AFMI Mysore offers financial assistance to students through UGC Scholarships, Central Govt. Scholarships, and Govt. of Karnataka Scholarships. The scholarships are designed for merit-conscious and socially diverse students, such as SC/ST/OBC students and Single Girl Children. The main scholarships available include the Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Female students pursuing PG programs and reimbursement from the Social Welfare Department for students from a certain region. Through these scholarships and professional courses, AFMI bridges quality education and financial assistance for students in the agriculture business.
In addition, the institute promotes international exposure, entrepreneurship, and innovation with schemes such as National Overseas Scholarships and interest-free loans for the backward classes to pursue overseas or self-employment ventures to excel in global food and agricultural systems, which require students to be highly skilled in terms of social inclusiveness and professionalism.
- Agriculture and Food Management Institute UGC & Ministry of Education (GoI) Scholarships
- Agriculture and Food Management Institute Karnataka State Government Scholarships (SC/ST & OBC)
- Agriculture and Food Management Institute Overseas Education & Loan-Based Scholarship
- Agriculture and Food Management Institute Scholarship FAQs
Agriculture and Food Management Institute UGC & Ministry of Education (GoI) Scholarships
The Agriculture and Food Management Institute, Mysore, offers various scholarships, including those provided by the UGC and the Government of India, to recognize meritorious achievements, research excellence, and social inclusiveness. These schemes promote academic achievement, research output, and inclusive education for postgraduate students, research scholars, women candidates, and SC/ST students through merit-based scholarships, fellowships, and research grants. Refer to the table below for more AFMI Mysore scholarship details:
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Criteria / Benefits |
| Post-Graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holders | PG students with university rank | Merit-based financial assistance as per UGC norms |
| Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child | Single girl child enrolled in PG course | Monthly scholarship for entire course duration |
| Post Graduate Scholarship for SC/ST Candidates (Professional Courses) | SC/ST students in AICTE/UGC-approved PG courses | Financial support for tuition and academic expenses |
| Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (SC/ST) | SC/ST candidates pursuing MPhil/PhD | Monthly fellowship with contingency grant |
| Post-Doctoral Fellowship for SC/ST Candidates | SC/ST scholars with PhD | Fellowship for post-doctoral research |
| Post-Doctoral Fellowship for Women | Women candidates with PhD | Research fellowship support |
| Junior Research Fellowship (Engineering & Technology) | Candidates qualifying national eligibility tests | Monthly fellowship for research |
| Emeritus Fellowship | Retired teachers with distinguished service | Financial support for continued research |
| Research Awards for Teachers | Eligible faculty members | Grants for academic research |
Agriculture and Food Management Institute Karnataka State Government Scholarships (SC/ST & OBC)
Agriculture and Food Management Institute, Mysore also provides facilities for SC, ST, and OBC students to take advantage of schemes offered by the Karnataka State Government.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Criteria / Benefits |
| Social Welfare Department Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students with income certificate | Fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance |
| Merit Scholarship for Post-Matric Students (OBC) | OBC students meeting income criteria | Monthly scholarship based on merit |
| Training Programs for Unemployed OBC Students | OBC candidates within income limits | Free skill training with stipend |
| Competitive Exam Preparatory Training | OBC/SC/ST candidates | Coaching support and monthly scholarship |
| Skill Development Programs | Backward class students | Professional training with financial aid |
Agriculture and Food Management Institute Overseas Education & Loan-Based Scholarship
Agriculture and Food Management Institute, Mysore also encourages international education and career development through national and government-assisted loan and scholarship programs.
| Scholarship / Scheme Name | Eligibility | Criteria / Benefits |
| National Overseas Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students admitted to foreign universities | Financial assistance for tuition and living expenses |
| Interest-Free Loan for Overseas Studies | Backward class students with low family income | Loan up to INR 10 lakhs, interest-free |
| Education Loan Scheme (Backward Classes) | OBC students admitted to professional courses | Low-interest loan up to INR 10 lakhs |
| Self-Employment Loan Scheme | Unemployed backward class graduates | Loan up to INR 10 lakhs for entrepreneurship |
| D. Devaraj Urs Backward Classes Development Loan | Backward class students pursuing higher education | Interest-free or subsidised education loan |
Agriculture and Food Management Institute Scholarship FAQs
What types of scholarships are available at the Agriculture and Food Management Institute?
AFMI Mysore facilitates UGC, Government of India, Karnataka State Government, and overseas education scholarships that support merit-based, need-based, and category-specific students.
Does the Agriculture and Food Management Institute offer UGC scholarships to postgraduate students?
AFMI Mysore enables eligible postgraduate students to apply for UGC scholarships such as merit scholarships, fellowships, and research grants as per government norms.
Are SC/ST students eligible for scholarships at the Agriculture and Food Management Institute?
AFMI Mysore supports SC/ST students through multiple Government of India and Karnataka State Government scholarship schemes, including fee reimbursement and monthly fellowships.
Is there any scholarship for single girl students at the Agriculture and Food Management Institute?
AFMI Mysore allows eligible candidates to apply for the Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child, which provides monthly financial assistance during the PG course.
Does the Agriculture and Food Management Institute support research scholars financially?
AFMI Mysore facilitates fellowships such as the Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship, Junior Research Fellowship, and post-doctoral fellowships for eligible research scholars.
