The SHE program aims to increase the rate at which talented youth pursue higher education in science fields by providing 10,000 scholarships of Rs. 0.80 lakh per year for Bachelor's and Master's level study in natural and basic sciences. 7,500 students will be selected based on top marks in Class 12 board exams, while 2,500 will be selected from performance in national competitive exams. Eligible students are those within the top 1% of marks in Class 12 boards or with eligibility certification pursuing science subjects at undergraduate level or above