Kovai Kalaimagal College of Arts and Science (KKCAS) offers a comprehensive scholarship program to support students from varied backgrounds, focusing on merit, need, special achievements, and social inclusion. Scholarships are funded by college management, government schemes, NGOs, alumni, and private trusts, ensuring broad access and continued academic motivation.
Merit-based Scholarships:Â Awarded for high scores in previous qualifying examinations (especially HSC/12th grade).
Need-based/Management Scholarships:Â Given to economically/socially backward students and wards of college employees.
Sports Scholarships:Â For outstanding achievers at district and state levels in individual and group sports.
Government Scholarships:Â SC/ST, OBC, minority, and EWS category students can apply for government-funded fee waivers and grants; the college facilitates these through the official portals.
Alumni, NGO, and Private Scholarships:Â Provided by KKCAS Alumni, ISHA Foundation, and partnership NGOs (often merit-cum-means based).
Merit-based: Minimum 70–75% in HSC for entry-level scholarships; up to 95%+ for full fee waiver.
Sports:Â Must show proof of achievement at district or state level in recognized games/events.
Economically/Socially Backward:Â Income, community certificates, and other documentation as per scheme.
Government Schemes:Â Proof of eligibility (caste, EWS certificate, family income, domicile as applicable).
Full or Partial Tuition Waiver:Â 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% as per academic or sports achievement.
Fixed Grants: Special awards (e.g., ₹2,000 per semester for in-house UG pass-outs pursuing PG).
Comprehensive Support:Â Some government/NGO schemes include maintenance, books, travel, and hostel fee coverage.
Step 1:Â Apply for admission to KKCAS and secure provisional/final admission.
Step 2: Obtain and fill out the scholarship application—available on the KKCAS website or from the office; for government programs, use official portals (e.g., National Scholarship Portal).
Step 3:Â Attach required documents: mark sheets, income/community certificates, sports/merit proof, identity/address proof, admission receipt, and photographs.
Step 4:Â Submit applications by deadlines (for new or renewal cases).
Most scholarships are renewable annually, subject to maintenance of academic performance and fulfillment of original eligibility.
Students must re-submit progress and attendance reports, along with updated documents, each year for renewal.
Disbursement continues till course completion or as specified by the scholarship guidelines.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Benefits | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship | 70%–84% marks in HSC: 50% fee 85%–94%: 75% 95%+: 100% |
50–100% tuition waiver | Apply at college with marksheets, on admission |
| Sports Scholarship | State/District sports certificate | 50–100% waiver (varies by level) | Submit certificate proof during admission |
| Management Scholarship | Economic/socially backward, staff wards | Tuition fee concession per semester | College-managed forms, with income/community proof |
| PG Special Scholarship | KKCAS UG pass-out enrolling for PG | ₹2,000/semester | Automatic, on PG admission |
| Govt. Scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | Government norms + annual income, caste/EWS proof | Full/partial fee, other expenses | Apply via National Scholarship Portal or college office |
| Alumni/NGO/ISHA Scholarships | Academic + financial need, as per scheme | Up to 100% fee, other support | Forms via college office; may need extra documents |
KKCAS ensures equitable, accessible education through its dynamic scholarship ecosystem—students are encouraged to check eligibility details, deadlines, and apply early for maximum benefit.