KEF Knowledge Quest Scholarship 2026
KEF Knowledge Quest Scholarship 2026
The KEF Knowledge Quest Scholarship 2026–27 is an initiative by the Kerala Educational Foundation (KEF) aimed at identifying, recognizing, and rewarding young academic talent across Kerala. The program offers financial awards, trophies, and certificates to meritorious students from Class 5 to Class 10 through a structured scholarship examination. The initiative promotes academic excellence, leadership exposure, and community development while encouraging participation from schools across all districts of Kerala.
Documents Required
Applicants submit the following documents:
  • Student Registration Form
  • School Details
  • Identity Proof
  • Fee Payment Receipt
  • Eligibility Criteria
    Applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Applicants must be students studying in Classes 5 to 7 (Junior Scholars) or Classes 8 to 10 (Senior Scholars).
  • Students from Government, Aided, Private, CBSE, and ICSE schools across Kerala are eligible to participate.
  • The examination is open to students across all 14 districts of Kerala.
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    List of Benefits
    Stage 1: State Excellence Awards:
  • Kerala Top 1 – 50,000 + Trophy + Certificate of Recognition
  • Kerala Top 2 (2 Students) – 25,000 + Trophy + Certificate
  • Kerala Top 3 (3 Students) – 15,000 + Trophy + Certificate
  • Kerala Top 4 (4 Students) – 10,000 + Trophy + Certificate
  • Kerala Top 5 (5 Students) – 5,000 + Trophy + Certificate
    Elite Achievers (District-Level Recognition):
  • 100 Students – 1,000 + Trophy + Certificate
  • 1000 Students – 500 + Trophy + Certificate
    Stage 3: Rising Star Awards:
  • 500 Students – Trophy + Certificate of Achievement
  • 500 Students – Certificate of Appreciation
    Participation Recognition:
  • Certificate of Participation for all participants
  • School Excellence Recognition
  • Top 5 Performing Schools – 10,000 + Trophy + Certificate
  • Top 5 Student Participating Schools – 5,000 + Trophy + Certificate
    Additional Benefits:
  • Opportunity to become a KEF Knowledge Ambassador
  • Leadership exposure opportunities
  • 1000 free entries for deserving students (school-recommended)
  • 10 free entries per participating school
  • Exam Details
  • Mode: Online (Mobile or Laptop)
  • Duration: 60 Minutes
    Exam Dates:
  • July 11, 2026 – Senior Scholars (Class 8–10)
  • December 1, 2026 – Junior Scholars (Class 5–7)
    Registration Fee:
  • Actual Fee: 499
  • KEF Scholarship Subsidy: 200
  • Final Payable Fee: 299
  • Contact Details
    For any queries, reach out to:
    Phone No.: 9633343332
    Email ID: [email protected]
    How To Apply
    Follow the below steps to apply for the program:
    1. Visit Our Official Website.
    2. Read carefully all the information about the program details.
    3. Click on the "Register" to complete the registration with required details.
    4. After successful registration, Use the received credentials to log into your account.
    5. Once logged in, Click on the "Apply" button.
    6. You will be directed to the application form. Fill in all the required details accurately.
    7. Prepare the necessary documents as specified in the application requirements.
    8. Upload these documents in the designated sections of the application form.
    9. Before submitting, review all the information you have provided.
    10. After that, Click on the "Submit” button to submit your application.
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    KEF Knowledge Quest Scholarship 2026
    SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER
    Kerala Educational Foundation
    APPLICATION DEADLINE
    30 June
    EDUCATION LEVEL
    Class 1 to 6
    Class 7 to 9
    Class 10
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    The KEF Knowledge Quest Scholarship 2026–27 is an initiative by the Kerala Educational Foundation (KEF) aimed at identifying, recognizing, and rewarding young academic talent across Kerala. The program offers financial awards, trophies, and certificates to meritorious students from Class 5 to Class 10 through a structured scholarship examination. The initiative promotes academic excellence, leadership exposure, and community development while encouraging participation from schools across all districts of Kerala.