education by borrowing money from our relatives. No matter what, he never stopped me from studying and even helped me take coaching from the best possible institute.

The scholarship amount given by IDFC FIRST Bank is nearly equal to my father’s yearly income. I took a 100% loan for my MBA but with the help of this scholarship, I will be able to complete my post-graduation from a top B-school. The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship is a power booster for an aspirant like me to set a high target for achieving the biggest milestone. Thankyou IDFC FIRST Bank!"

"I belong to a family consisting of 3 members - me, my mother and my sister. My mother is a school teacher in a government school. My sister is currently pursuing B.Tech and she is currently in the 2nd year. My father passed away in 2017. Since then my mother is the sole earner in the family. A scholarship from IDFC FIRST Bank has helped me in paying my academic fees and has therefore reduced the financial burden on my mother.

I am deeply honored to be the recipient of the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship. I want to thank the IDFC FIRST Bank team for taking such a noble initiative."

"I am the son of a farmer and the first-generation student in my family. I grew up in the small farming community in the Solapur district of Maharashtra. Doing MBA from the premier B-school is a very costly affair. It is tough for a financially weak student to take a decision despite excelling in the cut-throat competition. Also, there is a shortage of scholarships available for MBA courses. But with the help of IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship, I’ve been able to pay off my college fees. This financial aid has also helped me in getting out of classroom learning experiences like certifications, training, etc.

Thankyou IDFC FIRST Bank for using your social responsibility in such a noble way. It is really creating an impact that you intended for."

"I have 5 members in my family. My father is an auto driver. My mother is housewife. My elder brother is currently working at a bank and sister is married. I am the youngest one in family. Collectively our family income is enough for daily household expenses. However, my educational expenses could not be fulfilled. That’s why I needed the IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship. This scholarship not only helped me in bearing my MBA expenses but in grabbing other opportunities like various academic events.

I thank IDFC FIRST Bank for considering me for this scholarship. For a student, choosing MBA is really big decision not only career wise but also from the point of view of finances. By giving us such handsome amount of scholarship, you are encouraging us to do more in our lives."

"I belong to a middle-class family and my family consists of my parents and younger sister, apart from me. My father is working as a supervisor in a private company, while my mother is a housewife and my sister is pursuing her under graduation degree. My father is the sole bread earner of my family. So, IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship has helped me a lot in paying my MBA college fees, reducing the burden on my father. I’ve also been able to meet the ancillary expenses related to my education.

I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for providing scholarships to management students. This help is life changing!"

"My father was a farmer who passed away when I was 18-months-old. I am the younger sibling and my brother works in the farmlands to sustain our daily expenses. Irrespective of her poverty and illiteracy, my mother raised me with ethics, culture and education. To help my family and follow my interest, I did my diploma from a top polytechnic college in AP and then my graduation from a university completely sponsored by Govt. of Andhra Pradesh. However, do pursue an MBA, I needed financial support so that I’m able to move forward with courage and the satisfaction of making my family burden-free. IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship did exactly that and much more.

I thank the IDFC FIRST Bank family, especially its CSR team for encouraging students like us to continue their journey without any breaks."

"I belong to a family of 4 people which includes my parents and my younger sister. My mother is a home maker, and my sister has completed her graduation in fashion designing recently. My father was the sole bread earner of the family until he got paralyzed due to brain haemorrhage almost 15 years ago. After that, my sister and I completed our schooling and graduation degrees purely on merit scholarships which have been an essential building block in my career. For MBA too, I took an education loan of Rs. 25 lakhs, but then, thankfully, the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship came as a relief and helped me a lot by reducing the burden of the loan.

Any amount of gratitude will be less for IDFC FIRST Bank for their cause of helping students. Thankyou!"

"I come from a lower middle-class family. My father works at the State Transport (ST) of Nagpur as a bus conductor. I lost my mother recently during the time of my MBA entrance exams. My entire educational expenses have been borne by my maternal grandparents as my parents were unable to provide quality education to me owing to their financial limitations. Having worked for over a year, I had saved some money for higher education too. However, it wasn’t enough, and I had to take an education loan for payment of my first-year fees.

IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship coupled with my savings has eliminated my need for taking up additional loan. I feel privileged to have been selected for the prestigious scholarship as I can now focus on my education without any stress. I would like to thank the entire CSR team of IDFC FIRST Bank for taking up this initiative of funding the higher education of future leaders."

"The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship has definitely provided me a helping hand to successfully complete my MBA from NITIE Mumbai. I lost my father when I was in class 12th. After that, the family situation worsened and all the responsibilities of education of my own and my elder sister fell upon the shoulders of my mother who is a housewife. My mother somehow managed to collect the amount after borrowing money from her brother-in-law’s. Hence, in such adverse situations, this IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship came as a boon.

The best thing about this scholarship is that it does not differentiate between students based on caste, creed or religion. Instead, it rises above all and provides scholarship to students based on their talent and need. I am very grateful to the IDFC FIRST Bank for providing me this scholarship."

"My father is a businessman and my mother is a house wife. My brother is pursuing engineering from NIT Jamshedpur. Coming from a middle-class background, the IDFC FIRST Bank scholarship has done enough to provide a boost to my desire to pursue higher education. This scholarship has provided me an opportunity to pursue my education without fretting about the post-graduation fees finances involved.

I am honoured to be one of the recipients of the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship. Thanks for your generous support."

"I have a family of 5. My father is a retired employee of Oil India Limited (Transport Department) and my mother is a homemaker. My elder sister is working while my younger brother is studying. I was in need of a scholarship to be debt free and support my MBA education. The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship helped me in overcoming all the financial challenges and pursue my education without a worry.

I would like to convey my gratitude to IDFC FIRST Bank for thinking of me as worthy for this scholarship. This financial aid has proved to be of great help to me."

"I belong to the lower middle-class family, where my mother is a house-maker and my father is a property dealer agent. It becomes very hard for a student to pursue his/her career while being deficient of money. For an MBA, apart from tuition fees, there are many things that need to be taken care of, like managing daily spending (especially in Mumbai), certifications which become mandatory to gain practical knowledge about management subjects. To fulfil these requirements additional money is necessary and IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship has come as a great relief.

IDFC FIRST Bank has taken a great initiative to help the needy students achieve their career goals. I am very thankful for considering me worthy of this scholarship. This scholarship meant a lot to me."

"I come from a middle-class family. My late father was a CA and mother is a housewife. The importance and value of education was instilled in me right from my childhood and hence, I have always focused on my studies and have always featured amongst top students, along with actively participating in extra-curricular activities. My family has always given me the freedom to pursue my dreams. However, when I decided to go for management education, financial factor was a big consideration. But my family supported and motivated me to go for it.

The IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship has helped me pay a significant part of my MBA fee. I would like to thank IDFC FIRST Bank for awarding me this scholarship and hope it keeps working for the welfare of the society in different ways."

"I planned to do an MBA 2 years ago and even calculated the amount of loan that I would need to take. As per my estimate, a full-time MBA would cost Rs. 6 lakhs. However, by the time I took admission, the fees had more than doubled to almost Rs. 14 lakhs! Nevertheless, I decided to take the leap with the help of a student loan. During this time, I came across an advertisement (on the Buddy4Study platform) on the IDFC FIRST Bank Scholarship. Without a further thought, I applied for it and ended up winning it!

Thanks to IDFC FIRST Bank, paying my MBA is not a big worry anymore. I feel like a big burden has been lifted from my shoulders."