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Kalinga University Scholarship

Kalinga University provides a wide range of scholarships to recognize academic excellence, support talented students, and make quality education more accessible. These scholarships are designed to reward merit, encourage innovation, and offer financial assistance to deserving candidates. All scholarships apply exclusively to tuition fees, ensuring students receive meaningful financial support throughout their academic journey.

1. Social Scholarships

These scholarships are awarded to students based on their background and service to society.

S. No.Scholarship CategoryPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
1

Wards and siblings of Martyred Personnel (Indian Army, 

Air Force, Navy, Paramilitary Forces, Police, and NCC)

50%
2

Wards of serving and retired personnel (Indian Army, 

Air Force, Navy, Paramilitary Forces, Police, and NCC)

20%
3

Students who are physically challenged at the 

time of application

20%
4Girl applicants20%
5Wards of Health and Hospital frontline workers20%
6

Wards of Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, 

Padma Shri, and National Award winners

100%
7

Students from North Eastern States (Arunachal Pradesh, 

Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura)

50%

2. Sports Scholarships

These scholarships are awarded based on achievements in recognized sports events.

S. No.Sports AchievementPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
1

Participation in Asiad or International-level recognized 

sports events (team or solo) in the last 3 years

40%
2

Participation in National-level recognized sports 

events in the last 3 years

30%
3

Participation in State-level recognized sports events in 

the last 3 years

20%
4

Participation in District-level recognized sports events 

in the last 3 years

10%

3. Entrance Examination Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded based on scores in recognized entrance examinations.

S. No.EligibilityPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
1

Scoring 80 percentile and above in UGAT, JEE, CAT, 

XAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT, LSAT, CLAT, SAT, GMAT, NEET, GATE, 

NDA, NIFT, UPSC, CGPSC, GPAT, UGAT, or any other State PSC Examination

50%
2Scoring between 70 to 79.99 percentile in the above-mentioned exams30%

4. Merit-Based Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance in qualifying examinations.

S. No.Aggregate Percentage in Qualifying ExamPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
195% & above100%
290% - 94%50%
380% - 89%30%
470% - 79%20%
560% - 69%15%
6

Top 10 positions in CBSE, State Boards, IB, ICSE, or 

Cambridge boards (2025)

100%

Note: For 12th-grade merit scholarships, only the marks obtained in the top 5 subjects of CBSE (in serial order from the mark sheet) will be considered.

5. Siblings Scholarships

  • 20% scholarship on tuition fees for students whose siblings are already studying at Kalinga University (admitted in 2024-25 or earlier).
  • Valid only until the elder sibling completes their course.

6. Social Media Scholarships

Scholarships for applicants with strong social media influence in areas like Arts, Music, Social Work, Technology, and Culture.

S. No.Followers/SubscribersPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
150K+ followers/subscribers50%
225K+ followers/subscribers30%

7. Innovation and Research Scholarships

Awarded to students involved in published research papers, books, startups, or product innovation.

S. No.AchievementPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
1Research publications, books, startups, product innovation50%

Scholarships under this category will be decided by the University Scholarship Committee.

8. Culture & Achievers Scholarships

Recognizing students with exceptional achievements in cultural activities.

S. No.EligibilityPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
1

National/International level cultural event winners or 

participants in TV reality shows (Indian Idol, India's Got Talent, 

Dance India Dance, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Pageants, KBC, etc.)

30%
2

Individuals listed in Limca Book of Records, Golden 

Book of Records, or Guinness Book of Records

Case-by-case basis

9. Other Scholarships

S. No.Scholarship CategoryPercentage of Scholarship on Tuition Fee
1Wards of Kalinga University Teaching & Non-Teaching Staff50%

Terms and Conditions

  1. Scholarships apply to the entire course duration and are only applicable to tuition fees.
  2. Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance and appear in both CT exams every semester/year.
  3. Only one scholarship category can be availed per student.
  4. Scholarships are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, as seats are limited.
  5. The scholarship will be withdrawn if:
    • The student fails in any subject in any semester/year.
    • The student is found indulging in misconduct, ragging, or unlawful activities.
  6. Scholarships are only for Indian nationals and valid for Diploma, Undergraduate & Postgraduate regular on-campus programs for the 2025-26 academic year.
  7. Kalinga University reserves the right to modify or withdraw the scholarship scheme at any time.
  8. Proof of eligibility must be provided by the applicant.

Not Applicable to:

  • B.Ed.
  • B.P.Ed.
  • Ph.D.