NITK Surathkal Merit-cum-Means & Merit Scholarships
National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal · All India
| Scheme Name | NITK Surathkal Merit-cum-Means & Merit Scholarships |
| Provided By | National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The NITK Surathkal Merit-cum-Means & Merit Scholarships provide financial stipends and cash awards to top-ranking and low-income students.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹24k+
MCM Scholarship provides a stipend of ₹2,000 per month (₹24,000 per year). Merit Scholarship offers a flat ₹10,000 per year.
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Monthly pocket stipend or annual cash award
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Merit awards are given to the top 5 meritorious students of each branch.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology |
| Minimum Marks | 70% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹4.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, EWS |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Parental Income Certificate (issued by Tehsildar)
- ✓Class 12 Marks sheet (for freshers) or CGPA grade card
- ✓Bank Passbook copy
- ✓Non-receipt of other scholarship undertaking
Selection Process
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MCM is based on CGPA >= 7.0 and income < ₹4.5 Lakhs
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Merit is based strictly on academic rank (top 5 in branch) and CGPA > 9.0.
Renewal Policy
Must maintain a CGPA of 7.0 or above at the end of each academic year to renew MCM.
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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Log in to the IRIS portal of NITK.
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Fill out the online MCM/Merit application.
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Upload income certificate and previous grade card.
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Submit online and deliver physical copies to the Academic Section.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the minimum CGPA to continue the MCM scholarship?
You must maintain a CGPA of 7.0 or above at the end of each academic year.
Can DASA students apply for the NITK MCM scholarship?
No, DASA, ICCR, and MEA category students are explicitly excluded from this scheme.
Is the stipend paid monthly or annually?
The MCM stipend of ₹2,000 per month is usually disbursed in semester/annual installments.
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