National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra provides a broad range of scholarships to its undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether they're in their first year or subsequent years. These scholarships are based on the merit earned in the most recent qualifying examination and adhere to the guidelines set by the institute and the Government of India. Let's take a closer look at some of the key scholarship schemes available at NIT Kurukshetra.
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NIT-Kurukshetra – Scholarship Overview
Here's a table that briefly outlines the scholarships that NIT Kurukshetra offers:
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Award |
| Merrit Scholarship | Should have scored a minimum of 60% or more in the last semester | 26 Scholarships available annually in each program |
| Merrit Cum Means Scholarship | Annual family income less than INR 2,50,000 (excluding HRA), minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying examination | N/A |
| National Scholarship | Minimum 60% marks in the last qualifying exam, annual family income less than INR 2,50,000 (excluding HRA) | INR 300/month for residents and INR 120/month for day scholars |
| National Scholarship for children of School Teachers | Children of working teachers in any recognized primary/secondary schools who have passed their last exam with 60% marks; annual family income less than INR 2,50,000 | N/A |
| Post Matric Scheduled Caste/Tribe Scholarship | Students of SC/ST categories with annual family income less than INR 2,50,000 | INR 425/month for residents and INR 190/month for day scholars |
| Alumni Association Scholarship | Financially weak students of NIT Kurukshetra B.Tech program | 5 scholarships of INR 2400 each per year |
These scholarships aim to support the academic journey of students at NIT Kurukshetra. In addition to the scholarships listed above, the institute also offers other scholarships and financial assistance. Some of these include the P & T Scholarship, Principal DM Sen Scholarship, Sh. R.P. Sahni Memorial Scholarship, and Sh. Shyam Sunder Dhingra Medal & Scholarship.
NIT-Kurukshetra – Scholarship Application Process
To apply for these scholarships, students can visit the NIT Kurukshetra official website and fill out the application form. For the Alumni Association Scholarship, the parents or guardians of the applicant must submit the required documents along with an affidavit detailing their income from all sources.
NIT-Kurukshetra – Scholarship FAQ
How can I apply for a scholarship at NIT Kurukshetra?
Students can visit the official NIT Kurukshetra website to fill out the application form for the desired scholarship.
Are undergraduate students at NIT Kurukshetra eligible for scholarships?
Yes, NIT Kurukshetra offers a variety of scholarships to undergraduates in their 1st to 4th years, based on their merit in the last qualifying examination.
Is a full tuition fee waiver available at NIT Kurukshetra?
Yes, SC/ST students whose annual family income is less than INR 2,50,000 can avail a full tuition fee waiver under the post-matric scholarship scheme.
