Scholarships Schemes

For Scholarship Schemes Visit: https://scholarships.gov.in/All-Scholarships

1. Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities - Provides 2 schemes

• Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

XI, XII, Post matriculation Diploma/ Certificates, Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in India, Master's Degree/ Diploma from any University recognized by UGC/AICTE.

• Scholarships for Top Class Education for Students with Disabilities

For Graduate and Postgraduate Degree/ Diploma in institutes notified by DEPwD.

Eligibility

• Students with 40% or more disability.
• Not more than two children with disabilities of the same parents will be entitled to receive benefits of the scheme.
• In case the second child is a twin, the scholarship under the schemes will be admissible to the twin.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per month)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
Post-Matric	Rs. 2.5 Lakhs	Maintenance Allowance Rates depend on the course level (Graduate, Postgraduate, Professional, Diploma) and whether the student is a day scholar or hosteller. Generally ranges from Rs. 550 - Rs. 1600 per month. Disability Allowance Rs. 4,000 per annum for students with visual impairment or intellectual disabilities. Rs. 2,000 per annum for all other disabilities. Book Allowance Rs. 1,500 per annum. Tuition Fees Reimbursement of compulsory non-refundable fees up to Rs. 1.50 lakh per annum.	50%
Top Class Education	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Tuition Fees Reimbursement of admission fee and tuition fee paid/ payable to the Institution/university - Up to Rs. 1.90 lakh - per annum (subject to actual amount). Miscellaneous Allowances Library fee, Sports fee, Medical examination and such other fee compulsorily payable by the scholar to the Institution/ university/ board - Up to Rs 10,000/- per annum (subject to actual amount) Reimbursement of expenses for purchase of a computer/ laptop with accessories Rs. 45,000/- as a one time grant in the first year of the course. Reimbursement of expenses for purchase of Aids and Assistive devices relating to the particular disability of the selected candidates Rs. 30,000/- as a one time grant in the first year of the course. Maintenance Allowance Rs. 3,000/month for hostellers Rs. 1,500/month for day scholars. Special Allowances (related to types of disabilities like reader allowance, escort allowance, helper allowance etc.) - Rs 2000/- per month. Book Allowance Rs. 5,000 per annum.	50%

2. Department of Higher Education

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students

Eligibility

• Students who are above 80th percentile of successful candidates in the relevant stream from the respective Board of Examination in Class XII of 10+2 pattern or equivalent.
• Pursuing regular degree courses and not correspondence or distance mode or pursuing Diploma courses;
• Pursuing courses at colleges/institutions recognized by All India Council for Technical Education and respective Regulatory Bodies concerned.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)	Reservation
College and Universities	Rs. 4.5 Lakhs	Students pursuing technical courses such as B.Tech, B.Engg. will get scholarship up to graduation level only i.e. Rs. 12,000 p.a. for 1 st , 2 nd and 3rd year and Rs. 20,000 in the 4 th year Rs.12,000/-per annum at Graduation level for first three years of College and University courses and Rs.20,000/-per annum at Post Graduation level.	Benefit of reservation on the basis of merit, subject to Central Reservation Policy [i.e. 15% seats are earmarked for SCs, 7.5% for STs and 27 % for OBCs and 5% horizontal reservation for students with Benchmark Disabilities (Disability of 40% or more)

3. Ministry of Tribal Affairs

National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students
- Scholarship (Formally Top Class Education For Schedule Tribe Students)

Eligibility

• ST students who have secured admission in the notified Institutions and courses approved by the Ministry will be eligible for the scholarship under the scheme.
• This is a Central Sector Scheme, fully funded by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and provides 100% funding to ST students in courses and institutes approved and notified by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum	Reservation of slots for female candidates
Top Class Education (UG & PG)	Rs. 6 Lakhs	Tuition Fees and Admission fee: Full Admission fee, tuition fee and other non-refundable charges in respect of Government Institutes. Books & Stationery: Rs.5000/- per annum Stipend: Rs.3000/-per month Computer & Accessories: Rs.45000/- (One-time assistance during the course tenure)	Nil

4. Ministry of Home Affairs

Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme For Central Armed Police Forces And Assam Rifles

Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of States/UTs Police Personnel Martyred During Terror/Naxal Attacks

Eligibility

• Minimum 60% marks in Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) i.e. 10+2/Diploma/Graduation or equivalent.

For CAPFs & Assam Rifles personnel

• Wards/widows of deceased CAPFs & AR personnel died in harness/election duty, wards of personnel disabled due to causes attributable to Government service and Wards of Ex-CAPFs & AR personnel in receipt of Gallantry Awards.
• Wards/widows of retired and serving CAPFs & AR Personnel. (Personnel below Officer Rank) Pursuing first professional degree programme in the field of Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Veterinary, BBA, BCA, B. Pharma, B.SC (Nursing, Agriculture, etc.), MBA and MCA etc.

For States/UTs Police personnel

• Pursuing first professional degree programme in the field of Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Veterinary, BBA, BCA, B. Pharma, B.SC (Nursing, Agriculture, etc.), MBA and MCA etc.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
Central Armed Police Forces And Assam Rifles	Nil	Rs. 36000 for Girls Rs. 30000 for Boys	Nil
Personnel Martryred During Terror/Naxal Attacks	Nil	Rs. 36000 for Girls Rs. 30000 for Boys	Nil

5. Ministry of Railways

Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme For Ministry of Railways

Eligibility

• Professional Degree Courses like BE, B.Tech, BDS, MBBS, BEd, BBS, BCA, MCA B. Pharma, etc. duly recognized by the respective Government Regulatory Bodies, such as All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Medical Council of India(MCI), University Grants Commission (UGC), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) etc.
• Students should have secured 60% and above in Minimum Entry Qualification (MEQ) i.e. 12th Std., Diploma/Graduation.
• The scholarship is admissible for only two wards per family and should be ensured by the beneficiaries as well as by the concerned zonal Railways/RPSF.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per month)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme For Ministry of Railways	Nil	Rs. 2500 for Boys. Rs. 3000 for Girls.	50%

6. Ministry of Labour & Employment

Financial Assistance for Education of the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers

Eligibility

• Either of the parents of the students should be Beedi, Iron Ore Manganese & Chrome Ore Mines, Limestone & Dolomite Mines, Cine worker with at least six months service.
• The Applicant must have passed the last qualifying examination in first attempt. However, Students promoted to the next class are also eligible to apply for the above scholarships.
• Candidates for the award of scholarships should have taken regular admission for studies at recognized institutions in India in any course of general or technical education, including medical, engineering and agricultural studies.
• The Educational Institute must be Government/Government Recognized Institute.
• More than one children of the same worker also should furnish separate bank account number

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
Children of Beedi Workers	Rs.10,000	Rs.25,000	Nil
Children of Iron Ore, Manganese Ore & Chrome Ore Mine (IOMC) Workers	Irrespective of wages	Rs. 25,000	Nil
Children of Limestone & Dolomite Mine (LSDM) Workers.	Rs.10,000	Rs. 25,000	Nil
Children of Cine Workers	Rs.8,000	Rs. 25,000	Nil

7. Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (Backward Classes)

PM YASASVI Central Sector Scheme Of Top Class Education In College For OBC, EBC And DNT Students

Eligibility

• Should have secured admission in a full-time prescribed course in any of the notified institutions according to the general selection criteria prescribed by the concerned institution.
• In case the number of eligible students admitted exceeds the number of slots allotted to the institution, the scholarship will be restricted to the top students in the inter-se merit list based on the admission criteria for the course. However, if there is more than one student with equal marks for the last available slot in an institution, preference should be given to the student with the lower family income. The remaining students from OBC/EBC/DNT category admitted in the institution shall be eligible for the Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) administered by this Ministry through State Governments/UT Administrations, provided such students are otherwise eligible under the said scheme.
• The benefit of the Scheme will not be provided to more than 2 siblings in a family. The students will submit an affidavit in the Institution to certify that he/she is not the third sibling of the family who is availing benefit under the scheme.
• The scholarship will be terminated if the student fails to get promoted to the next semester/class.
• As the fund is majorly earmarked for OBC, preference would be given to the OBC students while considering under the scheme.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per month)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
PM YASASVI Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education In College For OBC, EBC And DNT Students	Rs. 2.5 Lakhs	a. Full tuition fee and non-refundable charges (there will be a ceiling of Rs. 2.00 lakh per annum per student for private sector institutions and Rs. 3.72 lakhs per annum per student for the private sector flying clubs for Commercial Pilot Training and Type Rating Courses) b. Living expenses to the beneficiary Rs.3000/-per month per student c. Books and stationery Rs. 5000/- per annum per student d. A latest computer/laptop of reputed brand with accessories like UPS and printer limited to Rs.45000/- per student as one time assistance during the course.	30%

Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students (Technical Degree)

Eligibility

• The girl candidate should be admitted to First year of Degree level course OR Second year of Degree level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE approved Institution of respective year.
• Maximum two girl child per family are eligible.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Technical Degree	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000

Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students (Technical Diploma)

Eligibility

• The girl candidate should be admitted to First year of Diploma level course OR Second year of Diploma level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE approved Institution of respective year.
• Maximum two girls child per family are eligible.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Technical Diploma	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000

Saksham Scholarship Scheme for Specially Abled Student (Technical Degree)

Eligibility

• The candidate should be admitted to First year of Degree level course OR Second year of Degree level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE approved Institution of respective year.
• Specially-abled student, having disability of not less than 40%.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Technical Degree	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000

Saksham Scholarship Scheme for Specially Abled Students (Technical Diploma)

Eligibility

• The candidate should be admitted to First year of Diploma level course OR Second year of Diploma level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE approved Institution of respective year.
• Specially abled student with disability of not less than 40%.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Technical Diploma	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000

AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Diploma)

Eligibility

• Candidate must belong to one of the categories:
  (i) Orphan
  (ii) Either or both parents died due to Covid 19
  (iii) Wards of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces martyred in action (Shaheed)
• The candidate should be currently studying in the AICTE Approved institutions and courses at Degree/ Diploma level in regular mode (in 1st /2nd / 3rd /4th year).
• Specially-abled student, having disability of not less than 40%.
• The candidate should NOT be Recipient of any of the Central Govt. / State Govt. / AICTE Sponsored scholarships.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Technical Diploma	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000

AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Degree)

Eligibility

• Candidate must belong to one of the categories:
  (i) Orphan
  (ii) Either or both parents died due to Covid 19
  (iii) Wards of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces martyred in action (Shaheed)
• The candidate should be currently studying in the AICTE Approved institutions and courses at Degree/ Diploma level in regular mode (in 1st /2nd / 3rd /4th year).
• The candidate should NOT be Recipient of any of the Central Govt. / State Govt. / AICTE Sponsored scholarships.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Technical Degree	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 50,000

PM USP Special Scholarship Scheme For Jammu Kashmir And Ladakh

Eligibility

• Candidates should be domicile of Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh.
• Students must have passed 12th examination from JKBOSE or CBSE affiliated schools located in UTs of J&K and Ladakh.
• Candidates who want to take admission under Lateral Entry Scheme have to pass Diploma in Engineering from the Polytechnic Institutes recognized by Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), UTs of J&K and Ladakh.
• Candidates are compulsorily required to apply online on the AICTE web-portal and verify their documents through nearest Facilitation Centers of J&K and Ladakh within time frame.
• Admission under Lateral Entry Scheme will be subject to allocation of seats / vacant seats of the preceding year in Engineering Stream and in the relevant stream only.
• Merit list will be prepared for HSC and Lateral Entry students and the same shall be displayed on the student's portal only for conduction of online counselling for final allotment of seats in colleges to eligible candidate's subject to choice filling/availability of scholarships.

Stream	Academic Fee (Upper Limit) (per annum)	Maintenance (per annum)	Parental Income (per annum)
General Degree	Rs. 30,000	Rs. 1 Lakh	Rs. 8 Lakhs
Professional/Engineering/ B.Sc. Nursing /B. Pharmacy/B. Architecture (subject to NATA)/ HMCT Degree/BA LLB (in National Law Colleges only)	Rs. 1.25 Lakhs	Rs. 1 Lakh	Rs. 8 Lakhs
Medical/BDS or equivalent Medical Stream (subjectto NEET, wherever applicable)	Rs. 3 Lakhs	Rs. 1 Lakh	Rs. 8 Lakhs

ISHAN UDAY - Special Scholarship Scheme For North Eastern Region

Eligibility

• Students who have passed Class XII or equivalent examination from a school situated within NER through a recognized Board of Education including Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).
• The scholarship is available for those students only, who are pursuing a recognized UG degree programmes as specified and notified by UGC from time to time.
• Only the students, who are already admitted in the first year of UG degree programme in an eligible university/college/institution within India, are eligible to apply.
• The scholarship is available to the students for first UG Degree only. Students, who have already acquired any degree, are not eligible to apply.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per month)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
North Eastern Region	Rs. 4.5 Lakhs	Rs. 8000	50% for Arts 50% for Engineering & Technology

National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies

Eligibility

• The scholarship is available to the students for the first PG Degree programme only.
• Students, who have already acquired any postgraduate degree, are not eligible to apply.
• Only the students, who are already admitted in the first year of PG degree programme in an eligible university/college/institution, (hereinafter referred to as the 'Institution'), are eligible to apply.
• Only students who are below the age of 30 years of age as on the date of admission in the first semester/year of a PG programme are eligible to apply under these schemes.
• The scholarship is available only for students who are admitted to PG degree programme through 'Regular/Full Time' mode.
• The scholarship is available only for students who are pursuing recognized PG degree programmes leading to specified PG degrees notified by UGC from time to time

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per month for 10 months in a year)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
Post Graduate Studies	Rs. 2.5 Lakhs	Rs. 15,000	30%

North Eastern Council (NEC), DoNER

Financial Support to the Students of NER for Higher Professional Courses (NEC Merit Scholarship)

Eligibility

• The scholarship is open only to a student who is a permanent resident of any of the North Eastern States.
• HSSLC/Senior Secondary Leaving certificate examination from a recognised State/Central board with minimum 60% marks in aggregate.
• Scholarship shall be admissible to students who get admission in Diploma, Degree, Post-graduate or registration in M.Phil. / Ph.D courses of any institute recognized by the Government.
• The grant of scholarship for M.Phil and Ph.D would be after the registration of the students with the University.
• The Scholarship will not be available for internship or any practical training.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)	Reservation of slots for female candidates
RPF/RPSF	Rs. 8 Lakhs	Rs. 22,000 for UG Rs. 25,000 for PG Rs. 30,000 for M.Phil / Ph.D	Nil

Tamil Nadu Government Schemes

For more details visit: https://tndce.tn.gov.in/Home/scholarship_cms

Commissionerate for Welfare of Differently Abled, Government of Tamil Nadu

Scholarship to Son and Daughter of Differently Abled Persons, Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• The wards of any differently-abled person holding the Identity card issued by the Welfare Board of Differently Abled can apply for this scholarship.
• This scholarship is available for the student who is studying in class XI to postgraduate level.
• An applicant must have scored at least 40% of marks in their last qualifying examination.

Scheme	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
Differently Abled Persons	Rs. 1000 - Rs. 7000

Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Tamil Nadu

R.I.M.C. Dehradun Scholarship, Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a bonafide student currently enrolled at Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun.
• Only students who are permanent residents of Tamil Nadu are eligible.

Scheme	Scholarship Amount (per month)
R.I.M.C	Rs. 4000

EVR Nagammai Scholarship, Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a female student.
• She should be enrolled in a postgraduate degree course (Arts or Science stream).
• The college must be recognized and located in Tamil Nadu.

Scholarship Amount

• The amount of financial assistance is variable, depending on the course and the availability of funds.
• The scholarship aims to cover a portion of tuition and academic expenses.

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)

Eligibility

• Must have secured above 60% marks in Class 12 (Higher Secondary).
• Should be enrolled in the first year of an undergraduate course in a recognized college or university.
• Selection is community and subject-based, with consideration for socio-economic background and merit.

Scholarship Amount

• INR 10,000 per annum during undergraduate studies (first 3 years).
• INR 20,000 per annum during postgraduate studies (for students continuing the same stream).
• The scholarship is renewable based on performance in each academic year.

Scholarship to Son and Daughter of Differently Abled Persons

Eligibility

• The applicant must be the son or daughter of a differently abled person who holds a valid Identity Card issued by the Welfare Board for Differently Abled Persons.
• This TN scholarship is applicable for students pursuing education from Class 11 up to Postgraduate level, including those enrolled in ITI or Polytechnic diploma courses.

Scholarship Amount

• Selected students will receive financial assistance of up to INR 6,000 per academic year.
• The amount can be used for tuition fees, books, and other educational expenses.

Scholarship for Differently Abled Students from Class 9th Onwards, Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• Must be a differently abled student enrolled in Class 9 to Postgraduate level.
• Students pursuing Vocational, Professional, Medical, or Engineering courses are also eligible.
• The applicant should have secured a minimum of 40% marks in the previous qualifying examination.

Scholarship Amount

• Eligible students will receive financial assistance of up to INR 7,000 per annum.
• The amount helps cover essential educational expenses like tuition, books, and supplies.

Free Education Scheme for BC, MBC & DNC Students, Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• Applicants must belong to Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), or Denotified Communities (DNC).
• Students must be pursuing one of the following courses:
• A 3-year Undergraduate Degree course
• A Polytechnic Diploma course
• A Professional Degree course (Engineering, Medicine, Law, etc.)
• Annual family income should not exceed INR 50,000.

Scholarship Amount

• The scheme covers major academic expenses including:
• Tuition fees
• Examination fees
• Special fees
• Other compulsory academic charges
• The total benefit can go up to approximately INR 10,000 per academic year.

Perarignar Anna Memorial Award, Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• Applicants must satisfy the following criteria:
  Be among the top two boys and top two girls in each district of Tamil Nadu based on Class 12 public examination results.
• Be enrolled in a professional degree course, such as:
  Engineering
  Medical
  Law
  Or other recognized professional programmes.
• Must belong to one of the following categories:
  Backward Classes (BC)
  Most Backward Classes (MBC)
  Denotified Communities (DNC)
  

Scholarship Amount

• Selected students are awarded INR 3,000 per annum.
• The scholarship is provided for a duration of four years or until the normal completion of the course, whichever is earlier.
• The funds help cover expenses such as books, travel, and academic essentials.

Free Education Scheme for SC/ST Students Tamil Nadu

Eligibility

• To be eligible for this scholarship, students must belong to one of the following categories:
• Adi Dravidar community
• Tribal communities
• Adi Dravidar students converted to Christianity
• Be among the top 1000 boys and 1000 girls in Tamil Nadu based on their Plus 2 Public Examination scores.
• Continue their education in higher studies (UG or equivalent courses) for the next five years.

Scholarship Amount

• Selected students receive the Chief Minister Merit Award, which provides INR 3,000 per annum..
• This TN scholarship is awarded for a period of 5 years, provided the student continues their education without interruption.

Puthumai Penn Scheme

The Pudhumai Penn Scheme provides Rs. 1000 per month stipend to girl students who continue their education after completing school. Introduced by the Government of Tamil Nadu, the scheme focuses on empowering girls through education and reducing dropout rates. It supports female students financially while they pursue higher education in colleges, universities, or diploma programs. The initiative also encourages gender equality and educational advancement for young women.

Eligibility

• Studied in Government Schools from 6th to 12th standard (Tamil or English medium).
• Studied in Government-Aided Schools from 6th to 12th standard (Tamil medium only).
• Must be a female student pursuing higher education in a recognized college or institution.

Tamil Pudhalvan Scheme

The Tamil Pudhalvan Scheme provides Rs. 1000 per month stipend to eligible male students to support their higher education after school. The scheme is implemented by the Government of Tamil Nadu to encourage students from government school backgrounds to continue their college education. It aims to reduce financial barriers and increase enrollment in higher education institutions. The stipend helps students meet basic educational expenses while pursuing undergraduate or diploma programs.

Eligibility

• Studied in Government Schools from 6th to 12th standard (Tamil or English medium).
• Studied in Government-Aided Schools from 6th to 12th standard (Tamil medium only).
• Must be a male student pursuing higher education in a recognized college or institution.

Kerala State Government Schemes

State Merit Scholarship

Eligibility

• Should be a first year student of Under Graduate or Post Graduate course in Govt/ Aided colleges or University Departments.
• Should have scored 50% or above in the qualifying Examination.

Scheme	Parental Income (per annum)	Scholarship Amount (per annum)
State Merit Scholarship	Rs. 1 Lakh	Rs. 1250 for UG students Rs. 1500 for PG students

E-Grantz Scholarship

Backward Class Development Department / SC Development Department

Eligible Categories

• Socially Backward Communities (SBC)
• Economically Backward Communities (EBC)
• Other Backward Classes (OBC)
• Scheduled Caste (SC)
• Other Eligible Communities (OEC)

Eligibility

• The students studying at the pre-matric or post-matriculation level of studies from a recognised university/board are eligible to apply.
• They must have taken admission under the merit and reservation quota.
• Students willing to secure the scholarship must possess 75% attendance in their classes every month.

Income Criteria

• For students belonging to SC and OECs, there is no income limitation.
• For students belonging to OBC category - The income limit is INR 1 Lakh per annum for +2 courses, Degree, PG and Professional courses.
• For students belonging to other categories - The income limit is INR 1 Lakh for +2 course, Degree, PG and Professional courses.

Scholarship Amount

For Students Belonging to SC Category

• - INR 630 - The rate of the stipend is designated for students who are studying in a college below 8 kms from their residence.
• - INR 750 - The stipend is designated to students who are studying in a college above 8 kms from their residence.
• - INR 1500 - The students who are pursuing professional courses and are residing on their own will receive this amount as a stipend.

For Students Belonging to OBC Category

• - INR 200 (Day Scholars) and INR 250 (Hosteller) - The students must be pursuing PG or professional courses listed among the programs eligible for the scholarship.
• - INR 100 (Day Scholars) and INR 150 (Hosteller) - The students must be pursuing polytechnic courses.

Higher Education Scholarship

For more details visit: https://scholarship.kshec.kerala.gov.in/

Eligibility

• Meritorious students of UG and PG, who scored not less than 60% marks in the qualifying examination.

Course Level	Scholarship Amount
UG	First Year - Rs. 12,000 Second Year - Rs. 18,000 Third Year - Rs. 24,000
PG	First Year - Rs. 40,000 Second Year - Rs. 60,000

PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child

Eligibility

• The scheme is applicable to such a single girl child who has taken admission in regular, full-time 1st year Masters Degree course in any recognized university or a post graduate college.
• This scholarship is available to PG-I year student only. Admission to PG Course in Distance education mode is not covered under the scheme.
• Age: Girl students up to the age of 30 years at the time of admission in PG courses are eligible.

Scholarship Amount

• Rs. 36,200 per annum.

Engineering - For Under Graduate Courses

• Students who have secured 80% or more marks in Plus two/ higher secondary is eligible for 20% scholarship of the tuition fee.
• Students who have secured 80% or more marks in the entrance examination conducted by NICHE will be eligible for 20% scholarship of the tuition fee.
• Students who have secured 90% or more marks in Plus two/ higher secondary is eligible for 30% scholarship of the tuition fee.
• Students who have secured 90% or more marks in the entrance examination conducted by NICHE will be eligible for 30% scholarship of the tuition fee.

Engineering - For Post Graduate Courses

• Students who have secured 90% or more marks in UG is eligible for 10% scholarship of the tuition fee.
• Students who have secured 90% or more marks in the entrance examination conducted by NICHE will be eligible for 10% scholarship of the tuition fee.

Other Courses

• Students who have secured 90% or more marks in Plus two/ higher secondary is eligible for 30% scholarship of the tuition fee.
• Students who have secured 90% or more marks in the entrance examination conducted by NICHE will be eligible for 30% scholarship of the tuition fee.

NCC Cadet Scholarship

• Eligible cadets will be receiving 10% scholarship in their tuition fee.
• Students will be eligible for 100% free coaching in the NICHE-Defence Training Academy at Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education which provides systematic and pragmatic training to the budding engineering graduates of the University who aspire to become commissioned officers in the Indian Armed Forces.

Covid Crisis Relief Scholarship

• Students who have lost both their parents due to COVID 19 will be eligible for 100% scholarship of their tuition fee.
• Students who have lost one of the parents will be eligible for 50% scholarship of the tuition fee.

Differently Abled Students Support Scholarship

• Students who are having more than 40% disability will be eligible for 25% scholarship of the tuition fee.
• The son/daughter of a person with disability will be provided with 15% scholarship of the tuition fee.

Regional Scholarship (Kanyakumari District)

• Students hailing from the District of Kanyakumari will be eligible for 10% scholarship of the tuition fee