Buddy4Study India Foundation
Facilitates access to scholarships and streamlining the application process to make quality education more accessible for all in India
- Bronze Certified 2023
- 80G
- 12A
About
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Headquarters
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
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Since
2017
Buddy4Study India Foundation is committed to addressing the challenge of unemployability in India by facilitating access to higher education opportuni Read moreties. Since 2011, it has been connecting scholarship providers with students through its comprehensive platform. With a focus on tackling financial barriers and a lack of information about funding schemes, Buddy4Study aims to empower over 1 million students by matching them with suitable scholarships from around the world. It serves as a vital resource for both scholarship seekers and providers, offering a user-friendly interface and comprehensive support throughout the application process. As India's largest scholarship network, Buddy4Study strives to make quality education accessible to all. Founded by alumni from prestigious institutions like IIT, IIM, and BITS Pilani, it aggregates global scholarship information and provides end-to-end support for both students and providers. With a vision to ensure affordable quality education for everyone, Buddy4Study simplifies the scholarship accessibility process for students while streamlining the disbursement process for providers, ultimately contributing to a more educated and skilled workforce in India.
Cause Area
Impact
Buddy4Study Foundation has supported 55,000 students, disbursed a fund of 207 crore rupees, and engaged with a total of 5,008,073 registered users, making a significant impact in educational assistance.
Programs
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Career Assessment Programme
The Career Assessment Programme offered by Buddy4Study India Foundation includes Career Buddy, a psychometric assessment tool designed to help individuals make informed career decisions. Through this programme, individuals can identify their skills, interests, and personality traits, enabling them to discover their true potential and make smarter career choices aligned with their strengths and interests. It guides individuals in understanding their abilities, preferences, and behavioural tendencies, empowering them to pursue career paths that resonate with their unique characteristics.
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Education Loan Programme
Buddy4Study India Foundation's Education Loan Programme, in collaboration with various banks and NBFCs, aims to support students pursuing higher education in India or abroad. Through this initiative, students can access collateral-free* education loans of up to ₹40 Lakh with competitive interest rates starting from 8.1%, tailored repayment options, flexible tenures, and potential income tax benefits. It enables students to finance their academic aspirations with ease and without financial concerns, ensuring they can pursue their desired courses at their chosen institutions.
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
100+
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAHCB2666B
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Registration ID
U80101DL2017NPL318385
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VO ID / Darpan ID
UP/2018/0202647
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12A
AAHCB2666BE20221
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80G
AAHCB2666BF20214
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Section 8 (formerly Section 25)