National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
The central gateway for eligible central, state and UGC/AICTE-linked schemes. Search by state, course, category and income before applying.
2026–27 student guide
Scholarships for Engineering, BCA & BCS Students
A practical, updated guide to government scholarships, MahaDBT, EWS and OBC support, company scholarships and funding for girls in India. Find the right category, prepare your documents and apply through the official portal.
4 categories
Government, company, NGO and girls’ scholarships
BCA + BCS
Not only engineering: computer-application students included
Official-first
Use verified portals and avoid application scams
Find the scholarship category that fits you
Start with your course, state, family income and category. A student can often check more than one programme, but each application must meet that scheme’s rules.
Government scholarships
National and state schemes for students who meet income, category, merit, disability or domicile requirements.
View guideCompany scholarships
Education support from companies and foundations such as Tata Capital, Reliance Foundation, HDFC Bank, Kotak and Cybage.
View guideNGO & organisation scholarships
Support from charitable trusts, education foundations and organisations for professional degrees and higher education.
View guideScholarships for girls
Women-focused funding for engineering, technology, science and other undergraduate programmes.
View guideGovernment scholarships, MahaDBT, EWS and OBC support
Government funding is usually the best place to begin because it may cover tuition, maintenance or direct benefit support. Apply only on the official government portal or through your college’s verified process.
MahaDBT scholarships
Maharashtra students can check post-matric, tuition-fee, maintenance and category-linked schemes on the MahaDBT portal. Keep domicile and income documents ready.
EWS scholarships and fee support
Economically Weaker Section students may find fee reimbursement or post-matric support through their state welfare department or NSP. An EWS certificate alone does not guarantee every scheme.
OBC scholarships
OBC students should check the relevant state post-matric and central schemes, including non-creamy-layer and income conditions where applicable.
AICTE scholarships
Students in approved technical education programmes can review AICTE schemes such as Pragati, Saksham and Swanath when applications are open and eligibility matches.
Important: NSP, MahaDBT and state portals publish their own dates. For 2026–27, verify the live notice, institute approval, renewal status and application track before submitting.
Top companies and foundations that offer scholarships
These organisations have well-known education initiatives, but programmes, locations, courses, income limits and deadlines can change. Visit the organisation’s official page before sharing documents.
Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship
For students from financially constrained families pursuing professional or undergraduate education. Check the current academic-year criteria, course list and application partner.
Reliance Foundation Scholarship
Merit-cum-means support for selected undergraduate students, including technology and engineering pathways. The official Reliance Foundation page publishes the yearly intake.
HDFC Bank Parivartan ECSS
Education assistance for school, diploma, undergraduate and professional students who meet the published academic and family-income requirements.
Kotak Kanya Scholarship
A well-known programme for meritorious girls from low-income families pursuing professional graduation courses, subject to the year’s eligibility rules.
Cybage Khushboo Scholarship
Cybage Foundation supports deserving students through education-focused initiatives. Students should confirm the current geography, course and selection process directly with the organisation.
Aditya Birla Capital Scholarship
Scholarship support for students in selected school and higher-education categories. Always use the current official listing for course, income and deadline details.
NGO and organisation scholarships
Charitable trusts, foundations, alumni groups and education organisations may support students who are missed by broad government schemes. Search by your course, state, community and financial need.
- Foundation scholarships for professional courses
- Trust scholarships for Maharashtra and state residents
- University and college fee waivers
- Alumni-funded scholarships and endowments
- STEM and innovation scholarships
- Disability and first-generation learner support
Tip: ask your college scholarship office for internal notices. Many legitimate trust scholarships are shared through the institution rather than a large public portal.
Scholarships for girls in engineering and technology
Girls pursuing B.E., B.Tech, BCA, BCS, science and other professional courses can check women-focused schemes along with general merit-cum-means scholarships.
- AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girl Students in technical education
- Kotak Kanya Scholarship for meritorious girls pursuing professional courses
- Reliance Foundation and other merit-cum-means scholarships for women students
- State government women’s education and post-matric schemes
- University, corporate and NGO scholarships for women in STEM
Eligibility and documents checklist
Before starting an application, make sure your information matches your college records and your bank account is active and correctly linked where required.
Course
B.E., B.Tech, diploma, BCA, BCS, computer applications, science and other approved undergraduate programmes.
Academic record
Many schemes ask for a minimum percentage or a pass in the previous examination; the exact cut-off changes by scheme.
Family income
Income ceilings are common for need-based funding. Use a current income certificate from the accepted authority.
Category & domicile
SC, ST, OBC, EWS, minority, disability and Maharashtra domicile rules apply only where a scheme says so.
Documents
Aadhaar, admission proof, marksheets, bank account, income/caste/EWS certificate, domicile and a passport photo are commonly requested.
How to apply for a scholarship in 2026–27
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Shortlist schemes
Use course, state, category and income filters.
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Verify the official portal
Avoid agents asking for fees or OTPs.
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Upload clear documents
Use matching names, dates and readable scans.
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Track institute verification
Save your application ID and respond to queries.
Keep this 2026–27 scholarship guide handy
Scholarship notices open at different times. Bookmark this page, check your official state and national portals regularly, and ask your college office about verification and renewal.
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Which scholarships are available for engineering students in 2026–27?
Engineering students should check NSP and their state portal first, then review AICTE schemes and company programmes such as Tata Capital Pankh, Reliance Foundation, HDFC Bank Parivartan ECSS, Kotak Kanya and Cybage Khushboo. Eligibility, dates and award amounts vary every academic year.
Can BCA and BCS students apply for scholarships?
Yes. BCA, BCS and other computer-application students can apply to schemes that include undergraduate, professional, science or technical courses. Read the course list carefully because not every engineering scholarship accepts BCA or BCS.
How do I apply for a MahaDBT scholarship?
Create or sign in to your profile on the official MahaDBT portal, complete the student and course details, upload valid documents, select the eligible scheme and submit before the portal deadline. Your college may need to verify the application.
Is there a separate EWS scholarship?
EWS status can make a student eligible for selected fee reimbursement or post-matric schemes, but EWS is not one universal scholarship. Check the official central or state scheme rules for income, domicile, course and certificate requirements.
What scholarships are available for girls in engineering?
AICTE Pragati, Kotak Kanya, Reliance Foundation and selected state, university, company and NGO programmes may support girls in engineering or STEM. Confirm that the institution and course are approved for the particular year.
When should I apply for a 2026–27 scholarship?
Start checking official portals before the academic year begins and continue checking during admission and post-matric renewal windows. Deadlines can be extended or changed, so never rely on an old blog deadline.