Kohinoor Technical Institute (KTI), Mumbai, offers a range of scholarships to support students from diverse backgrounds and encourage academic, co-curricular, and financial inclusion. Scholarships at KTI help make technical education accessible, rewarding both merit and need across vocational, engineering, and IT programs.
Merit-Based Scholarships:Â Awarded to students with high academic performance in Class 10/12 or internal entrance/eligibility tests. Some top performers can earn scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition fees.
Need-Based Financial Assistance:Â For students with demonstrated financial constraints. Proof of low family income or BPL (Below Poverty Line) status is typically required. Benefits include partial fee waivers or hostel/support grants.
Government Scholarships:Â Reserved for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students as per GOI and Maharashtra norms (e.g., post-matric/minority scholarships, EBC scholarships), typically administered through government portals. These can cover fees, books, and stipends.
Private/Competitive Exam Scholarships:Â Students achieving outstanding results in state/national exams (like JEE, CET or recognized trade tests) are eligible for partial or full fee waivers.
Extracurricular Achievement Scholarships:Â Offered for achievements in sports, arts, or leadership, resulting in partial fee concessions or certificates.
Merit-Based:Â Minimum 75% in qualifying board exam or distinction in entrance/eligibility test.
Need-Based: Annual family income less than ₹2.5–4 lakh (documented with an income certificate).
Government Scheme:Â Belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/minority) with proper category certificates.
Competitive/Private:Â Proof of qualifying marks/rank in prescribed external examinations.
Extracurricular:Â State/national certificates or verifiable records in sports/cultural events.
Identify Scholarship:Â Choose from the list based on eligibility (merit/need/government/extracurricular).
Fill Application Form:Â Download or collect the KTI scholarship or government portal form.
Attach Documents:Â Include marksheets, category/income certificates, and achievement proofs as needed.
Submit Form: Hand over to KTI’s admission office (for institute scholarships) or upload on relevant government portal.
Verification:Â All claims are verified by the institute/government; students may be called for interview or documentation clarification.
Most KTI scholarships are renewed annually based on maintaing academic standing (minimum 60% or 'pass with distinction').
Government schemes typically require re-application with fresh income/category proof each year.
Duration:Â Valid throughout the program if eligibility is sustained and progress is satisfactory. Violations (poor attendance, low marks, code of conduct breach) can result in cancellation.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Benefits | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merit-Based Scholarship | ≥75% in qualifying exam or top 5% in KTI admission | Up to 100% fee waiver | KTI scholarship form + marksheets |
| Need-Based Financial Aid | Income < ₹2.5–4 lakh p.a., valid income proof | Partial fee waiver | KTI office with income docs |
| Gov. Reserved Category (SC/ST) | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/minority with caste/category documents | Govt. fee subsidies, stipends | Apply via MahaDBT or NSP portal |
| Competitive/Exam Scholarship | State/National exam rank/certification | Up to 100% fee waiver | Proof of rank + KTI/online form |
| Sports/Cultural Achievers | National/State awards, significant extracurriculars | Certificates, partial concession | KTI form + certificates |
Timely submission required; deadlines usually align with admissions season (April–July).
Transparent process: All eligible students can avail scholarships; merit list or verification updates available online and on notice boards.
Support for renewal queries provided by the KTI admissions/finance office.
KTI’s diverse scholarships and financial support mechanisms ensure that quality technical education is accessible to deserving and talented students from all walks of life in Mumbai and Maharashtra
| Course | Average Fees | Duration | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per year | 2 Months - 2 Years | |
| Certificate | ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 | 6 Months |