Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship DSF

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship

An immersive scholarship program

The Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship is an annual initiative of the Danish Siddiqui Foundation aimed at supporting aspiring journalists at the postgraduate level. The scholarship is awarded to individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical journalism and storytelling grounded in truth, empathy, and integrity.

Recipients are selected based on their academic promise, journalistic potential, and dedication to covering issues that matter. The scholarship provides financial support and access to mentorship opportunities, helping students pursue their education and develop impactful journalism projects.

Through this initiative, the foundation seeks to invest in the next generation of journalists who will uphold the values of responsible and courageous reporting.

Scholarship

Remove financial barriers in journalism education and help students achieve their journalist dreams

Mentorship

Guided program to enable students to get career guidance, gain journalism insights, and learn new skills from mentees

Project

Complete a project that reflects the essence of journalism, encapsulating your interpretation of the chosen theme

Support & Guidance

from start to finish

For an enriching learning experience, the foundation provides support and professional guidance to each scholar during the duration of the study

Meet The Recipients

Sakshi Srivastava

2025

As an evolving journalist, I breathe through my pen and ideas. I am a person dedicated to covering on-ground stories and bringing them to light, reaching every nook and corner. Receiving the Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship has provided not only financial aid but also a meaningful endorsement of my journalistic endeavors.

Ishan Banerjee

2025

Thanks to DSF for selecting me for the scholarship. As a self-taught street and documentary photographer, I’m passionate about telling the stories of everyday people. Through my photos, I try to capture the real emotions and realities of life. I am committed to upholding the values of truth, integrity, and courage that the late Danish Sir stood for.

Udisha Shrivastav

2024

Being chosen for the Danish Siddiqui Journalism Scholarship is both an honor and a responsibility I deeply value. With this support, I’m excited to explore the theme of Journalist Safety through a lens that reflects both urgency and empathy. I hope my work can contribute meaningfully to conversations that protect & empower those who report.

Rahat Touhid

2024

I am delighted to have been selected for the prestigious journalism scholarship. I hope to contribute positively towards ensuring a safe working environment for journalists. The path for brave reportage has been boldly paved by Danish Siddiqui, and it is an opportunity to be selected here and take the fight and the legacy ahead.

Umaima Khanam

2024

As a passionate young woman with a clear vision for the future of journalism, I have embarked on a path that would allow me to use the power of mass media to tell compelling stories & make a positive impact on the world. Receiving the scholarship has not only financially backed me but also felt like a recognition & appreciation of my work.

Aman Jaiswal

2024

I believe this scholarship will serve as a powerful driving force, adding a new feather of journalistic skills to my cap. It will enable me to better serve society through my words, voice, and storytelling, while also helping me pursue a meaningful career rooted in fact-based, data-driven journalism that informs, empowers, and drives positive change.

Get Ready to apply

The process is easy!

1

Check eligibility

Students having an active admission offer or pursuing Masters’s degree in journalism from a govt university

2

fill application form

A chance to make your application stand out from other applicants by answering our simple questions

3

give interview

Discussion with the interview panel to help them better understand the applicant’s career goals & aspirations

You ask, we answer

This section helps answer some queries that will help you while applying for the scholarship program.

Preference will be given to applicants from economically weaker sections (income less than Rs. 350,000) who’ve secured admission in a Masters journalism degree courses at a government college

Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial needs. The decision made by the selection panel will be considered final.

The Scholarship is for one (1) year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate on case to case basis and shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the college. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two (2) years.

You can send applications for scholarship once you’ve secured admission in the college. The submission deadline is March 31 for every year

Yes. You may apply to more than one college simultaneously. However, you should mention this in the application form.

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