The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) understands the financial struggles students may face when pursuing higher education. Hence, they offer a myriad of scholarships and freeships to ease this burden and encourage academic excellence. UPES Dehradun provides numerous scholarships based on merit and various other criteria, including a special provision for bonafide residents of Uttarakhand. Here's a detailed look at the various scholarship opportunities offered by UPES.
UPES Dehradun Scholarships
UPES offers a diverse range of scholarships to its students. Some are based on academic achievements, while others are awarded to sports stars, UPES alumni, and children or siblings of UPES employees. These scholarships are intended to promote academic excellence, support talented athletes, and encourage lifelong engagement with UPES. Here’s a brief overview of the different scholarships available:
| Scholarship | Details |
| UPES Academic Scholarships | Based on academic performance in class 12th, JEE Main, and CUET. |
| UPES Bonafide Uttarakhand Student Scholarships | For Uttarakhand residents fulfilling specific conditions. |
| UPES Fellowship for M.Tech & M.Des Students | Students with valid GATE scores can avail stipend and research grant. |
| UPES Scholarships for MBA | Available for graduates from any accredited university test. |
| UPES Scholarship Based On Academic Performance | Academic scholarship for 2nd year onwards based on performance. |
| UPES Alumni Scholarships | Applicable to UPES alumni meeting the eligibility criteria. |
| UPES Sports Scholarships | Available for talented sports individuals based on their achievements. |
| UPES Employee Ward Scholarship | Offered to two children of UPES employees. |
| UPES Employee Sibling Ward Scholarship | Available for two siblings of UPES employees. |
UPES Dehradun Academic Scholarship Opportunities
UPES Dehradun offers scholarships to students who showcase outstanding academic performance in their class 12th examination, JEE Main, or CUET. This scholarship is eligible for undergraduate programs, barring the Global Pathway Program (GPP). The scholarship amount varies, ranging from 10% to 30% of the tuition fees for the first two semesters. The table below indicates the percentage of scholarship based on the student's performance:
| Category | Score | Scholarship Percentage (Girls) | Scholarship Percentage (Boys) |
| 12th Overall Marks/ JEE-Main/ CUET | 60% - 75% / 80% - 90% / 80% - 90% | 10% | --- |
| 12th Overall Marks/ JEE-Main/ CUET | 75.01% - 85% / 80.01% - 90% / 80.01% - 90% | 15% | 10% |
| 12th Overall Marks/ JEE-Main/ CUET | 85.01% - 90% / 90.01% - 94.99% / 90.01% - 94.99% | 20% | 15% |
| 12th Overall Marks/ JEE-Main/ CUET | 90.01% - 94.99% / >=95% / >=95% | 25% | 20% |
| 12th Overall Marks/ JEE-Main/ CUET | >=95% / >=95% / >=95% | 30% | 25% |
UPES Scholarship for Bonafide Uttarakhand Student
UPES provides a special scholarship to bonafide residents of Uttarakhand. To avail this scholarship, students must submit the 'Sthai Niwas Praman Patra' Certificate with the admission form and an Income Certificate proving a gross family income below INR 12 lakh per annum, accompanied by the latest income tax return.
UPES Dehradun Fellowship for M.Tech & M.Des Students
UPES offers a stipend of up to INR 12,400 per month to M.Tech program students who have a valid GATE score of 75 percentile and above. These students are also eligible for a research grant up to INR 50,000, subject to the university's rules and regulations.
UPES Dehradun Scholarship for MBA
UPES offers scholarships to MBA aspirants who have graduated from any recognized university test listed under AIU. This scholarship provides a 20% tuition fee waiver for the first and second semesters. However, this scholarship is not renewable and is applicable only for the first year.
UPES Dehradun Scholarship Based On Academic Performance
From the second year onwards, UPES offers an academic scholarship to 10% of enrolled students (or 1 student if higher) based on their outstanding academic performance. The scholarship benefits vary, with the top performer receiving a 20% fee waiver, the second-best performer receiving a 15% fee waiver, and other eligible students receiving a 10% fee waiver.
UPES Dehradun Alumni Scholarship
UPES rewards its alumni by offering a 50% tuition fee waiver for the full duration of their chosen program. This scholarship is applicable to alumni who graduated from 2019 onwards and meet the eligibility criteria for the academic year 2024-25 of the respective programs.
UPES Dehradun Sports Scholarship
UPES supports talented sportspersons through its Sports Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded based on the student's achievements at national and international levels. The table below presents the scholarship details based on the level of representation and achievement:
| Level of Representation | Achievements | Scholarship/ Freeship |
| International | Medal holders (Gold/Silver/Bronze) at the International Level | 100% tuition fees and hostel freeship |
| International | Participation at the International Level | 75% on Tuition fees |
| National | Medal holders (Gold/Silver/Bronze in a team game and fourth place in an individual sport) | 50% on Tuition fees |
| National | Participation at the National Level | 35% on Tuition fees |
UPES Dehradun Employee Ward Scholarship
UPES offers a fee concession of 75% to two children of UPES employees. This concession covers the semester cost for the first year of the program. The concession could be continued to subsequent years if the ward meets certain conditions related to discipline and university regulations.
UPES Dehradun Employee Sibling Ward Scholarship
UPES provides a fee concession equivalent to 50% of the Semester Fee for the first year to two siblings of UPES employees. The continuation of this concession to subsequent years is subject to the ward's adherence to university rules and discipline.
UPES Dehradun Scholarship FAQs
How can Uttarakhand State Board toppers avail scholarships?
Scholarships at UPES are proivded to the Uttarakhand State Board toppers under a reserved quota in 15% seats of residents of Uttarakhand. They have to present a permanent residence certificate. Boys who are eligible receive a waiver of 25 percent of their tuition and girls receive a waiver of 35 percent of their tuition during the first year of study. The scholarship is renewable according to the performance in the next semesters.
What types of scholarships does UPES Dehradun offer?
UPES has several other scholarships such as merit, domicile, girl child, sports, free ships to economically weaker areas, research and alumni. Scholarships are offered according to academic record, entrance examination scores, economic status, and special groups as a way of serving a rich and diversified student body.
Are there merit-based scholarships for B.Tech students?
Yes there are some merit based scholarships on B.Tech students who have good marks in their Class 10 and Class 12 board exams and good PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) marks. Such scholarships may offer up to 30 per cent fee waiver as per the rank of merit. Scholarships are restricted to 10 percent of the seats per B.Tech program and are initially given in the first semester.
Are there any special scholarships offered for research programs at UPES Dehradun?
UPES also provides special research M.Tech and M.Des scholarship and fellowships. These fund outcome-based research, such as grants up to 50,000 for some projects to achieve innovation and development within university requirements.
Does UPES offer scholarships for B.Sc and Humanities students?
Yes, B.Sc Hons. UPES offers up to 40 percent scholarships in Economics, Finance and other humanities courses. These are merit-based scholarships that motivate students who are performing well in these fields.
How do I apply for scholarships at UPES?
Students may fill the scholarship section in the application form to apply to different scholarships. They will need to present all the documentation required, including academic transcripts, entrance exam scorecards, domicile certificates in case of necessity, and income proofs. These credentials are assessed alongside merit and eligibility criteria in order to award scholarships.
Does UPES offer scholarships for LLB and BBA courses?
No, UPES does not provide any scholarships in professional courses such as LLB and BBA. The tuition fee waivers can be availed to eligible students depending on their academic scores or category status within the available scholarship quota.
Are scholarships available for economically backward students?
Yes, UPES has need-based free ship scholarship; it gives total or partial waiver of tuition fees to students who belong to the economically poor background. These scholarships demand the production of income certificates and financial need.
What documents are required for scholarship application?
The applicants should submit certificates of Class 10 and 12, entrance exam results (JEE, NMAT, CAT, CUET), domicile certificates (state-based scholarships), income certificates (need-based scholarships), and identification documents. To have a chance of being awarded a scholarship, these documents must be submitted in time at the time of admission.