VIT STARS - Support the Advancement of Rural Students Scheme
Vellore Institute of Technology · All India
| Scheme Name | VIT STARS - Support the Advancement of Rural Students Scheme |
| Provided By | Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The VIT STARS scheme provides a 100% tuition, hostel, and mess fee waiver to rural government school board toppers in south India.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹4.5 Lakh+
Covers 100% of academic fees, hostel fees, mess fees (valued at over ₹4,50,000/year) and provides a free laptop for selected rural students.
Complete free engineering education, lodging, meals, and skill coaching for rural board toppers.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology, Science |
| Minimum Marks | 80% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹1.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Rural school certificate (from school head)
- ✓Parental Income Certificate
- ✓Class 12 Marks transcript
- ✓VITEEE Scorecard
Selection Process
Purely merit-based selections of rural government school toppers (1 boy and 1 girl per district).
Renewal Policy
Must maintain a CGPA of 8.0 or above with no standing backlogs.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1
Register for B.Tech admission at VIT.
- 2
Indicated enrollment in rural government school during registration.
- 3
The scheme selects the top-ranking boy and girl from each district based on board marks.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What does the VIT STARS scheme cover?
It covers 100% tuition fees, hostel room rent, mess charges, and provides a free laptop.
Which states are covered under VIT STARS?
It focuses on rural students from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.
Do I need to qualify in VITEEE?
Yes, you must appear for the VITEEE entrance exam.
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