Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2025–26 Application Open, it is a CSR initiative of Haleon India — makers of Sensodyne — delivered in partnership with Buddy4Study (B4S) and the Indian Dental Association (IDA). The scholarship supports deserving first-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students studying in government or government-aided colleges across India who face financial challenges. As part of Haleon India’s effort to expand access to oral-health education, selected scholars receive financial support of ₹2,00,000, paid as ₹50,000 annually over four years, to help cover academic and living expenses.
Please read the complete article to learn about the details like scholarship Funding Amount, Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process and apply before deadline.
Last Date of Application: 20th January 2026
Overview of Sponsors for Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2025–26
About Haleon
Haleon is a global leader in consumer healthcare, recognized for its portfolio of trusted, category-defining brands and its mission to improve everyday health for people around the world. Haleon India — formerly GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare — operates as a fast-growing consumer healthcare company with offerings across Oral Health, Pain Relief, Respiratory Health, Digestive Health, and Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS). Brands such as Sensodyne, Eno, Iodex, Otrivin, Crocin, Polident, Parodontax, and Centrum are widely relied upon to support daily health and wellbeing. Guided by science and a deep understanding of consumer needs, Haleon focuses on innovations that meaningfully improve quality of life.
About the Indian Dental Association (IDA)
The Indian Dental Association (IDA), a key advocate for oral health in India, is committed to nurturing talented students aspiring to become skilled dental professionals. The Association supports hardworking learners from financially challenged backgrounds who embody its mission of “Improving oral health and quality of life.” IDA serves as the official Knowledge Partner for the Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme.
About Give Grants
Haleon India collaborates with Give Grants to manage and implement its CSR initiatives. Give Grants works with companies, philanthropies, and high-net-worth individuals to help them create measurable social impact. Leveraging technology and a strong network of more than 3,000 vetted non-profit organizations, the platform supports every stage of the grant-making cycle, making it easier, compliant, and more effective for over 300 partners.
Eligibility
(Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2025–26)
- Open to students in their first year of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program
- PAN India students are eligible to apply
- Students from government colleges or government-aided colleges who have been awarded a government seat in their respective colleges.
- Note: Explicit documentation will be required to prove the same.
- Student must have scored a minimum of 60% marks in their previous class/semester.
- Students whose family income from all sources is not more than INR 8,00,000 p.a. are eligible.
- Note: A certificate not older than 2 years will be required.
- Students who are currently receiving any other scholarship are not eligible to apply.
- Children of employees of Haleon, Give Grants, and Buddy4Study are not eligible
Note: Once selected, the Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholars must maintain a minimum 60% score in each semester/year to continue with the scholarship renewal.
Benefits
(Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2025–26)
Scholarship of ₹50,000 per year for 4 years.
Note: The scholarship can be utilised only for academic expenses such as tuition fees, hostel fees, food, internet, mobile, laptop, books, stationery, online learning, etc.
Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph of the applicant
- Marksheet of the last academic year or semester
- Government-issued ID proof (Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN Card)
- Proof of current admission (Fee Receipt, Admission Letter, Institution ID Card, or Bonafide Certificate)
- Family income proof (Income Certificate issued by local authorities, EWS Certificate, or latest Income Tax Return)
- Bank account details of the applicant or their parent/guardian
Note: Starting from the second year, the scholars must submit an academic grade report of the last exam passed and a character certificate from their college to be eligible for the scholarship in subsequent years.
How to apply?
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
- Log in to Buddy4Study with your registered ID and land on the ‘Application Form Page’.
- If not registered, register at Buddy4Study with your Email/Mobile number/Google account.
- You will now be redirected to the ‘Sensodyne IDA Shining Star Scholarship Programme 2025-26’ application form page.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button to begin the application process.
- Fill in the required details in the online application form.
- Upload relevant documents.
- Accept the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and click on ‘Preview’.
- If all the details filled in by the applicant are correctly showing on the preview screen, click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the application process.
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