FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
When can I apply?
Aspire runs multiple cohorts each year. Applications open at different times—follow our website and social media for updates.
How competitive is the selection process?
Aspire receives hundreds of thousands of applications annually. For example, in 2025, over 250,000 applied, with ~40% progressing into Module 1
What are the selection criteria?
Applicants are evaluated on:
– Being first-generation, low-income students
– Commitment to learning and leadership
– Motivation to create community impact
– Being first-generation, low-income students
– Commitment to learning and leadership
– Motivation to create community impact
What happens after completing ALP?
Graduates join the Aspire Alumni Community (100K+ by 2026), with lifelong access to:
– Funding (Community Action Awards, Seed Fund, Academic Advancement Grants)
– Internships & mentoring via Aspire’s partners (Mahindra, Porter, PhysicsWallah, etc.)
– A global peer and professional network
– Funding (Community Action Awards, Seed Fund, Academic Advancement Grants)
– Internships & mentoring via Aspire’s partners (Mahindra, Porter, PhysicsWallah, etc.)
– A global peer and professional network
How many Indian students have participated?
Since 2022, over 62,000 Indian students have applied. In 2025 alone, Aspire will impact 35,000+ learners per cohort.
What impact does Aspire create?
– 75% of alumni report stronger career direction
– 60% pursue higher education or lead community initiatives
– ₹1.5 Cr+ distributed in alumni-led seed funding and grants
– 60% pursue higher education or lead community initiatives
– ₹1.5 Cr+ distributed in alumni-led seed funding and grants
When can I apply?
Aspire runs multiple cohorts each year. Applications open at different times—follow our website and social media for updates.
How competitive is the selection process?
Aspire receives hundreds of thousands of applications annually. For example, in 2025, over 250,000 applied, with ~40% progressing into Module 1
What are the selection criteria?
Applicants are evaluated on:
– Being first-generation, low-income students
– Commitment to learning and leadership
– Motivation to create community impact
– Being first-generation, low-income students
– Commitment to learning and leadership
– Motivation to create community impact