NIIT University Scholarships 2026 Announced for BBA & BTech Courses

NIIT University (NU) has unveiled its scholarship schemes for the 2026 academic year as part of its Scholar Search Programme, aimed at encouraging merit and talent across several undergraduate programmes. The scholarships are designed to support students enrolling in programmes such as BBA, BTech (AI & Data Science, Cyber Security, IoT & Automation, Biotechnology, CSE, ECE) and Dual Degree Integrated MBA (iMBA).

Scholarship Programmes and Benefits

Under the Scholar Search Programme, NU offers a range of merit-based scholarships based on academic records and national entrance exam performance:

• Annual merit scholarships ranging from INR 50,000 to INR 2,00,000 on tuition fees depending on performance criteria.
• Special Scholarships for exceptional achievers, providing a 100% tuition fee waiver
• Scholarships awarded based on performance in Class X & XII marks or national tests such as CUET, JEE, SAT, BITSAT, and NEET.

These scholarships are valid for the entire duration of the enrolled programme, subject to maintaining the required academic performance standards throughout the course.

Additional Scholarship Schemes

In addition to merit awards, NIIT University also provides specialised scholarships and fee concessions to broaden access:

• Co-curricular Excellence (CoX) Scholarships for candidates with outstanding achievements in sports, arts, theatre, music, or social service.
• Women in STEAM Scholarship, offering INR 15,000 annually to support female students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics fields.
• Special fee waivers for specific categories including wards of Armed Forces personnel, students domiciled in Rajasthan, and those from SC/ST/OBC communities.

Eligibility and Criteria

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit, national entrance test scores, and co-curricular achievements, with clearly defined performance bands determining the award level. Top scores in qualifying criteria can lead to higher scholarship levels or full fee waivers. Applicants must maintain a minimum AGPA/CGPA requirement each academic year to continue receiving the scholarship benefits.

What Students Should Do?

Prospective applicants planning to join NIIT University in 2026 should:

• Apply early through the official university admissions portal.
• Review scholarship eligibility details thoroughly before application.
• Prepare relevant academic and entrance score documents for consideration.

The scholarship initiative reflects NIIT University’s efforts to promote academic excellence and expand access to quality higher education for deserving students across India.