NIT Kurukshetra Scholarships 2026

NIT Kurukshetra offers a range of scholarships through institute-specific awards, central government schemes, state government initiatives, and external bodies. These can be broadly categorized as:

• Merit-based: Rewarding academic excellence.
• Need-based: Supporting students from low-income families.
• Category-specific: For SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority/PwD students.
• National-level schemes: Administered via NSP for broader accessibility.

Scholarships are available for B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA, and PhD students, with many facilitated through the institute's scholarship cell.

Institute Scholarships Offered by NIT Kurukshetra

NIT Kurukshetra provides internal scholarships focused on merit and financial need. These are typically awarded based on academic performance and family income.

Merit Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes top-performing students in each discipline.

Institute Free Studentship / Financial Aid

Offered to economically weaker students, this may include tuition fee waivers or stipends.

Alumni Association Scholarships

Sponsored by NITKAA or batches like RECK-66, these target needy first-year students.

Other performance-based awards may include top ranker incentives, subject to availability.

Central Government Scholarships for NIT Kurukshetra Students

Central schemes are primarily applied through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and include direct benefit transfer (DBT). Students from NIT Kurukshetra can apply if eligible, with institute verification.

• Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students (CSSS): For meritorious students; up to 82,000 slots nationally.
• Post-Matric Scholarships: For SC/ST/OBC students.
• Top Class Education Scheme for SC/ST: Full funding for premier institutes like NITs.
• Pragati Scholarship for Girls: AICTE scheme for female engineering students.
• Swanath Scholarship: For orphans or wards of armed forces personnel.
• National Fellowship for ST Students: For higher education.

Applications via NSP; eligibility includes minimum marks (e.g., 60% in 12th) and family income limits (e.g., below Rs. 8 lakhs for SC Top Class).

State Government & Category-Based Scholarships

Haryana-specific schemes are available via the Har-Chhatravratti portal or NSP, targeting domicile students.

• Haryana Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students: Tuition and maintenance allowance.
• Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities: For professional courses.
• State Merit Scholarship to UG/PG Students: Based on merit and poverty.
• Scholarships for OBC/EWS: Incentive schemes up to Rs. 5,000 per annum.
• PwD Scholarships: Additional support for students with disabilities.
• Minority Scholarships: Through state or central portals.

For Haryana domicile, full scholarships for SC/OBC in medical/engineering if family income qualifies.

Scholarship Amount & Benefits

Benefits vary by scheme but often include:

• Tuition Fee Waiver: Full or partial, especially for category-based schemes.
• Monthly Stipend: Up to Rs. 12,400 per month for GATE-qualified M.Tech students.
• Maintenance Allowance: For books, hostel, etc., as per norms.
• One-time vs Recurring: Many are annual, with renewal options.

For example, CSSS provides up to Rs. 20,000 per annum in later years, while state incentives offer up to Rs. 5,000. Always check official portals for current figures, as they follow government norms.

Eligibility Criteria for NIT Kurukshetra Scholarships

Eligibility depends on the scheme but common requirements include:

• Academic Performance: Minimum 60% in qualifying exam; for renewal, often 6.0 CGPA.
• Family Income: Below Rs. 2.5-8 lakhs, varying by scheme (e.g., Rs. 2.5 lakhs for some merit-cum-means).
• Category: SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority/PwD with valid certificates.
• Course Level: Applicable to UG (B.Tech), PG (M.Tech/MBA/MCA), PhD; first-year students eligible for many.

Haryana domicile often prioritized for state schemes; no multiple major scholarships typically allowed.

How to Apply for NIT Kurukshetra Scholarships

Follow these steps for most schemes:

1. Register on Portal: Use NSP (scholarships.gov.in) for central schemes or Har-Chhatravratti (harchhatravratti.highereduhry.ac.in) for Haryana state. Create OTR using Aadhaar.
2. Fill Application Form: Enter academic details, income, category info.
3. Upload Documents: Scan and submit required proofs.
4. Institute Verification: Submit to NIT Kurukshetra scholarship cell for approval.
5. Disbursement: Approved amounts credited via DBT to bank account.

Deadlines vary; apply early in the academic year (e.g., June-December for NSP).

Documents Required

• Income certificate (issued by tehsildar).
• Caste/category certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority/PwD).
• Aadhaar card.
• Fee receipt from institute.
• Bank account details (linked to Aadhaar).
• Mark sheets of qualifying exams.
• Domicile certificate (for state schemes).
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) for Haryana residents.

Scholarship Renewal Rules

• Minimum CGPA: Typically 6.0 or 60% aggregate.
• Attendance Requirement: At least 75% in classes.
• Income Continuity: No change in family income bracket.
• Annual Verification: Resubmit documents; clear all subjects without backlogs.

Failure to meet these may lead to discontinuation.

Important Points to Remember

• Deadlines vary annually; check NSP or institute notices regularly.
• Providing false information can result in cancellation and penalties.
• Students generally cannot claim multiple major scholarships simultaneously; choose the most beneficial.
• For external scholarships like Siemens or Reliance, apply directly via their portals but inform the institute.
• GATE-qualified PG students receive stipends automatically upon admission.