Visva Bharati University, located in Santiniketan, West Bengal, offers a variety of scholarships and fellowships to support students based on merit, financial need, and special categories. These initiatives aim to make education accessible to all deserving candidates.
Below is a table summarising the scholarships and fellowships available at Visva Bharati University:
| Scholarship/Fellowship Name | Benefits | Eligibility Criteria | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Scholarships | Financial assistance based on academic merit. | Students enrolled in various programs at Visva Bharati University. | Apply through the Visva BharatiUniversityScholarships page. |
| Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (RGNF) | Financial assistance for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing M.Phil/Ph.D. | ST students with a Post-Graduation degree, admitted to regular and full-time M.Phil/Ph.D. courses. | Apply through the National FellowshipPortal. |
| Top Class Education for ST Students | Scholarships for ST students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses. | ST students with an annual family income below ₹4.5 lakh, pursuing courses in identified institutions. | Apply through the National ScholarshipPortal. |
| Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship | Financial assistance for single girl children pursuing postgraduate studies. | Single girl children without brothers, enrolled in postgraduate courses. | Apply through the UGC ScholarshipPortal. |
| Post-Graduate Merit Scholarship for University Rank Holders | Financial assistance for first and second rank holders at undergraduate level pursuing postgraduate studies. | First and second rank holders at undergraduate level, enrolled in postgraduate courses. | Apply through the UGC ScholarshipPortal. |
| Non-NET Fellowship | Financial assistance for Ph.D. students not qualifying for NET. | Ph.D. students admitted during the academic session, not qualifying for NET. | Apply through the Visva BharatiUniversity Notice. |
| PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child | Financial assistance for single girl children pursuing postgraduate studies. | Single girl children without brothers, enrolled in postgraduate courses. | Apply through the UGC ScholarshipPortal. |
| PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders | Financial assistance for university rank holders pursuing postgraduate studies. | University rank holders, enrolled in postgraduate courses. | Apply through the UGC ScholarshipPortal. |