Techno India University (TIU), Kolkata, offers a broad spectrum of scholarship opportunities for deserving students, making higher education more accessible and rewarding both merit and need. Scholarships are provided directly by the university, the state/central government, and private/NGO bodies.
Merit-Based Scholarships:
Awarded for academic excellence (high entrance/board scores or university scholarship tests).
Also available for achievements in sports and cultural activities.
Means-Based (Need-Based) Scholarships:
Aimed at students from low-income families, based on proof of financial need.
Government Scholarships:
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means, Aikyashree (for minorities), Oasis (for SC/ST/OBC), Chief Minister Relief Fund (Nabanna), national portal scholarships, and more.
Private & Techno India Group Scholarships:
Pranab Mukherjee Merit Scholarship Examination (PMSE) and others, often require performance in talent hunts or entrance tests.
Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Benefits | Application Process |
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Pranab Mukherjee Merit Scholarship (PMSE) | 10th/12th students; Merit in PMSE test | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver, medals, laptop | Register + appear for PMSE exam; ranks determine grant |
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (SVMCM) | WB residents, min. 60–75% in last exam, income cap | INR 12,000–60,000/year (course dependent) | Online at SVMCM website, doc upload, verification |
Aikyashree Scholarship | Minority community, WB resident, need-based | Variable; covers tuition/living costs | Apply online via WBMDFC, submit required docs |
Chancellor’s Merit-cum-Means | High marks, need-based (income certificate) | Up to 100% tuition waiver, based on criteria | Apply with academics, income proof, reviewed by TIU |
Sports & Cultural Achievers Scholarship | National/international/state-level achievers | 25–100% tuition waiver depending on level | Submit achievement proofs, videos, letters, reviewed |
TIG Alumni/Group Institute Pass Scholarship | Passed from any TIG institution | 20% tuition fee waiver for first semester | Automatic—on meeting criteria and admission |
Government National Scholarships | As per central/state eligibility | Varies (fee waiver/stipends) | Usually online via NSP or relevant portals |
Academic Performance: Board/university marks (above 60-75% for most merit schemes).
Entrance Test Performance: PMSE, university scholarship examinations, etc.
Co-curricular Achievements: Sports, culture, or other fields at district/state/national/international levels.
Financial Need: Documented income below specified limits (usually INR 80,000–2,50,000 per annum depending on scheme).
Social Category: Reserved category or minority status for schemes like Aikyashree/Oasis.
Identify Suitable Scholarship(s): Check the latest details on the TIU scholarship page or relevant government portals.
Fill Out Forms: Apply online (TIU site or dedicated government portal for state/national scholarships).
Submit Documents: Required docs include marksheets, proof of income, certificates of sports/cultural achievements, category documents, and a passport photo.
Scholarship Exams: Some require a talent/scholarship examination (e.g., PMSE).
Verification: University or issuing body verifies your eligibility and documents.
Result Notification: Selection lists are published; benefits applied directly to tuition fees.
Annual Renewal: Most scholarships (SVMCM, PMSE, Chancellor’s) are renewable each year if you maintain the required academic performance (e.g., minimum semester CGPA) and have no disciplinary actions.
Documentation: Renewal may require submission of fresh marksheets and income/status proofs every year.
Duration: Tenure generally lasts for the regular duration of the course as long as criteria are met.