Dear Community Members,

We are excited to announce the opening of applications for the ANTA Collegiate Scholarship 2025, a dedicated initiative to support promising students from Nepal’s Terai region who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE). This scholarship represents more than just financial assistance; it is a beacon of hope, empowerment, and opportunity for talented youth facing economic challenges.

As we begin this impactful journey, approximately 50 students will be awarded the ANTA Collegiate Scholarship, and 5 students will receive the ‘Sushil & Manju Karna ANTA Collegiate Scholarship’, made possible through the generous support of sponsors such as Pankaj Karna and Dilip Karna. We are also honored to have ANTA founder Mr. Lalit Jha sponsor 10 deserving students for the ANTA Collegiate Scholarship, further strengthening our shared commitment to empowering the next generation. Each selected student will receive a scholarship amount of at least NPR 10,000, aimed at easing the financial burden as they pursue further studies.

We warmly invite all eligible students to apply and encourage community members, organizations, and well-wishers to support or partner with us in this noble cause. Together, we can ensure that no student is denied an education due to financial hardship. Let us come together to invest in brighter futures and build a stronger, more inclusive community.

Eligibility Criteria –

Applicants must meet all of the following:

Appeared for the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) 2025 as a public high school student in Nepal’s Terai region.

Committed to providing a copy of their SEE 2025 marksheet and to pursuing further study.
Demonstrated academic excellence, with a strong performance in SEE exams.
Submit an essay of about 500 words on one of the given topics.

Required Documents & Information –

Essay: Attach your essay in a Word Document (about 500 words).
Personal/Academic Information: Applicant Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Home Address, Contact Number, Email, Parent/Guardian Name, Parent/Guardian Contact, Number of Family Members, High School Name, School Address, and Name of ANTA Member (if you know).

Supporting Documents:
Copy of SEE Exam Admit Card.
Copy of Birth Certificate.
Copy of SEE Mark Sheet (when available).

Submission Options –

You may apply in one of the following ways:

Online: www.terai.org/antacollegiatescholarship2025
Email: Send all your “Required Documents & Information” outlined above to
[email protected] OR [email protected]
Subject: “Application for ANTA Collegiate Scholarship 2025 – [Your Name]”

Selection Criteria –

Applications will be evaluated based on:
Academic Performance in SEE, especially in core subjects.

Financial Need, priority given to students from low-income families, based on household size, parental occupation, and living conditions.

Essay Quality, should reflect clarity, originality, sincerity, and a strong sense of purpose toward education and community impact. Commitment to Education, clear intention to continue higher study in any stream, with future goals. Community Involvement, in school or local activities, leadership roles, or community service will be considered a plus. Additional consideration may be given to students from underrepresented communities, remote areas, or those who are first-generation learners.

Note: The decision of the ANTA Scholarship Committee will be final.

Key Dates to Remember –

Application Deadline: May 31, 2025

Shortlisting of Applicants: Approximately two weeks after the publication of the SEE 2025 results (Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for additional documents or clarifications.) Scholarship Results Announcement: Approximately two weeks after shortlisting (via email) Note: Dates for shortlisting and result announcements may be adjusted based on the official publication date of the SEE 2025 results. Any updates will be communicated via email or posted on www.terai.org and ANTA Facebook Page.