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About MIT Bangalore Scholarships 2026
MIT Bangalore Scholarship 2026 is offered to students as financial aid to help them pursue their academic careers without any constraints. Students with exemplary academic records and scores in qualifying examinations are awarded these scholarships.
Manipal Institute of Technology ensures validation and awards everyone's effort in academics or other fields. More detailed information about the MIT Manipal scholarships is given below.
Table of Contents
- About MIT Bangalore Scholarships 2026
- MIT Bangalore Freeship Scholarship 2026
- MIT Bangalore Scholar Scholarship 2026
- MIT Bangalore Achiever Scholarship 2026
- MIT Bangalore Other Scholarships 2026
- MIT Bangalore International Scholarship 2026
- MIT Bangalore Financial Aids 2026
- MIT Bangalore Scholarship Guidelines 2026
- How to Apply for MIT Bangalore Scholarships 2026?
MIT Bangalore Freeship Scholarship 2026
MIT Bangalore Freeship Scholarship offers the highest level of tuition fee waiver (often up to 100%) for top-ranking students. It forms part of the combined Freeship & Scholar category. The details of various MIT Bangalore scholarships are given below.
- Applies to BTech programs at MIT Manipal and MIT Bengaluru.
- Allocated based on Manipal Entrance Test (MET) rank and Class 12 performance.
- Limited slots: Combined with Scholar, covers 5% of general category intake per branch.
- Starts from the first year and continues for the entire 4-year duration.
- Confirmed after achieving minimum 8.0 CGPA with no backlogs in Semester 1.
- Renewal requires maintaining high academic performance (typically 8.0+ CGPA annually) and no disciplinary issues.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | ≥80% in Physics + Maths + Optional in Class 12; Top MET ranks |
| Quota | Part of 5% general intake per branch (combined with Scholar) |
| Benefits | Highest tuition waiver (up to 100%) |
| Duration | Full 4 years (from Year 1) |
| Selection | Automatic based on admission merit list |
| Renewal Condition | ≥8.0 CGPA, no backlogs each year |
| Applicable From | Year 1 onward |
This scholarship targets absolute top performers right from admission.
MIT Bangalore Scholar Scholarship 2026
MIT Bangalore Scholar Scholarship provides substantial partial tuition waivers for meritorious students ranked just below Freeship level.
- Same scheme as Freeship but with lower waiver percentages.
- Combined quota with Freeship: 5% of general category seats per branch.
- Awarded automatically during MET counseling based on composite score (MET rank + Class 12 marks).
- Continues throughout the 4-year program if performance is maintained.
- Ideal for students with strong but not the very top MET ranks.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | ≥80% in Physics + Maths + Optional in Class 12; Good MET ranks |
| Quota | Part of 5% general intake per branch (combined with Freeship) |
| Benefits | Partial tuition waiver (typically 50-80%, varies by rank) |
| Duration | Full 4 years (from Year 1) |
| Selection | Automatic via counseling merit |
| Renewal Condition | ≥8.0 CGPA, no backlogs each year |
| Applicable From | Year 1 onward |
It supports a broader group of high achievers compared to Freeship.
MIT Bangalore Achiever Scholarship 2026
MIT Bangalore Achiever Scholarship rewards consistent academic excellence during the course, starting from the second year.
- Separate from Freeship/Scholar; excludes students already receiving those.
- Covers 5% of general category intake per branch.
- Based purely on college performance (annual CGPA from previous year).
- Awarded at the start of Years 2, 3, and 4.
- No award based on final (4th) year performance.
- Waiver amount varies with CGPA (higher CGPA = better waiver).
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Top academic performers in the branch (excluding Freeship/Scholar holders) |
| Quota | 5% general intake per branch |
| Benefits | Tuition waiver (20-50% or more, based on previous year's CGPA) |
| Duration | Years 2, 3, and 4 only |
| Selection | Automatic annual review of previous year's results |
| Renewal Condition | Re-assessed each year; depends on consistent high performance |
| Applicable From | Beginning of Year 2 (based on Year 1), Year 3 (based on Year 2), Year 4 (based on Year 3) |
This encourages students to maintain excellence throughout the program, even if they missed initial merit scholarships.
MIT Bangalore Other Scholarships 2026
The other MIT Bangalore scholarships offered are mentioned below.
MIT Bangalore HBSF Scholarship 2026
MIT Bangalore Harish anthat d Bina Shah Foundation (HBSF) - MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship, a need-based scholarship supports meritorious students from economically weaker sections pursuing BTech. It is primarily for MIT Manipal, but similar need-based considerations may apply across MAHE campuses, including Bengaluru.
- Launched in 2024 by alumnus Harish Shah's foundation.
- Targets students with strong MET ranks (typically All India Rank 1–10,000) but low family income.
- Provides full or substantial coverage of tuition fees, and in some cases hostel/mess.
- Aims to support around 60 students per year (total ~240 over 4 years), worth ~INR 12 crore annually.
- Requires separate application with income proof after admission.
- Continuation depends on maintaining good academic performance.
This is a major need-based option separate from merit categories.
MIT Bangalore Merit Scholarships for Wards of Defense Personnel 2026
MIT Bangalore MAHE offers dedicated merit scholarships for children of Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force personnel.
- Applies across various programs, including BTech at MIT Bengaluru.
- Based on merit (MET rank/Class 12) plus proof of parent's service.
- Provides tuition fee waivers (percentage varies).
- Separate category in MAHE scholarship list.
- Encourages applications from defense families.
MIT Bangalore Alumni Scholarship 2026
- This MAHE Manipal scholarship applies to wards of the university's alums who have completed their UG/PG or PhD courses.
- The alums must register themselves on the MIT Manipal Alumni portal.
- A scholarship amount of 10% concession on the tuition fee is awarded to the selected students.
- Students must note that they must pay the caution money and fees for the first year. The scholarship amount is balanced in the fees at the commencement of the second semester.
- Documents of the alums are required alongside the student’s documents during admission.
- This MIT Bangalore Scholarship 2026 will apply only to 2 children of the alums.
MIT Bangalore Scholarship for Konkani Speaking Students 2026
- Manipal Institute of Technology scholarships are offered in the form of a 10% tuition-fee waiver for UG and PG students whose mother tongue is Konkani language.
- Students require a letter from the passing out School Principal or Institute Director proving that the student’s mother tongue is Konkani.
- Students must note that they must pay the caution money and all fees for the first year. The scholarship amount is balanced in the fees at the commencement of the second semester.
MIT Bangalore External and Government Scholarships 2026
MIT Bengaluru students can apply for these through national/state portals (not direct MAHE schemes).
- AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver/Reimbursement: Up to full waiver for economically backward; income limits apply.
- National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Central schemes for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities; merit-cum-means.
- State Scholarships (e.g., Karnataka SSP): Post-matric for locals.
- Other: PM Scholarship, Indian Oil, etc., for engineering students.
MIT Bangalore Scholarship for Academy of General Education Students (SAGES) 2026
- This MIT Manipal scholarship is eligible for a few students who have completed two years of PUC for UG courses or qualifying examinations for other AGE colleges.
- The scholarship amount depends on the marks obtained and the annual income of the student’s parents.
- Students must note that those eligible for this scholarship also qualify for the Interest Subsidy on Education Loan Scholarship.
MIT Bangalore International Scholarship 2026
- MAHE Manipal scholarships are offered to scholar/achiever international and Indian students who are admitted under the NRI/NRI Sponsored/Foreign program.
- Students must score at least 75% in 10+2 (for UG) and graduation (for PG) to qualify for this scholarship.
- While the scholarship is awarded from the 1st year of the program, the achiever scholarship is awarded from the 2nd year onwards.
- Students must submit their passports, visa copies (for international students), Embassy certificates (for NRI-sponsored), and past academic records.
- Students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 7 or 70 per cent to continue the scholarship.
- The details of this MIT Bangalore Scholarship 2026 is displayed in the table below.
| Entry Level Marks | Scholarship Awarded (for Scholars) |
| 90% or above | 15% |
| 75% or above - 90% | 10% |
MIT Bangalore Financial Aids 2026
In addition to MIT Bangalore scholarships, the university also provides students with various financial aid in the form of educational loans. The details are elaborated below.
- Scholarships from the National Scholarship Portal by the Government of India
- Scholarships from the State Scholarship Portal by the Government of Karnataka
- Axis Bank Educational Loans
- Canara Bank Vidya Turant Scheme
- ICICI Bank iSMART Educational Loans Scheme
- State Bank of India Scholar Loan Scheme
Vidya Lakshmi Portal
- The Vidya Lakshmi is a first-of-its-kind portal wherein students can apply for an educational loan.
- This portal was developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services (Ministry of Finance), the Department of Higher Education (Ministry of Human Resource Development) and the Indian Banks Association (IBA).
- In addition, the NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited maintains the portal.
- This portal allows students to view, apply and track education loan applications to banks anytime and anywhere.
- Students must note that they must apply through the Vidya Lakshmi Portal to take an education loan.
MIT Bangalore Scholarship Guidelines 2026
The MIT Bangalore scholarship guidelines are as follows.
- Students must maintain the required attendance percentage every semester and have no backlogs or fail any papers.
- Students must note that no disciplinary action must be taken against them.
- Students must note that the scholarship amount cannot be exchanged for cash or cheque and is adjusted against the tuition fees.
- Before applying for the merit scholarships, students must thoroughly check the eligibility criteria. The scholarship is immediately revoked if the candidates are found ineligible at any level.
- Merit Scholarship students are required a CGPA of 7 or more to renew their scholarships after the first year.
- The MIT Bangalore Scholarship Committee can award or revoke the scholarship anytime.
- If the awarded students do not go forward with the admission, the scholarship is revoked, and a refund is granted to the university.
- Finally, students must note that they will not be awarded two MIT Bangalore scholarships. If a student is eligible for more than one scholarship, then only one will be chosen per the student's preference.
- If a student fails to follow the above guidelines, their scholarship can be withdrawn at any time.
How to Apply for MIT Bangalore Scholarships 2026?
Most scholarships at Manipal Institute of Technology Bengaluru (under MAHE) are tied to the BTech admission process. The steps are similar across categories, with differences for merit-based vs. need-based or special ones. Always check the official MAHE website (manipal.edu) or admissions portal for 2026 updates, as processes may change.
- Step 1: Apply for Admission
- Register and submit the online application for BTech via the common form on manipal.edu or apply.manipal.edu (covers MIT Manipal, MIT Bengaluru, and others).
- Pay the application fee.
- Step 2: Appear for Manipal Entrance Test (MET)
- Take the MET 2026 exam (key for merit evaluation in almost all scholarships).
- Aim for a strong rank, as most internal scholarships depend on it.
- Step 3: Participate in Counseling
- Join online MET counseling rounds.
- Select MIT Bengaluru and your preferred branch.
- Many scholarships (especially merit ones) are allocated here based on rank.
- Step 4: Secure Admission
- Pay the full first-year course fee + INR 10,000 refundable caution deposit initially.
- Scholarship adjustments/refunds happen later after verification.
- Step 5: Scholarship Confirmation & Renewal
- For Year 1: Often confirmed after Semester 1 results (e.g., minimum 8.0 CGPA, no backlogs).
- Excess fee refunded if scholarship approved.
- Renewal: Maintain required CGPA/academic performance annually.
