Scholarships & Financial Aid Options for CUET Students

Why Scholarships Matter to CUET Aspirants

Admission to a top university through CUET is a big dream for many students. But sometimes college fees, hostel charges, and other costs could be an issue. That is where scholarships and financial aid play a role to help.

No matter whether you are economically backward or have a middle-class family background, there are a variety of scholarships to support you. You can pursue your studies without a second thought if you have proper guidance and information. TestCoach not only prepares you for CUET but also guides you towards securing the best appropriate financial support.

Types of Scholarships for CUET Students

There are mainly three types of scholarships which CUET students can explore:

1. Merit-Based Scholarships – For students with high grades in CUET or Class 12.
2. Need-Based Scholarships – For students belonging to low-income family backgrounds.
3. Category-Based Scholarships – For SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and minority candidates.

Most institutions and private companies also provide specific scholarships to girls, differently-abled students, or first-generation learners.

Government Scholarships for CUET Students

Here are some popular scholarships offered by the Government of India that CUET students can apply for:

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Benefits
NSP – Central Sector Scheme	Class 12 topper (above 80%) and CUET qualified	₹10,000 to ₹20,000 per year
Post Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students	Tuition fee + maintenance allowance
ISHAN UDAY Scholarship (for NE Region)	Students from North East states	₹5,400 to ₹7,800 per month
PM Scholarship Scheme	Wards of Armed Forces/Police personnel	₹2,000 to ₹2,500 per month

These can be applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

University-Based Scholarships via CUET

Certain universities who accept CUET scores also offer their own scholarships

• Delhi University (DU) – Fee concession for meritorious and economically weaker students
• Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – Monthly financial aid for meritorious rank-students
• Jamia Millia Islamia – Minority and meritorious students scholarship
• Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) – Category scholarship and merit scholarship

Don’t forget to search for the scholarship page on the college website you are applying to. Every university will have their own criteria and deadlines.

Private Scholarships for CUET Students

Some NGOs and private organizations provide financial support to deserving CUET candidates:

• Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship
• HDFC Bank Parivartan ECS Scholarship
• Aditya Birla Scholarship
• Inspire Scholarship by DST – for science stream toppers

These generally involve satisfactory performance at school and family income of less than ₹2-4 lakh per year. Keep your income certificate, ID proof, and mark sheets handy while applying.

Tips to Apply for Scholarships Successfully

• Start early – Don’t wait for the admission confirmation. Most applications become available between April–July.
• Keep documents handy – Aadhaar, income certificate, caste certificate, bank account, and passport-size photograph.
• Apply through genuine portals – For government ones, use scholarships.gov.in.
• Write a good statement of purpose (SOP) – For private scholarships, a personal story does the trick.
• Meet deadlines – Missing the final date means missing an excellent opportunity.

How TestCoach Helps You

At TestCoach, we not only help you prepare for CUET but also help you with the process of applying for a scholarship. From filling online forms to writing SOP, our mentors guide students in getting financial aid.

We also provide special student scholarships on merit and need basis for TestCoach. If you are seriously using our service, you may be eligible for free usage or premium plan discounts.