If you're an aspiring student looking for financial aid to pursue your dream career, here are some scholarships that you might qualify for, offered under different schemes. These scholarships have various eligibility criteria including academic performance, family income, and specific social categories.
DSU – Overview of Scholarships
The following table summarizes the key details of each scholarship:
Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount |
Mukhyamantri Yuva Swalamban Yojana (MYSY) | 80+ percentile in 12th Science and family income less than Rs. 6 lakh/annum | Rs. 50,000 or 50% of tuition fees, whichever is less |
Freeship Card for Scheduled Caste Candidates for Post Metric Scholarship | Student from SC or ST category and family income less than Rs. 2,50,000/annum | 100% tuition fees |
Scholarship for SEBC/OBC Category | Student from OBC category and family income less than Rs. 2,50,000/annum | Rs. 50,000 |
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) | Family income less than Rs. 6 lakh/annum | Waiver of tuition fee (Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 approx) |
DSU – TFWS - Detailed Information
The Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) holds its unique position as it covers the entire tuition fee of the students. It's designed for those whose parents earn less than Rs. 6 lakh per annum. The scheme covers 5% of total seats. For instance, if there are 60 seats available, 3 of them will be reserved for TFWS. The admission is decided strictly based on merit through the admission committee. The fee waiver remains applicable throughout the course duration (4 years).
DSU – Required Documents
For availing the benefits of the TFW Scheme, students need to submit specific documentation. It includes an income certificate issued after 31st March from either 'Mamlatdar', 'Taluka Development Officer (TDO)', or 'Collector(Jan Seva Kendra)' at the time of the application form filling (registration for admission). Please note, other documents like Income tax returns, Certificate issued by 'Sarpanch' will not be acceptable.