National Institute of Technology Rourkela

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Scholarships and Financial Assistance

Scholarships for students are designed to support meritorious and deserving candidates in pursuing quality technical education without financial constraints. At NIT Rourkela, meritorious students are encouraged through a wide range of scholarship schemes aimed at recognizing academic excellence, fostering innovation, and promoting inclusive access to education. The Institute also provides financial assistance in the form of selective scholarships and fee waivers to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Special scholarship schemes are available for SC, ST, OBC, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and female students. These scholarships may cover tuition fees, hostel charges, or provide monthly stipends, enabling students to focus on academic learning, research, and skill development. Scholarships at NIT Rourkela are offered through multiple sources, including alumni contributions, corporate sponsors, State Governments, and the Government of India. A well-defined procedure is followed for availing scholarships, and each application is carefully scrutinized and verified before approval.

Eligibility Criteria
Widows of deceased Armed Forces personnel Wards (sons/daughters) of deceased/ex-servicemen
Benefits
Monthly stipend (paid annually):
  • ₹2,500 per month for boys
  • ₹3,000 per month for girls
Detail Links
https://www.desw.gov.in/prime-ministers-scholarship-scheme-pmss

Eligibility Criteria
You must have confirmed first-year admission (for the relevant academic year) in an undergraduate or 5-year integrated engineering/technology program in one of the Top 50 NIRF-ranked engineering institutes in India (including IITs, NITs, etc.).
Preference Categories:
  • Girl students
  • Persons with disabilities (PwD)
  • Students with single/no parent
  • Transgender students
Benefits
  • 100% Annual Tuition Fee Coverage
  • Hostel & Mess Fees
  • Free Laptop in First Year
Detail Links
https://bhartifoundation.org/bharti-airtel-scholarship/

Eligibility Criteria
  • Residency: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
  • Education: The student should have passed their 10th or 12th grade in Bihar.
  • Family income: The annual family income of the student must be less than 50000
Benefits
Financial assistance: Helps students cover costs associated with higher education. Interest-free loan: The loan is provided without any interest.
Detail Links
https://www.7nishchay-yuvaupmission.bihar.gov.in/
https://www.bsefcl.bihar.gov.in/baee0721-1715-4c30-9129-c51009e33162

Eligibility Criteria
Scholarship assistance shall be provided in the first year of Technical or Professional degree programmes to students admitted through merit based on competitive entrance examination ranks.
Benefits
Scholarship (approx.) Technical/Professional Degree ₹600, Technical Diploma / Allied Courses ₹360, Non-Technical Degree (BA/B.Sc/B.Com, etc.) ₹180, Handicapped children studying in college ₹240
Detail Links
https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/SCSP/BSNL.pdf

Eligibility Criteria
Buddy4Study is a digital scholarship portal that helps students in India discover, apply for, and track scholarships both government and private from one place. It acts as a centralized marketplace for scholarships so students don’t have to search multiple sites or applications.
Benefits
It does not give a single scholarship itself instead, it lists many individual scholarship schemes that students can apply for through one portal
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/

Eligibility Criteria
Merit Scholarship
  • Awarded to students who secure high ranks or marks in board exams (e.g., rank 1–20 or high percentages).
General Scholarship
  • Given based on minimum academic percentage criteria at various educational levels (from Class V to Graduation/Post-graduation)
Benefits
Financial support during schooling, graduation, and occasionally technical/medical education, including help towards tuition and hostel costs for engineering/medical studies
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/ccl-coal-india-scholarship

Eligibility Criteria
Many different Chhattisgarh Scholarship schemes available for students (school, college & higher education) offered by the Government of Chhattisgarh
Benefits
Different scholarship schemes provide different benefits depending on eligibility, course, and category.
Detail Links
https://schoolscholarship.cg.nic.in/

Eligibility Criteria
The Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme is a national-level scholarship aimed at identifying and nurturing cultural talent among young children across India.
Benefits
Different scholarship schemes provide different benefits depending on eligibility, course, and category.
Detail Links
https://ccrtindia.gov.in/scheme-scholarships-ctss/

Eligibility Criteria
The EIL Scholarship is a financial assistance programme provided by Engineers India Limited (EIL) a Government of India Public Sector Enterprise aimed at meritorious and deserving SC (Scheduled Caste) and ST (Scheduled Tribe) students who are pursuing full-time undergraduate engineering courses in India.
Benefits
Upto Rs. 36,000/-
Detail Links
https://forstu.co/sdetails/187

Eligibility Criteria
Every scholarship has its own set of eligibility criteria that students need to fulfil and be eligible to apply for the scholarship opportunity
Benefits
According to student course Fee
Detail Links
https://ekalyan.cgg.gov.in/

Eligibility Criteria
Students must be in their first year of one of the following professional degree programs Passed Class 12 or equivalent with valid marks (usually 70 %+) Admission must be based on rank/merit in a competitive national or state-level entrance exam or counselling.
Benefits
Selected students receive ₹50,000 per year for each year of the course (typically up to 4–5 years depending on the program).
Detail Links
https://ffe.org/scholarships/#eligibilities

Eligibility Criteria
  • Students who have passed Class XII from a recognized Board of Secondary Education in India or 1st year under-graduate students on roll
  • Students belonging to socially and economically disadvantaged sections (SC/ST/OBC/BPL Category).
  • In addition we have some need cum merit based financial grants for General Category students especially for those students who have obtained above 90% marks in their Higher Secondary Exam and/or have been able to get admission in the first rate Institutions of Excellence in the country
Benefits
Tuition fee, maintenance allowance or hostel and mess charges as per our norms. Other necessary academic expenses such as books, travel, clothing, etc.
Detail Links
https://www.faeaindia.org/

Eligibility Criteria
Indian Citizen – Applicant must be a citizen of India.
  • Minimum Age – 18 years or above.
  • Education Level – Minimum qualification is Class 12 passed; graduates, post-graduates, or research students (including Ph.D.) can also apply.
Benefits
One-time award of ₹1,00,000 (One Lakh Rupees) to selected applicants; this is given to support the implementation or development of the proposed idea/innovation.
Detail Links
https://apply.ydfindia.org/enrol/index.php?id=178

Eligibility Criteria
  • Candidates must be Indian female students.
  • Candidates must have completed Class 12.
  • Students must be enrolled in first-year undergraduate courses at reputable (NIRF-accredited) institutions in STEM-related courses.
  • Also, students pursuing second-year B.Arch or five-year Integrated/Dual Degree courses are eligible to apply.
  • Applicants must have an annual family income of less than or equal to ₹ 8,00,000.
Benefits
Selected applicants will receive a scholarship of up to ₹1,00,000 per year for the duration of the course (For a maximum of four years), covering their actual expenses.
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/page/infosys-stem-stars-scholarship

Eligibility Criteria
  • You must be among the top 1% students in your Class XII Board Exams (State or Central Boards)
  • Alternatively, students with top ranks in national competitive exams such as JEE Advanced, NEET, NTSE, KVPY, etc. may also qualify if they choose science courses.
Benefits
  • ₹80,000 per year total support
  • ₹60,000 as a regular scholarship (₹5,000 per month)
  • ₹20,000 as a mentorship/research attachment grant for summer projects.
Detail Links
https://online-inspire.gov.in/?returnUrl=%2FScholarshipApplicationForm%2FIndex

Eligibility Criteria
Educational Levels Covered:
  • Class 11 & 12
  • ITI & Diploma courses
  • Undergraduate degrees (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech, etc.)
  • Postgraduate courses (MA, MSc, MBA, etc.)
  • Professional courses (Engineering & Medical)
Not Receiving Other Scholarships:
  • Applicants should not be receiving another scholarship/stipend from any other source concurrently.
Benefits
Monthly ₹2,500–₹3,200 (higher limit for girls/PH/ex-servicemen widows) Amounts vary by category & eligibility.
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/sitaram-jindal-foundation-scholarship-scheme

Eligibility Criteria
This is a State-level scholarship scheme offering various scholarship benefits depending on the student’s social category and family income.
Benefits
Different scholarship schemes provide different benefits depending on eligibility, course, and category.
Detail Links
https://highereducation.kerala.gov.in/index.php/scholarship-links

Eligibility Criteria
Open for meritorious girl students across India. Applicants must have scored at least 75% or more marks or equivalent CGPA in Class 12 board examinations. Applicant's annual family income must be less than INR 6,00,000.
Benefits
A scholarship amount of INR 1.5 lakh* per year will be given to each selected scholar till completion of her professional graduation course/degree.
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/page/kotak-kanya-scholarship

Eligibility Criteria
  • Academic Background: Final year B.E./B.Tech students in Civil or Electrical Engineering (EEE only).
  • Graduation Year: Expected to graduate in the relevant year (e.g., 2025 cycle).
  • Academic Performance: Minimum 70% aggregate marks or 7.0 CGPA (on a 10 point scale).
  • Age Limit: Typically not more than 23 years of age (subject to specific year guidelines).
  • Recognised Institute: Students should be from a recognised Indian University/College.
Benefits
Selected scholars receive a stipend of ₹13,400 per month for 24 months (full programme duration), helping cover living expenses.
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/l-t-build-india-scholarship

Eligibility Criteria
  • Educational Qualification: Passed Class 10/12 or currently enrolled in undergraduate/postgraduate courses in professional streams. • Professional courses include Engineering, Medicine, Management, and other technical fields.
  • Academic Performance: Minimum marks required (usually 60–75% depending on the course level).
  • Income Criteria: Family income should be below a specified limit, generally ₹4–6 lakh per annum.
  • Other Requirements: Must not be receiving another similar scholarship from other sources.
Benefits
  • Financial Support: The scholarship typically provides ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year, depending on the level of study and category.
  • Tuition & Academic Expenses: Can be used for tuition fees, books, accommodation, and other study-related expenses.
  • Duration: Usually renewable annually, subject to maintaining required academic performance.
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/lic-golden-jubilee-scholarship

Eligibility Criteria
Students currently pursuing undergraduate (UG) or postgraduate (PG) studies in India.
  • Must have scored at least ~60% in the previous academic year.
  • Family annual income should be below approx ₹8,00,000.
  • Open to students from all academic streams.
Benefits
Up to 50000/ year
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/page/mirae-asset-foundation-scholarship-program

Eligibility Criteria
  • The applicant must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
  • If the student has passed the 12th grade from the Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE), they must have at least 70% marks. For students from CBSE or ICSE boards, a minimum of 85% marks in 12th grade is mandatory. The applicant's family's annual income from all sources must not exceed ₹6 lakh.
  • The student must be enrolled in an undergraduate course at a recognized government or private college in Madhya Pradesh or at select national institutes.
  • For engineering students, it is necessary to rank within the top 150,000 in the JEE Mains exam.
Benefits
Full tuition fees or up to ₹1,50,000, whichever is lower, as per the institute’s fee structure
Detail Links
https://medhavikalyan.mp.gov.in/MMVY.aspx

Eligibility Criteria
Indian students who have secured admission (or are entering) into professional UG courses such as:
  • Engineering (B.E./B.Tech – including lateral entry)
  • Annual family income below a specified threshold (commonly ≤ ₹2,00,000 or similar, varies annually).
Benefits
Approximate total scholarship amounts (may vary by year/course): 45000-150000
Detail Links
https://www.northsouth.org/india-impact/india-scholarships/scholarship-guidelines/

Eligibility Criteria
PM YASASVI Central Sector Scheme of top Class Education in College for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
Benefits
Based on different schemes: 20000-200000
Detail Links
https://scholarships.gov.in/ApplicationForm/login

Eligibility Criteria
Central Sector Scholarship of top Class Education for SC ST Students
Benefits
Based on different schemes: 20000-200000
Detail Links
https://scholarships.gov.in/ApplicationForm/login

Eligibility Criteria
The NTSE scholarship is a government-funded scholarship awarded to students based on their performance in the two-stage National Talent Search Examination (NTSE).
Benefits
Undergraduate and postgraduate: Rs. 2,000 per month
Detail Links
https://ncert.nic.in/national-talent-examination.php?ln=en

Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria of different schemes hosted in the portal varies from scheme to scheme. Students studying in India and fulfilling the requirements of various scheme guidelines & Ministries are eligible to apply for the scholarships.
Benefits
The benefits of different schemes hosted in the portal varies from scheme to scheme
Detail Links
https://scholarship.odisha.gov.in/website/check-eligibility

Eligibility Criteria
  • Academic Performance: Minimum 60% marks in 12th standard (for UG) or 60% in graduation (for PG).
  • Income Limit:SC/ST family income usually ≤ ₹4.5 lakh per year
  • OBC / General EWS family income usually ≤ ₹2 lakh per year
  • Age Limit: Typically up to ~30 years (for academic cycle).
  • Course Recognition: Institute/course must be government recognized (e.g., UGC/AICTE/MCI etc.).
  • No other major scholarship: Applicants should not be receiving another scholarship concurrently.
Benefits
Selected 1000 students will receive a scholarship of INR 48,000 each on an annual basis to enable them to complete their education.
Detail Links
https://ongcscholar.org/#/fellowshipScheme

Eligibility Criteria
First three toppers from each year of the following streams of engineering:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metallurgical Engineering
Selection Procedure
  • The selection of students from 1st year will be based on the entrance exam ranking considered by college at the time of the selection
  • The selection of students from 2nd year will be based on the academic performance of the previous year.
Benefits
Engineering - INR 80,000 per Student
Detail Links
https://jindal.opjems.com/award.aspx

Eligibility Criteria
  • Completed first year of degree (or currently enrolled) in a recognized government/UGC-approved institution.
  • Must have a strong academic record (First Class distinction typically 75% or above).
  • Age not above ~30 years.
  • Family annual income not exceeding ₹4,00,000 per year (means-based criterion).
  • Relevant mark sheets and documents to prove academics and eligibility.
Benefits
The selected candidates will receive financial assistance in the form of a cheque.
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/priyadarshni-academy-student-scholarship

Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate (UG) Scholarship: First-year undergraduate students enrolled in any full-time degree course across India (all streams).
  • Must have passed Class 12 board exams (HSC) with at least 60% marks.
  • Household income below ₹15 lakh per year (preference to those below ₹2.5 lakh).
Postgraduate (PG) Scholarship: First-year PG students in selected programs such as Computer Science, AI, Engineering fields, Renewable Energy, Life Sciences, etc.
Benefits
The total amount of scholarship available over the duration of the degree programme, will be up to INR 2 Lakhs
Detail Links
https://www.scholarships.reliancefoundation.org/UG_Scholarship.aspx

Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must:
  • Be not more than 30 years of age.
  • Be a student of Class 11 or 12, ITI, Diploma, Graduation, or Post-Graduation in General, Medical, or Engineering fields.
  • Have an annual family income of: Up to ₹4,00,000 in case of salaried employees, or Up to ₹2,50,000 in case of non-salaried/self-employed persons.
Benefits
Financial support for covering tuition fees Assistance for the expenses of study materials Accommodation expenses for hostellers
Detail Links
https://www.buddy4study.com/scholarship/sitaram-jindal-foundation-scholarship-scheme

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
  • Be Indian nationals.Be pursuing an undergraduate degree (any year) from a premier university/college in India, listed among the Top 300 institutes as per the latest NIRF rankings.
  • Have secured a minimum of 7.0 CGPA or 75% marks in the previous academic year.
  • Have a gross annual family income of up to ₹6,00,000.
Benefits
Up to ₹ 75,000 For UG
Up to ₹ 2,50,000 For PG
Detail Links
https://www.sbiashascholarship.co.in/

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfill the following conditions:
  • Only first-year students are eligible to apply.
  • Applicants must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the Class 12 examination.
  • The annual family income of the applicant should be less than ₹12,00,000.
  • Candidates must have cleared JEE or NEET in the same year as their admission.
  • Students who have taken a drop year are not eligible.
  • Preference will be given to students who have studied in government schools.
  • 30% of the total scholarships are reserved for female applicants.
Benefits
Financial assistance of up to ₹50,000 per year** All students will apply for renewal every year and renewal is subject to maintaining a minimum 8 CGPA for Engineering courses
Detail Links
https://www.swamidayanand.org/scholarship-india

Eligibility Criteria

A special loan product will enable collateral free, guarantor free education loans; made accessible through a simple, transparent, student-friendly and entirely digital application process.

Furthermore, for students with up to Rs. 8 lakhs annual family income, the scheme will also provide for 3% interest subvention on loans up to Rs 10 lakh.

This is in addition to the full interest subvention already offered to students with up to Rs. 4.5 lakhs annual family income.

The Scheme is applicable for all Scheduled Banks/Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)/Cooperative Banks.

Benefits
Loan amounts up to ₹7.5 lakhs will be provided a 75% credit guarantee by the Government of India, to support banks to expand coverage.
Detail Links
https://pmvidyalaxmi.co.in/AboutScheme.aspx

Eligibility Criteria
Vidyasaarathi is an online scholarship platform created and managed by Protean eGov Technologies Ltd. (formerly NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure) that serves as a single-window portal for students to browse and apply for multiple education scholarship schemes offered by various corporates and organizations across India.
Benefits
It does not give a single scholarship itself instead, it lists many individual scholarship schemes that students can apply for through one portal
Detail Links
https://www.vidyasaarathi.co.in/Vidyasaarathi/

In addition to the scholarships mentioned above, NIT Rourkela students can also benefit from a range of alumni-sponsored scholarships. These scholarships are instituted by distinguished alumni and alumni associations to support meritorious and deserving students. They are typically awarded based on criteria such as academic excellence, financial need, or overall performance, and aim to encourage talent, reduce financial burden, and strengthen alumni–student engagement within the institute.

Name of the Scholarship/Financial Assistance
1972 Batch Alumni Endowment Scholarship
P Anasuya Memorial Scholarship
P Vijayalakshmi Memorial Scholarships
R. K. Paramguru Scholarship
Shashikala Deo Memorial Scholarship
Prof. G. K. Roy Memorial Scholarships
Sqn. Ldr. Rudra Pratap Deo Memorial Scholarship
NITROAA Endowment Scholarship
Note: To apply for an Alumni Scholarship, log in to the NIT Rourkela ERP application (NITRis) and navigate through the following path: NITRis → Academic → Scholarships → Apply Scholarship.