CUET Scholarships for SC/ST, OBC & EWS: Eligibility, Benefits & How to Apply

Pursuing higher education can be costly, but students from SC/ST, OBC, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories can get financial aid through CUET scholarships. These scholarships are meant to help eligible students achieve quality education at lower education expenses.

If you belong to these categories and are preparing for CUET, this guide by TestCoach will give you an insight into the scholarships, eligibility, benefits, and application procedures.

What are CUET Scholarships?

The government, universities, and private organizations offer CUET scholarships to economically disadvantaged students. The scholarship take care of the tuition fee, hostel fee, and any other expenses related to education.

Most central universities offer special scholarships under CUET for SC/ST, OBC, and EWS students.

Types of CUET Scholarships

Scholarship Type	Details	Example Scholarships
University-Specific	Offered by universities based on CUET scores, merit, or performance.	Delhi University Merit-Based Scholarships
Government Scholarships	Provided by UGC, AICTE, and State Governments for CUET-qualified students.	Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students (CSSS)
Private & NGO Scholarships	Financial aid from private organizations and NGOs.	NSDL Shiksha Sahyog Scholarship, Tata Trust Scholarship
Category-Based Scholarships	Reserved for SC/ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD students.	Post-Matric Scholarships for SC/ST Students
Need-Based Scholarships	For students from economically weaker backgrounds.	INSPIRE Scholarship, HDFC Educational Crisis Scholarship

CUET Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

SC/ST Students:

• Must be in the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Schedule Tribe (ST) category.
• Must have passed the CUET and gotten admission into a university.
• Annual family income must be under the government prescribed amount (which is typically less than ₹2.5 lakh per year).

OBC Students:

• Must be from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
• Should get admission via the CUET.

EWS Students:

• Should be part of the Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
• Must possess EWS certificate issued by the government.
• Annual family income must be less than ₹8 lakh per annum.

Disclaimer: Different universities may have different criteria. Please remember that information may change; therefore, please check the official site.

Full or Partial Fees Waiver: SC/ST students are given full waivers for the tuition fees in some universities; OBC, and EWS candidates are provided with fee waivers.

Advantages of CUET Scholarships

The CUET Scholarships provide financial assistance for students and make higher education more affordable. These scholarships reward academic success and support economically disadvantaged sections. They also encourage diversity of talent among universities. These scholarships help reduce tuition fees and promote equality. They also allow students to focus on their studies, without having to worry about money. Here are some of the advantage of CUET Scholarships

• Hostel and Living Expenses Support: Some scholarships pay for meals, hostel accommodation, and other living expenses.
• Book and Study Material Grants: Several scholarships fund the purchase of books and other relevant resources.
• Monthly Stipend: Some scholarships from the government and universities provide a monthly allowance for students.
• Merit- and need-based Support: Scholarships are sometimes given based on students’ performance (good CUET marks) or to low income families.

How to Apply CUET Scholarships?

Visit university websites – Post CUET results, go through the official websites of your selected universities to check what scholarships they are providing.

Apply Via NSP – This helps for various government scholarships of SC/ST, OBC and EWS students.

Form for Scholarship – Include items like CUET score, caste/category certificate, proof of income, admission letter, etc. in the form.

File on Time – Always remember deadlines for the applications and be on time with your paperwork.

Follow Your Case – Look up your case in the database of the university or NSP from time to time.

The Best Scholarships Available for CUET Students

Both Central and State governments – Grant Post Matric Scholarship for SC and ST students which pays all the costs of tuition in addition to all other living expenses.

National Fellowship for OBC Students – Offers financial support for the further education of OBC students.

EWS Scholarship Scheme – Supports students from the EWS category for further education.

Universities-Specific Scholarships – Numerous universities that take part in CUET have their own scholarships.

Conclusion

These scholarships for CUET students SC/ST, OBC, and EWS have reduced the cost of higher education and made it more accessible. If eligible, do not hesitate to take advantage and apply for these scholarships to lessen your financial burden.

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