Kerala University Scholarship Details 2026

Kerala University offers various scholarships to support students from different backgrounds, including SC/ST/OBC/EBC/Minority communities, economically weaker sections, and meritorious students. Here are the key details:

1. State Government Scholarships

• Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students: For students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) pursuing higher education.

  • Eligibility: SC/ST students with family income below a specified limit.

  • Benefits: Covers tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and other academic expenses.

• OBC/EBC Scholarship: For students from Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Economically Backward Classes (EBC).

  • Eligibility: Family income should be below ?1 lakh (for EBC) or other specified limits.

  • Benefits: Financial assistance for tuition fees and maintenance.

• Minority Scholarships: For Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, and Parsi students.

  • Eligibility: Based on income criteria and academic performance.

  • Schemes:

    • Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarships (Kerala Minorities Development Corporation)

    • Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (Central Government)

2. University & Institutional Scholarships

• Merit Scholarships: For top-ranking students in university exams.

• Endowment Scholarships: Funded by donors for specific categories (e.g., children of ex-servicemen, differently-abled students).

• UG/PG Scholarships: For students excelling in undergraduate/postgraduate courses.

3. Central Government Scholarships

• National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes:

  • PM Scholarship for RPF/State Police Martyrs’ Children

  • Central Sector Scheme for College/University Students (for meritorious students with family income < ?8 lakh)

  • IShan Uday Scholarship (for Northeastern region students, if applicable)

4. Special Scholarships

• Kerala State Higher Education Council Scholarships: For research scholars (MPhil/PhD).

• Scholarships for Differently-Abled Students: Financial aid under state and central schemes.

How to Apply?

• Most scholarships are applied online via Kerala Scholarships Portal (https://scholarships.kerala.gov.in) or National Scholarship Portal (NSP) (https://scholarships.gov.in).

• Required documents:

  • Income certificate

  • Caste certificate (if applicable)

  • Previous year’s mark sheet

  • Bank account details

  • Aadhaar card

Important Notes

• Deadlines: Usually between September–November (check official notifications).

• Renewal: Some scholarships require annual renewal based on academic performance.

For detailed information, visit:

• Kerala University Website

• Directorate of Collegiate Education, Kerala