Our Mission

At National Student Scholarship (NSS), we are committed to transforming lives by empowering students from underprivileged backgrounds. Through scholarships, mentorship, and access to essential resources, we strive to unlock their full potential, bridge educational gaps, and create pathways to brighter opportunities and a successful future.

Our Impact

1000+

Scholarships Awarded

500+

Graduates Placed

200+

Mentorships Provided

Key Milestones

2015

NGO Established

2017

Launched Scholarship Program

2020

Partnered with 50+ Schools

2023

Reached 1000+ Scholarship Recipients

Meet the Team

Team Member 1

Madhav Kher

Founder & CEO

Madhav Chavan moved from the field of Chemistry to the field of literacy a few years after his return to India having acquired a Ph. D. in the United States and some post-doctoral experience there. He worked in the field of adult literacy from 1989 to 1994 inspired by the National Literacy.

Team Member 2

Rukmini Banerji

Program Director

Rukmini Banerji is the Chief Executive Officer of Pratham Education Foundation. She has extensive experience in design and delivery of education interventions and has played key roles in developing and implementing Pratham’s partnership programs with governments.

Team Member 3

Usha Rane

Outreach Coordinator

Usha Rane is the Director of Content & Training at Pratham. She has been with Pratham since 1996 and is one of the leaders of the teaching-learning innovations at the organisation. Prior to joining Pratham, Usha worked for many years with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL).