RD SETHNA SCHOLARSHIPS

The R D Sethna Scholarship Fund conducts one of India’s oldest and well-respected loan scholarship programmes, assisting outstanding and deserving Indian students of all communities. The loan scholarship programme was initiated, in or around 1938, after the demise of Mr. Rustom D. Sethna, a Parsi Zoroastrian Indian philanthropist. Mr. Sethna’s approach to philanthropy was, during his lifetime, directed to the specific cause of higher education, for the promotion and encouragement of scientific, technical, industrial and commercial instruction or education, in ways beneficial to society. After his demise, his philanthropy lives on, as reflected in the work of the R D Sethna Scholarship Fund. The loan scholarship programme encapsulates the noble ideals of Mr. R. D. Sethna for granting financial assistance to Indian students to broaden their academic interests and, in turn, benefit the Nation. The R D Sethna Scholarships are investments in young citizens, to empower the pursuit of their academic interests and careers. The loan scholarships are granted on the basis of meritorious performance, to facilitate payment of tuition fees, academic material and related expenses for enhancing the education experience. The offices of the Trust are located at Esplanade House in Mumbai which is a Grade II-A Heritage Structure owned by the Trust. The iconic building was constructed by Jamsetji N. Tata between 1885 -1887, and was used as his residence, prior to its ownership being transferred to Mr. R. D. Sethna. It is a matter of pride that the vision of Mr. R. D. Sethna and Jamsetji N. Tata for the cause of education for all Indians, has and continues to, benefit a brighter and better India. The Chief Executive administers all aspects of the R D Sethna Scholarships and processes the applications as per the terms and conditions determined by the Trustees.​​​​​​​