New Delhi, April 14, 2025 — In a move that strengthens its commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators, Ernst & Young (EY) India has announced the launch of the EY Scholarship 2025 — a prestigious initiative that blends financial reward with real-world learning. With a generous ₹1 lakh scholarship and a two-month internship at EY India, the program is open to ambitious undergraduate students who demonstrate entrepreneurial potential and a drive to build a better working world.

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This annual initiative, now in its seventh edition, continues to draw attention from colleges across the country due to its unique blend of recognition, opportunity, and mentorship.


Building Future-Ready Talent

The EY Scholarship program isn’t just another student grant — it’s a forward-thinking effort to align youth talent with the challenges of a changing global economy. The central theme of the program, “Building a Better Working World,” encourages students to think creatively about how to solve real-world problems through business acumen and social innovation.

Participants are expected to submit a seven-slide PowerPoint presentation proposing a business idea — either profit or nonprofit — that tackles a pressing issue in society or industry. This model has proven to be a game-changer, as it allows students to showcase not just theoretical knowledge but also practical thinking and vision.


What’s on Offer?

The rewards of the EY Scholarship go beyond the headline figure of ₹1 lakh. The full suite of benefits includes:

  • ₹1 Lakh Financial Award: A one-time grant awarded to each of the top 10 selected scholars, with no strings attached — students can use the money to support their education, invest in their ideas, or enhance their personal development.

  • Prestigious Internship: Scholars will also secure a two-month internship with EY India, gaining exposure to one of the world’s top professional services firms. During the internship, students will work on real business projects, receive mentorship from industry leaders, and network with peers and professionals across departments.

  • Digital Learning and Credentials: EY Scholars receive access to exclusive learning modules on topics like personal branding, innovation, and leadership. Participants also earn digital credentials that can be showcased on LinkedIn or resumes.

  • Participation Certificates: All eligible students who complete the learning module — “A Brand Called YOU” — will receive certificates, adding value to their professional profiles.


Who Can Apply?

One of the defining features of the EY Scholarship is its inclusivity. The program is open to all full-time undergraduate students across India, regardless of academic stream or year of study. Whether you’re studying commerce, engineering, arts, or science — if you have a vision and a viable idea, you’re welcome to participate.

There is no minimum GPA requirement or entrance test. The only condition is that students submit original ideas that align with the central theme and reflect their unique perspectives.


Application Timeline

The application process is entirely online and straightforward:

  1. Registration: Students must register on the official EY Scholarship portal.
  2. Submission: Upload a seven-slide business presentation (PPT) detailing your idea. File size should not exceed 5 MB.
  3. Shortlisting: EY experts will evaluate submissions and select the top 50 finalists.
  4. Interviews & Finals: Finalists will pitch their ideas to a jury comprising senior EY professionals.
  5. Winners Announcement: The top 10 students will be declared EY Scholars and awarded the full package.

Important Date: Applications must be submitted by April 15, 2025.


A Launchpad for Young Visionaries

Over the years, the EY Scholarship has helped launch dozens of students into successful careers. Previous recipients have gone on to secure full-time roles at EY, pursue higher studies abroad, or even launch startups based on their scholarship-winning ideas.

Ritika Sharma, an EY Scholar from the 2023 cohort, shared: “The experience gave me the confidence to speak in front of senior leaders, refine my idea, and turn it into a small social enterprise. The mentorship during the internship was as valuable as the scholarship money.”

With the 2025 edition, EY hopes to continue this tradition of impact, identifying students who not only think outside the box but are willing to step into it and make change happen.


Final Thoughts

The EY Scholarship 2025 isn’t just a reward — it’s an invitation. An invitation to young Indian students to challenge the status quo, bring fresh ideas to the table, and take their first bold steps into the professional world.

As India’s job market evolves and competition increases, programs like these offer more than academic validation. They provide a bridge — from classroom learning to corporate experience, from student potential to professional impact.

If you’re a student with a dream to change the world, a bold idea, and a hunger to learn — this is your moment.

Apply now and become an EY Scholar. Your journey to building a better working world begins here.