SM Scholarship 2026, Requirements & Qualifications [Updated]

UPDATE: The SM Foundation has updated the application deadline. Please see the new dates below.

The SM Scholarship 2026 application period is officially scheduled from February 1 to February 28, 2026. SM Foundation recently updated the schedule for incoming college freshmen. In this guide, we discuss the 92% GWA requirement, the list of priority courses, and the revised online application timeline for SY 2026-2027.

Quick Summary

Scholarship Name	`SM College Scholarship Program 2026`
Application Period	February 1 – February 28, 2026
Grade Requirement	`GWA of at least 92% (Grade 12, 1st Sem)`
Income Limit	`Household income not exceeding ₱250,000`
Priority Courses	Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Education
Official Portal	scholarship.sm-foundation.org

Note to Applicants: Scholarship details and schedules may be updated by the SM Foundation as the opening date approaches. To ensure you don’t miss any sudden changes, we recommend following us on Facebook page. We monitor official announcements daily and share the latest updates immediately to keep you informed!

Priority Courses for SM Scholarship

SM College Scholarship 2026 is open to incoming college students who will enroll in any of the following priority courses:

BS in Computer Science
BS in Computer Engineering
BS in Mechanical Engineering
BS in Civil Engineering
BS in Electrical Engineering
BS in Electronics and Communications Engineering / BS in Electronics Engineering
BS in Information Technology
BS in Accountancy
BS in Accounting Technology
BS in Accounting Information Systems
BS in Internal Auditing
BSBA in Management Accounting
BSBA in Financial Management
BS in Elementary Education
BS in Secondary Education major in Biology, Chemistry, General Science, Physics, Mathematics, English

Scholars may enroll in any partner school or accredited institution within the covered areas.

Areas Covered by SM Scholarship

Scholars can enroll in any school of their choice located in the following areas:

Luzon
- NCR, Albay, Bataan, Batangas, Benguet, Bulacan, Cagayan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Cavite, Isabela, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Palawan, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Sorsogon, Quezon, Rizal, Tarlac, Zambales
Visayas
- Capiz, Cebu, Iloilo, Leyte, Negros Occidental
Mindanao
- Agusan del Norte, Davao del Sur, Misamis Oriental, South Cotabato, Zamboanga del Sur

You may also check the complete list of SM Partner Schools for SM College Scholarship Program for reference.

What are the qualifications?

Interested applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Must be a Grade 12 graduate from public or private schools in covered areas
Applicants from private schools must have a DepEd voucher and must be Grade 10 completers from public schools
Must have a General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 92% or its equivalent for Grade 12 – 1st semester
Total household annual income must not exceed ₱250,000.

Tip: If you don’t meet the 92% GWA requirement for SM, you might want to check the GSIS STEM Scholarship, which has a 90% GWA requirement for children of government employees.

What are the Scholarship Benefits?

SM College Scholarship provides scholars with the following benefits:

Full tuition and other school fees
Monthly stipend
Part-time job opportunities during semestral and Christmas breaks
Enrichment and formation activities
Exclusive job offers with the SM Group after graduation

Online Application

All applications must be submitted online only through the official SM Foundation Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.sm-foundation.org

Documentary Requirements

Applicants are required to upload the following during the online application:

Any one of the following proofs of income:
- Latest Income Tax Return of parent/s or guardian, or
- Certificate of Non-Filing of Income, or
- Certificate of Indigency
Latest Grade 12 Report Card
Birth Certificate
Two (2) copies of recent 2×2 ID photos
Sketch of home address to the nearest SM Mall

Application Period

IMPORTANT: The online application period for SM College Scholarship has been shortened. The new dates are: February 1, 2026, to February 28, 2026

All documentary requirements must be uploaded within this one-month window. Late submissions will not be accepted by the system once the portal closes on February 28.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When can I apply for SM Scholarship 2026?

The online application period for the SM Scholarship 2026 is from February 1 to February 28, 2026. The official portal opens and closes on these dates, so it is best to prepare your documents in January.

What is the minimum grade requirement?

The minimum grade requirement for the SM Scholarship 2026 is a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 92% or higher in the first semester of Grade 12.

Can private school graduates apply?

Yes, but with specific conditions: Private school graduates must be DepEd voucher holders and must have completed Grade 10 in a public high school. They must also meet the 92% GWA and ₱250,000 income limit

What benefits do SM Scholarship scholars receive?

Scholars receive full tuition and miscellaneous fees, a monthly stipend, and part-time job opportunities during semestral and Christmas breaks. Additionally, graduates are given exclusive job offers within the SM Group (BDO, SMIC, etc.), and there is no mandatory return service.

Where can I apply online for SM College Scholarship?

Applications are accepted exclusively through the official SM Foundation Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.sm-foundation.org. Note that the “Apply” button will only be active starting February 1, 2026.

What are the documentary requirements?

Applicants must submit the online form with Grade 12 report card, proof of income, birth certificate, two 2×2 ID photos, and a sketch of residence to the nearest SM Mall.

How do I confirm my SM Scholarship application?

After submitting your online form, you must log back into the portal within seven (7) days to click the “Confirm” button. If you fail to confirm within this window, your application will be automatically disqualified.

When is the deadline for SM Scholarship 2026?

The deadline is February 28, 2026.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with the SM Foundation. This guide is for informational purposes only. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, please visit the official SM Foundation website.