JGU Need-Based Tuition Scholarship (Merit-cum-Means)
by O.P. Jindal Global University
JGU Tuition Scholarship
JGU Need-Based Tuition Scholarship (Merit-cum-Means) is a scholarship by O.P. Jindal Global University, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Duration
1 Academic Year (renewable)
Format
Individual
Time needed
5-10 hours for application preparation
About This Opportunity
The JGU Need-Based Tuition Scholarship is the flagship financial aid programme of O.P. Jindal Global University, awarded on a Merit-cum-Means (MCM) basis to admitted students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. The scholarship provides partial to substantial tuition fee concessions designed to make quality higher education accessible.
The programme is open to students who have secured admission to JGU through its standard admissions process. Selection is governed by a Scholarship Committee that evaluates each application on academic performance (CGPA or qualifying examination marks), family income (means test), and achievements in co-curricular activities such as arts, sports, debate, and cultural activities.
More than 60 percent of newly admitted students at JGU receive some form of scholarship support each year, with over 2,000 scholarships awarded annually. The award is reviewed each year based on continued academic performance and adherence to scholarship conditions.
Applicants must apply alongside their admission application; scholarships are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Students are not permitted to hold multiple scholarships or fee concessions simultaneously, and all awards are subject to annual review by the Scholarship Committee.
Eligibility
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Must have secured admission to a JGU undergraduate, postgraduate, or doctoral programme through the standard admissions process. Selection considers academic performance (CGPA or qualifying examination marks) along with co-curricular achievements.
Prerequisites
- Confirmed admission to a JGU programme
- Submission of family income documentation
Open to students admitted to JGU undergraduate, postgraduate, or doctoral programmes. Awarded on Merit-cum-Means basis considering academic performance, family income, and co-curricular achievements. Available nationwide; students cannot hold multiple scholarships or fee concessions simultaneously.
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Award
Tuition Fee Scholarship
Partial to substantial tuition fee concession awarded on Merit-cum-Means basis. Specific award amount varies by applicant profile, programme, and review by the Scholarship Committee.
Opens doors to
Enables admitted students to pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, or doctoral education at JGU with reduced financial burden.
How to apply
- 1Apply for admission to a JGU programme through the official admissions portal
- 2Submit the scholarship application along with the admission form
- 3Provide family income proof and supporting academic documents
- 4Scholarship Committee reviews applications on Merit-cum-Means basis
- 5Award decisions communicated alongside or after admission offer
What it covers
- Tuition fee concession (partial to substantial)
Fees & financial support
Fee details
No separate scholarship application fee. Standard JGU admission application fees apply.
Financial support
This opportunity is itself a scholarship. Award amount and percentage of tuition covered are determined by the Scholarship Committee on Merit-cum-Means basis.
Refund policy
Not applicable for scholarship application fees.
Frequently asked questions
Is JGU Need-Based Tuition Scholarship (Merit-cum-Means) free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
What will my child gain from JGU Need-Based Tuition Scholarship (Merit-cum-Means)?
Tuition fee concession awarded on Merit-cum-Means basis. Over 2,000 scholarships awarded annually across JGU programmes. More than 60 percent of newly admitted students receive scholarship support. Considers both academic merit and family income for fair allocation. Co-curricular achievements in arts, sports, debate, and cultural activities also factored in. Education loan tie-ups with AVANSE (ICICI), Dena Bank, Axis Bank, and Credila (HDFC) for additional support. Over 2,000 scholarships awarded annually across JGU undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes.. More than 60 percent of newly admitted students receive some form of scholarship support each year.. Considers both academic merit (CGPA/exam marks) and family income for fair allocation.. Co-curricular achievements in arts, sports, debate, and cultural activities are also factored into selection..
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