Your donation will be disbursed directly to the deserving student’s bank account or to their educational institution, based on the donor’s preference.

You can donate though online banking or directly from your bank debit/credit card.

KindCircle is backed with close to 4.5 million registered students on Buddy4Study.com. Your contribution will reach to the most deserving students selected through a multi-layered process after due verification of students. At KindCircle, we also bring you

• Transparency in fund-usage
• Technology-driven automated processes
• Regular student tracking

Yes. A single Circle can host multiple initiatives—for example, separate support for school students, UG/PG scholars, or professional courses. Each initiative can have its own budget, criteria, and seat distribution.

Yes. You may temporarily pause new applications or new intakes while still continuing support for existing scholars (if funds are available). The Circle can be set to “inactive” for new cycles whenever required.

If a scholar discontinues studies or becomes ineligible, the remaining unutilised amount returns to your Circle balance. You may decide whether to:

• Support a replacement scholar,

• Enhance support for an existing scholar, or

• Carry the amount forward to the next cycle.

You will receive notifications (email and WhatsApp, where enabled) whenever:

• Verified profiles are ready for review,

• Final scholar selection is required,

• Renewal decisions are due, or

• New reports and updates are published.

The role is meaningful but not time-intensive. Most Kartas spend:

• A few hours during the first cycle (framework + profile review), and

• 1–2 hours during key milestones in a year.

• The Kind Circle team manages all operational work.

Yes. Eligibility criteria, preference groups, scholarship amounts, and number of seats can be revised annually. The Kind Circle team will help incorporate the changes smoothly.

Yes. The primary Karta role can be reassigned to a family member, colleague, or core group representative. The Kind Circle team will formally update roles and permissions on the platform.

Yes. You may run multiple Circles (e.g., a Family Circle, a Memorial Circle, a Community/Alumni Circle). Each Circle will have its own dashboards and reporting, while you retain central administrative access.

Yes. You may request periodic review calls or customised analysis—such as insights by district, course type, or vulnerability profile—to help refine or scale your scholarship strategy.

Yes. Participation is optional. You may join the scholar felicitation, mentorship sessions, or request a telephonic/video interaction. Scholar personal details remain confidential for privacy.

Yes. You will be able to appoint:

• Sub-Kartas – Co-admins who can help review profiles, manage settings, and support decision-making.

• Managers – Operational support roles for coordination, communication, and follow-ups.

Note: Some of these enhanced administrative features are currently being developed and will be gradually rolled out on the Kind Circle platform.

Yes. Buddy4Study India Foundation is FCRA-compliant and can receive foreign contributions from eligible donors residing outside India, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Tax benefits depend on the donor's country of residence and the donation route used. In certain countries, donations may be routed through partner nonprofit organisations that enable donors to avail applicable tax benefits.

Buddy4Study India Foundation is exploring partnership with US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organisations to facilitate donations from the United States, enabling eligible donors to avail applicable tax deductions. Please contact our team for the latest donation options and giving mechanisms available.

International donations can typically be made through bank transfers, credit/debit cards, online payment gateways, or approved nonprofit partners. Available options may vary by country.

Yes. International donors may choose to make one-time contributions or recurring donations depending on the available payment methods.

Yes. All donors receive an official donation acknowledgement and receipt in accordance with applicable regulations.

Many employers, particularly in the United States, offer employee matching gift programmes. Donors are encouraged to check with their employers regarding matching opportunities, which can significantly increase the impact of their contribution.

Yes. Many Kind Circles are established as memorial scholarships to honour the legacy of parents, family members, teachers, mentors, or loved ones while supporting deserving students in pursuing their education.

Absolutely. Kind Circles are designed to bring together families, friends, colleagues, alumni groups, and communities across the world to collectively support educational causes and create lasting impact.

Yes. Subject to applicable regulations and available payment channels, donors from different countries may contribute to the same Kind Circle and collectively support deserving students in India.

For any queries regarding international donations, tax benefits, payment options, or creating a Kind Circle, please contact:

Email: kind@buddy4study.com

Under FCRA rules, what matters is your citizenship, not your country of residence. If you hold an Indian passport, your donation is treated as a domestic (Indian) contribution, even if you currently live abroad. If you hold a foreign passport (including OCI cardholders), your donation is classified as a foreign contribution and processed through our FCRA-compliant route. This is why your passport details are essential—they determine the correct regulatory channel for your donation.

As per the latest FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) guidelines issued by the Government of India, foreign contributors are required to provide identification details, including passport number, when making a donation. This information is mandatory for regulatory compliance and helps ensure your contribution is processed lawfully and transparently. Your passport details are stored securely and used only for compliance purposes. You can read more about FCRA rules here.

Donations made by individuals or organizations are pooled into the Circle and used to fund scholarships, micro-grants, and mentorship programs. All funds are managed by Buddy4Study India Foundation, which handles due diligence, selection, disbursal, and reporting — ensuring full compliance and transparency through real-time donor dashboards.

Yes. All contributions made through Buddy4Study India Foundation are eligible for 80G tax exemption, as per Government of India guidelines.

Students can apply online through the Buddy4Study platform, which ensures complete transparency, fairness, and due diligence.

Selection Process:

• Online Application & Screening: Students submit their details and documents through the portal.
• Document Verification: Academic, income, and domicile certificates are verified for authenticity.
• Telephonic/Online Interview: Shortlisted applicants interact with the selection team to assess their motivation and needs.
• Final Selection: The Scholarship Advisory Committee reviews and finalizes the list of scholars.
• Direct Disbursal: Approved scholarship amounts are transferred directly to verified student bank accounts.
• Ongoing Tracking: Scholar progress is monitored annually through the Scholar Tracking System (STS) to ensure accountability and continuous support.

Apply at: www.buddy4study.com/page/kind-circle-scholarship-for-meritorious-students

Buddy4Study follows a zero-tolerance policy against fraud. Every application goes through multiple layers of due diligence — including Aadhaar/DigiLocker verification, document checks, duplicate detection, and anomaly tracking. Students are further verified through mandatory telephonic or video interviews, and in some cases, physical/home visits. Only those who clear all checks, meet eligibility criteria, and show genuine need are shortlisted. Finally, bank accounts are penny-drop verified before funds are released, ensuring scholarships reach genuine students only — no shortcuts, no fraud, just fairness.

To know more about our fraud prevention measures, click here.