The academic cycle of the GSK Scholars Program 2026, one of GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited’s (GSK Pharma) flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, is open for applications. The program will cater to first-year MBBS students who are academically excellent and poor in government medical colleges in India.
In line with the national goal of improving the national health infrastructure and advancing STEM education in India, the scholarship will provide financial support of up to 1,00,000 annually over 4.5 years, helping to ease the cost burden of education in medical courses. The program has so far empowered over 300 MBBS scholars and shows how GSK is determined to provide equal access to medical education.
GSK Scholars Program 2026 Overview
Scholarship Name: GSK Scholars Program
Eligibility: First year MBBS college of state medical college
Required Marks: 65% in Class 12th
Family Income Limit: Less than 6,00,000 per annum
Duration: 4.5 years
Deadline: January 11, 2026
GSK Scholars Program 2026 – Last Date and Highlights
Deadline for applications: January 11, 2026
Amount of Scholarship: 100,000 per annum
Duration: 4.5 years
Eligibility Criteria: First-year MBBS student in the Government Medical College
Note: Educational and maintenance of living costs
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must fulfil the following requirements to apply.
- First year MBBS course in the Government Medical College.
- Class 12 Board Examination: Minimum 65 per cent marks.
- Total annual family income of less than 6,00,000.
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- They do not qualify as children of GSK Pharma employees.
- Such conditions will ensure that qualified MBBS students who have a genuine financial need can be reached.
Scholarship benefits
The GSK Scholars Program is offering:
Up to 100,000 per annum, renewable over a period of 4.5 years.
Coverage includes:
Tuition fees charges
Examination fees are paid
learning materials and books.
There are hostel fees
the expense of food
educational workshops and seminars.
The rest of the money (just in case something happens) can be used for:
stationery items
Online learning resources
Internet/data pack bills
This total financial aid will lighten the burden on families and allow students to focus on medical training.
Required Documents
Applicants are expected to upload the following documents at the time of online submission:
Government-issued ID (Voter ID / Driving License / PAN Card).
Proof of current year enrollment in college.
Admission Card / Bonafide Certificate/Institution Identity Card.
Receipt of all first-year MBBS fees.
Certificate / Family Income Certificate.
Class 10th and Class 12th marksheets.
Bank account information of the applicant.
New size passport photo.
Optional (if applicable):
Parental Death Certificate (where one parent, orphan, etc.)
Disability Certificate (in case of PWD applicant) 1.1.
How to apply for the GSK Scholars Program
- Check out the official scholarship portal.
- Explore the GSK Scholars Program.
- Review instructions and eligibility criteria.
- Apply Now and click Register/Login.
- Complete personal, educational and income information.
- Post the necessary documents.
- Submit applications by January 11, 2026
- Keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Important links
Apply for a GSK Scholar: Click here
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