The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) calls for applications for the “Nanajaya” Scholarship as part of its plans of nurturing future leaders.
This flagship programme is exclusively available to 18 Plus account holders who excelled in the 2023 GCE Advanced Level examination.
The initiative aligns with the Bank’s 85th anniversary celebrations.
Initially launched in 2003 as the “18 Plus Scholarship” and rebranded as “Nanajaya” in 2016, the programme has consistently provided financial support to outstanding students.
It inspires them to pursue academic excellence and contribute to national development. Since its inception, the programme has awarded scholarships to 3,148 students, amounting to Rs. 139.54 million.
For 2023, scholarships will be distributed under two categories:
Merit Scholarships will be awarded to the top 84 performers island-wide across all A/L streams.
Each recipient will receive a financial stipend of Rs. 120,000, disbursed over four years of academic study.
General Scholarships will be granted to 300 district-wise top scorers across all A/L streams.
Each recipient will receive Rs. 72,000, disbursed over the first three years of their academic journey.
Eligible students can download the application form from www.boc.lk. Completed applications, accompanied by a recent passport-sized photograph taken in school uniform, must be sent via registered post to the Assistant General Manager – Marketing, 16th Floor, Marketing Division, Bank of Ceylon Head Office, Bank of Ceylon Square, Colombo 01.
Applicants must have achieved exceptional results in the 2023 GCE A/L examination and maintain an active 18 Plus or 18 Plus SmartGen account with the stipulated minimum balance.
The programme is open to students from all A/L streams, including biological sciences, physical sciences, commerce, arts, biosystem technology, and engineering technology.
The deadline for submitting applications is January 31, 2025.
