Next Genius Scholarship
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The Next Genius Scholarship or NextGen scholarship is an opportunity for Indian students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree in a US institution. Knowing how costly it is to study in USA, the scholarships offer partial or full-tuition fee waivers to the recipients.
- For the Next Genius scholarship 2026-2027, the foundation hopes to award 100 Indian students.
- Scholarships are awarded for the entire duration of the bachelor program in the chosen US university.
- Renewability of the NextGen scholarship depends upon the recipient's academic performance in the previous academic cycle.
- Eligible applicants must have completed their high school senior levels in India only.
- Selections take place in two levels: Online Critical Thinking Test and Personal Interview
In order to apply for the NextGenius scholarship 2026, eligible applicants need to complete a separate application form before January 1, 2026.
Highlights
| Scholarship Type | Merit-Based, Tuition-Fee-Waiver |
| Offered by | N/A |
| Organization | N/A |
| Application Deadline | Jan 01 ,2026 |
| Number of Scholarships | 200 |
| Amount | ₹3,624,800 ($40,000) |
| Renewability | No |
| International Student Eligible | Yes |
| Scholarship Website Link | https://www.next-genius.com/ |
| Online Application Link | https://www.next-genius.com/register |
Eligibility Criteria
To receive the Next Genius Scholarship, applicants must meet the eligibility requirements listed below:
- Academic Qualification: High school senior or in grade XII
- Students who are currently in their gap year are also eligible to apply.
- Citizenship:
- Indian citizen
- OCI Card Holders
- Foreign nationals living in India
- Critical Thinking Ability: Strong problem-solving skills in both academic and non-academic atmosphere.
- Personal Vision: work for the welfare of the society and must desire to study abroad.
- Soft Skills: Team spirit, communication skills
- Financial Capability: Students should be able to pay for living and other expenses while studying in USA.
Application Process
Students who want to secure the benefits Next Genius Scholarship Program, you need to complete the application process before January 1, 2026.
- Register and provide the following details
- Email address & Student Name
- Personal Details like Mobile No. & Citizenship
- Academic qualification like grades, curriculum, school
- NextGenius Registration Payment ID
- Pay the registration fee of 700 INR.
Once the online registration process is complete, the potential scholars have to complete the profile. The entire application timeline for NextGen Scholarship 2023 is tabulated below:
| Steps | Event |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Next Genius Registration |
| Step 2 | Profiling & College Selection |
| Step 3 | College Application Deadline: January 1, 2026 |
| Step 4 | Scholarship Interview: January 17, 2026 |
| Step 5 | College Enrollment: April 1, 2026 |
Therefore, the entire application-portion of the NextGen Scholarship program is to be completed before the month of January only.
Selection Process
Applicants have to undergo a selection process that will test their abilities and skills and allow the NextGenius Scholarship to find the best fit for the scholarship.
The selection process will take place in two levels:
- Level I: Online critical thinking test assesses the student’s ability to think critically and to solve complex problems within a given timeframe.
- Shortlisted students will be provided with scholarship details and asked about their college of preference.
- Level II: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to Mumbai for a personal interview and award ceremony where the winners are publically awarded their scholarship certificates.
Note: Students are required to show proof of application form of their preferred US college.
Grant Details
The Next Genius Scholarship scholarship, worth 10 million USD, is a chance for Indian students to pursue higher education in the USA. The students must be planning to pursue a four-year undergraduate degree at one of the following universities:
| Beloit College | Centre College | Ithaca College |
| Juniata College | Knox College | Lynn College |
| Millsaps College | Muhlenberg College | Northwestern University in Qatar |
| Ohio Wesleyan University | Syracuse University | TCU |
| The University of South | Union College | Wheaton College |
The Foundation seeks outstanding students for the Next Genius Scholarship who have exceptional academic skills, critical thinking abilities, possess soft skills, have personal awareness, and personal vision.
Contact Details
+91 9167787851
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