B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology (BSAU) offers diverse financial aid options to meritorious, economically weaker, and minority students across its UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Management, Law, Pharmacy, and more. Scholarships cover up to 100% of tuition fees, based on academic excellence, entrance scores (e.g., JEE Main, CIEAT), family income, and category. In 2025, over 30% of students benefit from these schemes, including merit-cum-means awards and government-backed aid. Applications are integrated with admissions; early submission is key for maximum benefits.
BSAU Chennai Scholarships 2025
BSAU provides a mix of institute-specific and government scholarships, renewable annually based on CGPA (min. 7.5/10). Below is a detailed overview.
| Scholarship Type | Description & Benefits | Eligibility Criteria | Amount/Benefit (INR) | Application Process |
| Merit Scholarship | Awarded to top performers in entrance exams/academics. | 95%+ in 10+2 or top 10% in CIEAT/JEE Main; CGPA 8.5+ | 50-100% tuition waiver | Auto-considered during admission; submit marksheets. |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | For academically strong students from low-income families. | 85%+ in 10+2; family income < INR 4L; merit in entrance. | 30-75% tuition + hostel fee waiver | Apply via portal with income certificate; interview. |
| Bright Student Award | Special award for exceptional talent in sports/arts. | Achievements in national/international events; any stream. | Up to INR 50,000 one-time + 25% waiver | Submit certificates during admission; selection committee review. |
| Post Matric Scholarship | Government scheme for SC/ST/OBC students. | SC/ST/OBC category; family income < INR 2.5L; 50%+ marks. | Full tuition + maintenance (INR 5K-20K/month) | Apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); institute verification. |
| Government Scholarship | Tamil Nadu/Ministry of Minority Affairs aids. | Domicile of TN; income < INR 6L; 60%+ marks. | INR 10,000-50,000/year + fee reimbursement | Online via e-District portal; BSAU endorsement required. |
| National Scholarship to Minority Students | For minority communities (Muslim, Christian, etc.). | Minority category; 50%+ marks; income < INR 2L. | INR 20,000-30,000/year | Apply via NSP portal; merit list based. |
| Earn While You Learn Scheme | Part-time work-study for needy students. | Family income < INR 3L; min. 6.0 CGPA; full-time student. | Stipend INR 5,000-10,000/month (up to 20 hrs/week) | Apply post-admission; campus jobs in labs/library. |