BITS Pilani Institute Merit & Merit-cum-Need (MCN) Awards
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani · All India
| Scheme Name | BITS Pilani Institute Merit & Merit-cum-Need (MCN) Awards |
| Provided By | Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
BITS Pilani Merit and Merit-cum-Need (MCN) scholarships provide up to 100% tuition waivers based on semester-wise CGPA and parental income limits.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹6.0 Lakh+
Offers tuition fee waivers ranging from 15% (₹90,000) up to 100% (₹6,00,000) per year depending on the CGPA and category.
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Significant tuition fee waivers credited directly to the student fee account for the upcoming semester
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Merit-cum-Need awards cover up to 25% of the student batch.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology, Science, Pharmacy |
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹12.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Parental Income Certificate
- ✓ITR-V/Form 16 of both parents
- ✓Previous semester grade sheet
Selection Process
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Pure Merit awards are based on CGPA (>9.0)
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MCN awards are awarded in descending order of CGPA for students with parental income under ₹12 Lakhs.
Renewal Policy
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Must apply fresh every semester
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Eligibility is re-evaluated based on the preceding semester's CGPA and continuous enrollment.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Watch for the SWD scholarship announcement at the beginning of the semester.
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Log in to the SWD online portal of your respective campus.
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Fill in the MCN application and upload parental income proofs.
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Submit before the deadline and verify your grade details are auto-synced.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the parental income limit for BITS Pilani MCN?
The family income limit is typically ₹12,00,000 (12 Lakhs) per annum, though it can vary slightly by academic year.
Are dual degree students eligible?
Yes, all registered undergraduate and dual degree students across all campuses are eligible to apply.
Do I need to apply for Pure Merit awards?
No, pure merit awards (top 1-2% of batch) are automatically calculated by the SWD and credited based on CGPA.
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