The NIT Srinagar scholarship program aims to financially support deserving, financially underprivileged, and socially disadvantaged students and gives them equal opportunities to have quality education. The institute provides a very broad list of scholarships associated with central and state government programs and with certain scholarships as a result of some of the programs of private and sector financing. The Central Sector Scholarship of College and University students, Merit-cum-Means Scholarship of Minority students, Post- Matricarial Scholarship of SC/ST/OBC/ Minority communities and Top Class Education Scheme are some of the prominent scholarships offered.
NIT Srinagar Scholarship Types
NIT Srinagar is committed to aiding students in their academic journey by providing numerous financial aid and scholarship options. These scholarships aim to minimize the financial burden on students, thereby allowing them to focus on their studies. Here's an overview of the various scholarships and financial aid options that students can avail themselves of at NIT Srinagar:
| Scholarship / Scheme | Eligibility | Amount / Benefit |
| Central Sector Scholarship for College & University Students | Students scoring > 80% in Class XII; parental income ≤ INR 8,00,000/year | INR 10,000 per annum for UG; INR 20,000 per annum for PG |
| Scholarships for Top Class Education for Students with Disabilities | Students with ≥40% disability; admitted to full‑time course in the institution | The candidates can get maintainence allowance (INR 550 to INR 1600), disability allowance (INR 2,000 to INR 4,000), or book allowance (INR 1,000 per annum) |
| Merit‑cum‑Means Scholarship for Minority Students | Must belong to minority communities and family income< INR 2.5 lakh | Tuition fee of INR 20,000 p.a; maintenance allowance of INR 10,000 p.a for hostellers, INR 5,000 for day scholars |
| Post Matric Scholarship for Minority Communities | Students from minority communities; secured ≥ 50% marks in previous exam; parental income ≤ INR 2,00,000/year | Financial assistance toward course/tuition fees + maintenance allowance |
| Prime Minister’s Scholarship for RPF/RPSF Wards | Ward or widow of ex‑RPF/RPSF personnel; admission in professional / recognized courses | Monthly stipend: INR 2000/month for boys, INR 2,250/month for girls |