IIM Nagpur offers several scholarships to support MBA students from different financial and academic backgrounds. The institute provides merit-based, need-cum-merit, industry-supported and government-funded scholarships. These schemes help deserving students reduce their study expenses and continue their MBA without financial stress. Below are the main scholarships available for the MBA (2-year full-time) program at IIM Nagpur.
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IIM Nagpur Scholarships 2026 (Institute-Level Scholarships)
IIM Nagpur offers two in-house scholarships for MBA students. These scholarships are offered directly by IIM Nagpur. The selection process takes place in the first year through an internal evaluation. To be eligible for IIM Nagpur Merit Scholarship, candidates must have scored 95 percentile or above in CAT. IIM Nagpur Need-cum-Merit Scholarship is offered to candidates with an annual family income below INR 8 lakh.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | No. of Students | Benefit |
| IIM Nagpur Merit Scholarship | CAT 95 percentile or above | 10 | Full tuition fee waiver |
| IIM Nagpur Need-cum-Merit Scholarship | Family income below INR 8 lakh | 10 | Full tuition fee waiver |
IIM Nagpur K S Cheema Group Scholarship 2026
K S Cheema Group Scholarship provides additional support to students who meet IIM Nagpur’s income-based eligibility. The total scholarship amount is INR 10 lakh for 2 years. K S Cheema Group Scholarship is offered to candidates with an annual family income below INR 8 lakh.
| Details | Information |
| Type | Need-cum-Merit |
| Supported by | K S Cheema Group in partnership with IIM Nagpur |
| Total Scholarship Amount | INR 10 lakh for 2 years |
| Eligibility | Family income below INR 8 lakh |
IIM Nagpur Government of India Scholarships 2026
IIM Nagpur students can also apply for various central government scholarships based on category and eligibility. These schemes are available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Students must check full guidelines on the NSP Portal (scholarships.gov.in) before applying. Benefits differ based on the scheme.
| Scholarship Scheme | Ministry | Eligible Students |
| Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students | Ministry of Social Justice | Scheduled Castes |
| National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education | Ministry of Tribal Affairs | Scheduled Tribes |
| PM Yasasvi – Top Class Education Scheme | Ministry of Social Justice | OBC, EBC, DNT |
IIM Nagpur Other Scholarships 2026
IIM Nagpur students have previously applied for several national-level private scholarships. These scholarships are not directly affiliated with IIM Nagpur but are commonly used by students to support their education.
| Scholarship Name | Offered By |
| Federal Bank Hormis Memorial Foundation Scholarship | Federal Bank |
| IDFC First Bank Scholarship | IDFC First Bank |
| ONGC Foundation Scholarships | ONGC |
| Tata Steel Millennium Scholarships | Tata Steel |
IIM Nagpur Scholarship FAQs
What scholarships does IIM Nagpur offer for MBA students in 2026?
IIM Nagpur offers four types of scholarships in 2026: the IIM Nagpur Merit Scholarship, the IIM Nagpur Need-cum-Merit Scholarship, the K S Cheema Group Scholarship, and multiple Government of India schemes through the National Scholarship Portal.
Who is eligible for the IIM Nagpur Merit Scholarship 2026?
The IIM Nagpur Merit Scholarship is available to the top 10 MBA students who scored 95 percentile or above in CAT. Selected students receive a full tuition fee waiver.
What is the income limit for the IIM Nagpur Need-cum-Merit Scholarship?
IIM Nagpur Need-cum-Merit Scholarship is offered to MBA students with a family income below INR 8 lakh. Only 10 students are selected each year and they receive a full tuition fee waiver.
How many students receive scholarships directly from IIM Nagpur?
IIM Nagpur awards 20 institute-level scholarships every year, 10 Merit Scholarships and 10 Need-cum-Merit Scholarships.
What benefits does the IIM Nagpur K S Cheema Group Scholarship provide?
The K S Cheema Group Scholarship at IIM Nagpur provides INR 10 lakh over two years to MBA students with a family income below INR 8 lakh.
Can category students (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) apply for IIM Nagpur scholarships?
Yes, IIM Nagpur scholarships are open to students from all categories. SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and DNT students can also apply for central government scholarships such as Top Class Education, PM Yasasvi, and ST Higher Education Fellowships.
Does IIM Nagpur offer full fee waivers under its scholarships?
Yes. Both the IIM Nagpur Merit Scholarship and the IIM Nagpur Need-cum-Merit Scholarship offer a complete tuition fee waiver for the selected MBA students.
How can students at IIM Nagpur apply for Government of India scholarships?
IIM Nagpur students must apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). They can choose schemes like Top Class SC Scholarship, ST Higher Education Scholarship, and PM Yasasvi OBC/EBC/DNT scholarships.
Are there private scholarships that IIM Nagpur students have availed earlier?
Yes. IIM Nagpur students have previously received private scholarships such as the Federal Bank Hormis Scholarship, IDFC First Bank Scholarship, ONGC Foundation Scholarship, and Tata Steel Millennium Scholarship.
When does the IIM Nagpur scholarship selection process take place for MBA students?
The scholarship process at IIM Nagpur begins in the first year of the MBA program, where students submit applications and are shortlisted through an internal evaluation based on CAT score, income level, and eligibility criteria.
