10 Students Awarded Fully Funded Global Education at GIIS Through Flagship Scholarship Programme
Durgapur; July 10, 2025: To celebrate talent, ambition and potential, Global Indian International School (GIIS) hosted a grand felicitation ceremony on July 9, 2025, at Aerocity, Delhi, to celebrate the latest cohort of Global Citizen Scholarship (GCS) recipients. This marked the 18th edition of the prestigious GCS programme.
This year’s cohort includes 10 exceptional students—eight from India and two from the Middle East—recognised for their outstanding academic accomplishments, leadership abilities, and dedication to excellence.
Established in 2008, the GCS is GIIS’s flagship initiative, embodying the institution’s commitment to educational equity and quality. The scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees, boarding, and living expenses for the crucial senior secondary education years (Grades 11 and 12), enabling scholars to thrive at GIIS SMART Campus, Singapore. Known for its world-class infrastructure, top-tier facilities, and highly skilled teaching staff, GIIS offers students the choice between the CBSE and IBDP curricula. Under this flagship programme, students also receive boarding, lodging, and a generous stipend, with zero tuition fees for the entire duration. The total investment amounts to Rs 1 crore per student for two years, fully funded by the GCS programme.
“The Global Citizen Scholarship goes beyond financial support; it empowers dreams,” remarked Mr Pramod Tripathi, Director, Academic, Global Schools Group. “We are investing in future leaders—students with vision, drive, and a commitment to not only excel in their careers but also make meaningful contributions to society. We take pride in supporting young minds who dare to think globally and act purposefully.”
Each recipient underwent a rigorous multi-phase evaluation process that assessed not only academic performance but also leadership potential, community engagement, problem-solving skills, and a dedication to driving positive change.
One of the recipients, Nishtha Nirmita Mahanta from Moran Town, Assam, reflecting on the impact of the scholarship, shared, “This opportunity has transformed my life trajectory. It’s more than studying at a prestigious institution; it’s about being part of a global community that encourages us to dream big, aim high, and serve well.”
The ceremony, attended by students, parents, and dignitaries, underscored the transformative power of education and reaffirmed GIIS’s commitment to creating opportunities for talented students worldwide, regardless of background or location.
“With each new cohort, the Global Citizen Scholarship redefines what’s possible when opportunity meets potential,” stated Mr Rajeev Koul, Deputy COO, Global Schools Group. “As these 10 bright scholars embark on their journey, they carry not only the aspirations of their families and communities but also the enduring values of leadership, empathy, and excellence instilled by GIIS.”
About Global Citizen Scholarship
Global Citizen Scholarship (GCS) is a prestigious, fully funded scholarship provided by Global Indian International School (GIIS) to highly deserving students, irrespective of their location, school, family background, etc. Launched in 2008 the initiative has helped hundreds of students from various parts of India to avail international education at the Singapore campus of GIIS offering an unparalleled opportunity and learning experience to the selected students.
The goal is to nurture the students as global citizens of the future and provide them with better access to reputable universities across the world. The scholarship funds the cost of education, living & boarding, and travel expenses at the GSG schools’ location for 2 Years for students who wish to complete Grade 11 and 12 on any of the campuses. Since 2020, more campuses have been added to this scheme, with the aim to widen the spectrum and help students to benefit from this prestigious scholarship. With this, students can select their campus for studies at Singapore and India, this gives the candidates a jump start in their higher education and career growth.
