About IITBHU Varanasi Scholarship

The Department of Pharmaceutics, IIT-Banaras Hindu University, provides an extensive range of scholarships aimed at nurturing both excellence and equity in higher education. These scholarships span merit-based and need-based categories, reserved category support, government-backed and private endowments, as well as fellowships and research grants for postgraduate and doctoral students.

Types of Scholarships

IIT-BHU offers scholarships such as the Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship (covering up to 25% of undergraduate students), specific schemes for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students, Junior and Senior Research Fellowships for M.Pharm/PhD levels, and external (international and government) scholarships. Additionally, there are private donations and alumni-backed awards targeting students with outstanding academic achievements and/or financial need.

Merit-based Scholarships

• MCM (Merit-cum-Means) Scholarship: Awarded to the top 25% of eligible Undergraduate (B.Pharm/B.Tech/IDD/IMD) students, based on academic excellence and verified family income limits (usually INR 1 lakh per annum).

• Endowment Prizes: Honorary awards for specific academic performances or ranks, funded by alumni and private foundations.

• Research Grants & Fellowships: Research students at the M.Pharm, M.Tech, or PhD level are generally eligible for monthly stipends if not industry-sponsored, in line with AICTE/UGC and institutional norms. These include Junior/Senior Research Fellowships and project-linked funding.

Need-based and Reserved Category Scholarships

• Top Class Education Scheme (for SC students): Sponsored by the Government of India; offers full tuition fee waivers, mess/hostel reimbursement, and living allowances.

• Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/Minority: Tuition waivers and maintenance grants for students from low-income backgrounds, subject to specific income and category criteria.

• Institute “Free Studentship” and Fee Concessions: For deserving students facing acute financial hardship, verified through institute-level assessment.

Government, Private, and International Scholarships

• National-level Government Schemes: Students can also apply for central/state programs such as NSP, AICTE Pragati Scholarship for girls, National Fellowship for Higher Education of ST, and other ministry-linked supports.

• International/Alumni-funded Awards: Various external bodies—from the Rhodes Scholarship (Oxford) and Japanese Government’s MEXT to alumni-funded application support programs—are accessible for IIT-BHU students, especially those seeking studies or research abroad.

Eligibility Criteria

• Merit-based: High CGPA or academic rank per batch/year; sometimes combined with a means (income) criterion.

• Means-based: Family income typically below INR 1–2.5 lakhs per annum; must provide documentary proof.

• Category-specific: Must belong to reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/Minority); additional certificates required.

• Research Fellowships: Must be enrolled in full-time (non-sponsored) M.Pharm/M.Tech/PhD and not receiving salary or industry funding.

How to Apply for Scholarships

• Institute Scholarships & MCM: Submit applications online via the IIT-BHU student portal once enrolled; upload income and academic proofs as required; deadlines are notified each semester or academic year.

• Government Schemes: Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)—register, fill details, upload Aadhaar, income, category/ethnicity certificates, and track status online.

• Private/International/Endowment: For named awards or international scholarships, students must apply via the donor’s/organization’s website or as directed by the Dean’s office, sometimes including essays, research proposals, or interviews.

• Research Grants & Fellowships: Apply through the PI (Principal Investigator) for specific projects or departmental announcements; may require proposals/interview and direct email application.

Renewal and Duration

• Merit-cum-Means/Need-based: Renewable each academic year, contingent upon maintaining minimum academic performance (often CGPA ≥ 6), no unsatisfactory conduct, and continued income eligibility; reviewed annually or semester-wise.

• Government/External: Renewal as per scheme (usually annual), with requirements for progress, promotion, and timely submission of required documents.

• Fellowships: Continue for standard program duration (2 years for M.Pharm/M.Tech, 3–5 years for PhD), contingent on satisfactory research progress.

• Discontinuation: Scholarships can be revoked if performance drops below set requirements or in case of disciplinary action.

Table: Scholarships Overview

Additional Notes

Scholarship listings frequently update. For the latest offerings, renewal rules, and deadlines, always consult the IIT-BHU admission portal and the National Scholarship Portal, as well as the Dean of Students’ Welfare office. Most scholarships require regular renewal paperwork and sustained, satisfactory academic progress.

The Department of Pharmaceutics at IIT-BHU continues to uphold strong traditions of accessible, merit-driven, and diverse scholarship support, enabling students from all backgrounds to pursue world-class education and research.