• Now accepting applications for Dexterity to College - National Scholar Development Program (NSDP) — Winter 2026

  • Program Information

    National Scholar Development Program (NSDP) — Winter 2026

    Eligibility

    Dexterity to College - National Scholar Development Program (NSDP) is open to all Indian school students currently studying in class 6 to 10.

    Candidates in class 11 and above should apply to DexSchool, India's first and the world's foremost school of leadership and entrepreneurship for teenagers.

    Timeline and Stages

    National Scholar Development Program (NSDP): Dec 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

    Dexterity to College Fellowship - Fellows Development Program (FDP): Jan 2027 - Lifetime

    (Only if an NSDP candidate indicates and applies to the fellowship at the end of two-month long training.)

    Location

    Candidates remain in their respective districts and homes and access the program through digital classroom, lectures, office hours, etc. Each candidate must have a working device and an active internet connection.

    Application Deadline

    The last date to submit an application for Dexterity to College - National Scholar Development Program (NSDP) is November 20, 2026.

    Note: Please do not wait until the last minute to submit an application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and shortlist notifications are sent every week. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early.

    Information for students from Low and Middle-Income families

    Dexterity Global's financial aid policy says, "Pay only if you can". Dexterity's Office of Financial Aid ensures that Dexterity to College is accessible to students from all income groups and backgrounds. These cases may include but are not limited to low and middle-income families facing significant financial hardships, students who have lost a parent or an earning member of the family, families with Below Poverty Line (BPL) card, students attending lower income schools or those who come from disadvantaged and underserved communities.

    Note: Applicants must indicate on their application that they would like to be considered for need-based financial aid.

  • Deadline: Nov 20, 2026

    Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis