The cost of pursuing a particular course from one of the top colleges in India can be overwhelming for students and their parents. For example, even if a low-income student gets 99 percentile in CAT, he/she still can’t afford to study in an IIM since its course fee is way too high. To help such students, various course-based scholarships are available. The eligibility criteria to qualify for these scholarships vary depending on the course opted for. Aspirants can check this full post to learn all about the eligibility requirements for each of these courses listed below.
B.Tech is one of the most opted streams after 12th Class in India. With the introduction of several new specializations and the ever-expanding scope in the field of Engineering, more students are pursuing this Undergraduate degree course. B.Tech scholarships offered by the state government and private institutions can help such students get better education and opportunities not just in India but also abroad by sponsoring their higher education.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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Rolls-Royce Unnati Scholarships for Women Engineering Students | Female students pursuing BTech/BE degree in the 1st/2nd/3rd year of graduation | INR 35,000 |
UPESEAT Scholarship for B. Tech Students | Meritorious students applying for a BTech degree at UPES | 50% refund on the total payable tuition fee |
Samsung Star Scholarship | Candidates pursuing a B. Tech degree or a dual degree in B. Tech/M. Tech at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) or Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) | INR 2,00,000 |
DXC Progressing Minds Scholarship | Candidates pursuing 1st year of BTech/BE degree in Information Technology or any other affiliated disciplines | 50% refund on the total payable course fees or INR 40,000, whichever is less |
IET India Scholarship | Students applying for UGC/AICTE with a minimum of 60% marks in the previous exams | INR 5,00,000 |
L&T Build India Scholarship | Candidates pursuing Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 70% marks in BTech/BE | INR 13,400 (monthly) |
ONGC Scholarship | Candidates pursuing an Undergraduate or a Postgraduate degree in Geology/Geophysics | INR 48,000 |
Timken Scholarship | Students with a minimum of 50% marks in the HSC/SSC and Diploma exams | INR 75,000 |
Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship | Students studying in Classes 11 and 12, and those pursuing a BTech/Diploma/ITI or a Bachelor's/Master's degree | INR 2,500 (monthly) |
Ratan Tata Scholarship for Engineering Students | Candidates with an Engineering background who wish to pursue graduation at Cornell University | Fee waiver for the total payable tuition fees + other benefits |
Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Scholarship | Candidates pursuing a Professional or a Technical Diploma course at the Postgraduate level | 100% reimbursement of the total payable exam fee and tuition fee |
RD Sethna Loan Scholarship
| Candidates who passed Class 10 and have scored a minimum of 50% marks | INR 10,000 and above |
Concord Biotech Limited Scholarship
| Candidates pursuing B. Tech/BE and having a minimum of 50% marks in 10th/12th/Diploma level | INR 40,000 |
NTPC Scholarship Scheme
| Candidates pursuing 2nd year of BTech/BE degree | INR 1,500 (monthly) |
Tata Realty Renewal Scholarship for Girls | Female students pursuing BTech/BE degree in the 1st year of graduation | INR 1,00,000 |
MBA is one of the most sought-after degree courses for aspirants who wish to pursue a career in Business Administration. It is also one of the most expensive courses available in India and abroad. Given the high cost associated with the degree, the government and many private institutes offer scholarships for MBA abroad, which can help fulfill the dreams of students, particularly those with poor financial backup.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship | Candidates applying for MBA courses across India | INR 2,00,000 |
IOCL Scholarship | Candidates pursuing MBA/Engineering/ITI or other courses | INR 3,000 (monthly) |
Ericsson Empowering Girl Scholarship Program | Female candidates pursuing an MBA or Engineering course in the 2nd year | INR 75,000 |
IIM Ahmedabad Research Assistantship (EPABA) | Candidates pursuing an MBA degree | INR 40,000 (monthly) |
IIM Ahmedabad Research Associateship (SWE) | Candidates pursuing an MBA/MA/PhD degree | Monthly remuneration |
Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship | Students pursuing an MBA degree or any other Master's degree | 50% refund on the total payable tuition fees |
University of Queensland MBA Scholarship | International candidates enrolling for a Master's degree in Business & Management | 25% remission of the total payable tuition fee for 2 years |
MakeMyTrip' Padhte Raho, Badhte Raho' Scholarship | Candidates pursuing elementary education from Class 1 to Postgraduate degree level | INR 50,000 |
SSE (Stockholm School of Economics) MBA Scholarship | Indian candidates pursuing an MBA degree in the parent college of Sweden | Waiver of the total payable tuition fee and Value-Added Tax (VAT) of SEK 495,000 |
BML Munjal University MBA Scholarship
| Students enrolling for the MBA program at the BML Munjal University | Up to 100% waiver of the total payable tuition fee based on CAT/GMAT/XAT scores + other benefits |
O.P. Jindal Scholarships | Candidates pursuing 2nd year of their Undergraduate program | INR 1,50,000 |
ONGC Scholarship
| Students from the General category pursuing 1st year of MBBS/MBA/Master of Geology and having a minimum of 60% marks in 12th and Graduation | INR 48,000 |
Aditya Birla Scholarship
| Students with CAT scores and having passed from any of the esteemed IIMs or XLRI, Jamshedpur | INR 1,75,000 |
UPESMET MBA Scholarship (University of Petroleum & Energy Studies)
| Students passing Graduation or pursuing a Postgraduate degree with 80 percentile in XAT/CAT, or 90 percentile in MAT/CMAT/NMAT/UPESMET | 25% waiver of the total payable tuition fee in the 1st semester |
SRM’s Founder Scholarship | Students with top state ranks in the school examination/SRMEE and exceptional sports persons at the international and national levels | 100% waiver of the total payable fees with a monthly stipend of INR 1,000 |
BSc scholarships are designed to offer financial aid to students pursuing a degree in Bachelor of Science after 12th. The various scholarship programs offered by the government and other private institutes provide monetary assistance to deserving, eligible candidates exhibiting excellent academic performance but unable to pursue higher education due to poor economic conditions. BSc scholarships in India, thus, help to reduce the financial burden off the shoulders, thus opening new opportunities and encouraging students to pursue higher qualifications in their dream colleges in India and abroad.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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INSPIRE Program | Candidates pursuing Basic Science at the Undergraduate level, those among the top scorers in 12th Board exams, or those with a NEET/JEE rank among the top 10,000 examinees
| INR 80,000 |
Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarship Programme
| Indian citizens with a Graduate degree from any recognized institute | INR 20,00,000 |
HDFC Educational Crisis Scholarship Support (ECSS)
| Students with a Postgraduate/Graduate/Diploma degree and family income not exceeding INR 3,00,000 | INR 10,000-25,000 |
Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
| Female candidates who are a single child and are enrolled for a full-time Master’s degree program | INR 36,200 (monthly) |
Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
| Disabled students studying in Class 11 to Postgraduate level or pursuing a Diploma course recognized by UGC or AICTE | Up to INR 4,000 |
Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana scholarship | Students pursuing Science in Class 12 to Postgraduate degree in the same/related field | to INR 28,000 |
Promotion of Science Education Scholarship (POSE) | Candidates with a minimum of 85% or 90% marks in 12th Board exams and those pursuing a degree in Natural and Basic Science | INR 22,000 |
HDFC Bank Parivartan’s ECS Scholarship Beyond School Programme (Merit-Cum-Means Based) | Candidates pursuing non-professional courses at the Undergraduate/Postgraduate level at a recognized college/university, or those pursuing Polytechnic/Diploma courses after 10th or 12th and having a minimum of 55% marks in the qualifying exam
| INR 75,000 |
Merck India Charitable Trust (MICT) Scholarship Program
| Candidates with a minimum of 80% marks in the 10th Boards exam
| INR 35,000 |
Santoor Scholarship | Female candidates who have passed 10th & 12th classes from a government school or junior college | INR 24,000 |
Dhirubhai Ambani Scholarship Programme
| Eligible students with a State/CBSE rank in Class 12 (including Specially-abled students) | INR 41,000 |
IGCAR Junior Research Fellowship
| Students holding a Graduate/Postgraduate degree with a minimum of 55% marks | INR 31,000 (monthly for the first 2 years) |
Oasis Post-matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students | Candidates belonging to the SC/ST group who are enrolled in Post-matriculation or Post-secondary degree
| INR 550 (monthly) |
Kotak Kanya Scholarship | Female candidates pursuing any professional courses | INR 1,00,000 |
AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls | Female students pursuing a Diploma/Degree course in the 1st year of study | INR 8,00,000 |
Owing to the rising demand for B.Ed studies and job openings, the State/Central Government provides scholarship programs to meritorious students belonging to the economically weaker sections of society who want to pursue B. Ed after Graduation. Many of the B.Ed scholarships include waivers on the college fees, tuition fees etc.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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Widow-Abandoned Chief Minister (B.Ed.) Sambal Yojana | Divorced/abandoned female students working/studying in any of the state/non-state training institutes in Rajasthan | Refund on the institution fees |
UGC Emeritus Fellowship | Teachers who have retired from colleges and universities approved under the UGC Act | INR 10,000 (monthly) + other benefits |
CARE Rating Scholarship Scheme | Meritorious candidates pursuing M.com/PGDM/MBA/ B. Sc/B. Ed and Bachelor of Designing | INR 25,000 |
Vidyasaarathi MPCL Scholarship | Candidates pursuing B. Ed courses and education in ITI, Nursing etc. | INR 8,000 |
Tata Trust Scholarship for B. Ed and D. Ed Students | Meritorious candidates who belong to Northeast India | Waiver on the institution and tuition fees |
Deserving students aiming to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree have a pool of BA scholarships to apply for. There are several private institutes that offer international scholarships to candidates excelling in the academic field but do not have the funds to pursue higher education abroad. Besides, the Government also provides financial support through various BA scholarship programs in India to those who meet the eligibility criteria.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artistes in Different Cultural Fields | Students between 18 and 25 years of age | INR 5,000 (monthly) |
Saryu Doshi Graduate Fellowships in Liberal Arts & Sciences | Students graduating from a recognized Indian university/institute | INR 3,00,000 |
Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Scholarship | Students pursuing PhD/PG/UG courses | 750 Euros + other benefits |
Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarship | Students with a First Class degree from a recognized institute/university | USD 1,00,000 |
Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme | Students between 10 and 14 years of age | INR 9,000 |
Scholarships in Pharmacy are provided to deserving students pursuing a Doctorate/Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy. Eligible candidates can apply for both national and international Pharmacy scholarships in India through several portals. These scholarships are conducted by both Government and private healthcare departments.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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Scholarships at Future Institute of Pharmacy
| Candidates with excellent academic records and achievements in the domain of sports and culture | Complete or partial waivers on tuition fees |
Sitaram Jindal Scholarships
| Candidates pursuing Class 11 to Postgraduation, including professional/diploma/ITI courses | INR 3,200 (monthly) |
NET JRF Fellowship
| Candidates pursuing a Doctoral degree | INR 28,000 (monthly) + other benefits, such as HRA and Special Allowances |
Swarnajayanti Fellowship
| Scientists pursuing research in the field of Science & Technology | Up to INR 25,000 |
Nationwide Education and Scholarship Test [NEST]
| Candidates pursuing Class 9 to Diploma in Engineering or an Undergraduate degree in Pharmacy/Science/Engineering | Up to INR 50,000 |
Recently, Nursing has gained immense recognition both nationally and internationally. With the evolution of healthcare needs and the rise in demand for compassionate, skilled nurses, many Indian students are aspiring to pursue a career in nursing. However, owing to the cost of Nursing education, not everyone can afford to study at reputable institutes. Recognizing the importance of fostering talent in this field, several government organizations and institutions offer Nursing scholarships specifically designed to financially support meritorious students and help them realize their dream of contributing to the healthcare system.
Name of the Scholarship | Eligibility | Reward |
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Lila Poonawalla Foundation Scholarship
| Only female candidates below 20 years of age with a minimum of 60% marks in Classes 10 & 12 (exclusively for colleges in Pune/Wardha) | INR 60,00 for colleges in Wardha
INR 1,00,000 for colleges in Pune |
ACC Vidyasaarathi Scholarship
| Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 and annual family income not exceeding INR 5 Lakhs | Up to INR 20,500 |
Mother Teresa Scholarship
| Candidates belonging to Minority Communities from Kerala with a Diploma/merit in Nursing and annual family income not exceeding INR 8 Lakhs | INR 15,000 |
Timken Scholarship
| Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 and annual family income not exceeding INR 8 Lakhs | Up to INR 75,000 |
National Merit Scholarships
| Students demonstrating excellent performance in academics and extracurricular activities | INR 10,000 (monthly) + complete waiver on tuition fees |
BML Munjal University MBA Scholarships offer various financial aid options for meritorious and deserving students. Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, attendance, and entrance exam scores, such as CAT, GMAT, XAT, and NMAT. Dean’s Scholarships provide up to 100% tuition waivers for top achievers, while program-specific awards range from 10% to 50% based on merit.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : BML Munjal University
IDFC FIRST Bank MBA scholarship is designed to bridge the gap between deserving students and their dreams of obtaining an MBA. This need-based scholarship is available for students coming from families with an income of less than INR 6 lakh per annum. A total of 350 scholarships are awarded to students interested in pursuing postgraduation in business management. A total amount of INR 2 lakh is offered over the course of two years of full-time MBA.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : IDFC Bank
UPESMET MBA Scholarship is a merit-based financial assistance program aimed at encouraging academic excellence and supporting deserving students in pursuing their MBA aspirations. Applicable only to regular MBA courses (excluding the Global Pathway Program), this scholarship provides a 20% tuition fee waiver for the first and second semesters, easing the financial burden on students.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Dehradun
NMAT by GMAC MBA Scholarship offers financial aid to candidates pursuing MBA programs at select Indian business schools. Through this initiative,13 partnering institutions provide scholarships based on NMAT scores, academic achievements, and professional or extracurricular profiles. Candidates who excel in the NMAT may receive tuition fee waivers ranging from 10% to 100%, depending on their scores and school criteria.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : GMAC
ONGC MBA Scholarship provides financial support to Indian students from economically weaker backgrounds, focusing on SC/ST, OBC, and general categories. It offers up to INR 48,000 annually for students pursuing MBA. Eligibility is based on academic merit and family income, with preference given to Below Poverty Line (BPL) candidates. The scholarship aims to promote equal educational opportunities, encouraging professional growth in diverse sectors. The application process is conducted online where the applicants need to meet specific academic and income criteria.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : ONGC
Indian School of Business or ISB PGP scholarships are available to reduce financial barriers and support a diverse, talented student body. These scholarships range from need-based and merit-based awards to those focused on diversity and industry-specific interests. Some scholarships are provided directly by ISB, while others come from corporate and philanthropic partners. Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria, with amounts varying by award. These funding opportunities aim to ensure that deserving candidates can access ISB’s world-class education.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : Indian School of Business
IRMA Merit-based PGDM Scholarship aims to recognize and reward high-achieving students pursuing the Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management (PGDRM) at the Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA). This scholarship is awarded to academically exceptional candidates, helping alleviate the financial burden of tuition fees and allowing students to focus on their studies and career goals. It encourages talent in rural management by making IRMA’s unique and impactful program more accessible to dedicated and deserving students, fostering leadership in rural development and social impact.
Application Date : Ongoing - 26 Dec,2024
Awarding Body : Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA)
Ericsson Empowering Girl MBA Scholarship Program 2025 provides financial assistance to meritorious girl students across India pursuing studies in the 2nd year of an MBA program. The scholarship offers INR 75,000 per year to cover academic expenses such as tuition fees, hostel charges, books, and other learning resources. Eligible candidates must have a GPA of at least 6.5 and a family income not exceeding INR 6,00,000. The program aims to empower underprivileged students, supporting their educational journey and enhancing their career prospects in the ICT and management sectors. The deadline for applications varies by year.
Application Date : Ongoing - Dec,2025
Awarding Body : Ericsson
Scholarship Amount : ₹ 75000
IIM Ahmedabad MBA Research Assistantship offers MBA graduates a unique opportunity to collaborate with renowned faculty on impactful research projects. This role includes providing academic support, addressing participant queries, evaluating assignments, and assisting in the development of course materials. Ideal candidates possess an MBA with a focus on fields like statistics, operations research, or computer science and have skills in R and Python. With a monthly stipend of INR 40,000, this assistantship not only provides financial support but also invaluable, hands-on experience in real-world problem-solving, making it an excellent stepping stone for careers in academia, research, or management.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : IIM Ahmedabad
Scholarship Amount : ₹ 40000
IIM Ahmedabad MBA Research Associateship 2025 offers a unique opportunity for MBA graduates to engage in impactful research focused on women’s representation in corporate leadership roles. Ideal candidates will have expertise in statistical tools like Stata and SPSS, as well as proficiency in data scraping, dataset creation, and analysis. The position provides valuable exposure to cutting-edge research while offering remuneration based on qualifications and experience. Applications require submission of a cover letter, CV, and a completed Google Form. The initial appointment is for 6 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance.
Application Date : To be updated soon
Awarding Body : IIM Ahmedabad
The University of Queensland MBA Scholarship 2025 offers domestic students pursuing an MBA program or its pathway options (GCBA/GDipBA) the opportunity to receive partial funding of 25% of their tuition fees. This scholarship is designed to support full-time and part-time students who demonstrate academic excellence, managerial experience, and a commitment to community involvement. Applicants are required to submit a detailed CV, a work-related reference, and a personal statement in video format, showcasing their leadership potential and career aspirations. With a focus on rewarding well-rounded candidates, this scholarship provides a valuable opportunity for aspiring business leaders to advance their careers at UQ.
Application Date : Aug,2025 - Nov,2025
(tentative)
Awarding Body : University of Queensland