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Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana or KVPY is a national-level scholarship program for students conducted  by Indian Institute of Science(IISc) Bangalore for students studying in class 11th, 12th & UG Science courses.

This exam has 3 streams: SA, SX and SB.

Kvpy scholarship amount:

• SA/SX/SB- during 1st to 3rd years of UG/PG courses: Rs. 5,000/Month + Rs. 20000/annum
• SA/SX/SB – during M. Sc. / 4th to 5th years of Integrated M.Sc. /M.S./M.Math./M.Stat.: Rs.7,000/month + + Rs. 28000/annum

Eligibility criteria for:

Kvpy SA stream: Candidates must have an aggregate 75% (65% for SC/ST/PWD) in Maths and Science subjects in 10th Board Exam.

Kvpy SX stream: Candidates must have an aggregate 75% (65% for SC/ST/PWD) in Maths and science subjects in class 10th exams.

KVPY SB Stream:Candidates must have an aggregate 60% (50% for SC/ST/PWD) in Maths and science subjects in class 12th exams.

Kvpy exam helps the students in their  academic potential; encourage them to take up research careers in Science, and ensure the growth of the best scientific minds for research.

It is prestigious to obtain a badge of KVPY scholar. You can get admission to top institutes like  IISERs, IIIT Hyderabad, IISc. After you clear KVPY, you will get monthly and yearly scholarship during your basic science course. If you are a JEE aspirant, this exam is a good opportunity to test your understanding and logical skills.

There are no disadvantages.

You can also visit this link for more information:

https://school.careers360.com/exams/kvpy

Hope it helps.

All the best for your future.