VGU Online Scholarship 2026

Vivekananda Global University (VGU) Online is committed to making quality higher education accessible and affordable for students from all backgrounds. The university offers multiple scholarship schemes and financial aid programs with fee discounts ranging from 10% to 25% across various categories. Whether you are a meritorious student, a defence ward, a VGU alumnus, or a working professional — there is a scholarship opportunity designed for you.

VGU Online – Scholarship Categories & Benefits (2026–2027)

VGU Online offers scholarships under 7 categories. Below is a detailed breakdown of each category with the applicable discount:

Scholarship Category	Discount	Who Can Apply?
🏅 Merit-Based Scholarship	10–15%	Students with high marks in qualifying exam (12th / Graduation)
🎓 Alumni Scholarship	Up to 20%	VGU graduates enrolling for a second degree (e.g., BBA → MBA)
🎖️ Defence Personnel Scholarship	Up to 25%	Wards & spouses of active/retired defence personnel and martyrs
♿ Divyaang Scholarship	Up to 20%	Persons with disabilities (PwD) with a valid disability certificate
🏛️ Government Employee Discount	Up to 10%	Wards of central/state government employees
💪 Shakti Scholarship (Women)	Up to 10%	Female candidates (girl child scholarship based on academic performance)
⏰ Early Bird / Full Payment Discount	Up to 10%	Students who apply early or pay the full program fee at once

✅ Important: Only one scholarship category can be availed at a time (whichever gives the highest benefit). Scholarships are applied on the tuition fee only and do not cover registration (₹1,000) or examination fees (₹1,500/semester).

VGU Online Scholarship – Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Below is the detailed eligibility breakdown for each scholarship category:

🏅 Merit-Based Scholarship

Qualifying Marks	Discount
90% and above in 12th / Graduation	15%
80–89.99% in 12th / Graduation	10%
75–79.99% in 12th / Graduation	5%

🎓 Alumni Scholarship (Up to 20%)

Must be a graduate of VGU (on-campus or online)
Enrolling for a second degree at VGU Online (e.g., BBA → MBA, BCA → MCA)
Valid VGU Alumni ID or degree certificate required
Also applies to wards of VGU staff and faculty members

🎖️ Defence Personnel Scholarship (Up to 25%)

Wards and spouses of active, retired, or martyred defence personnel
Covers Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and Paramilitary Forces
Valid Defence ID card or dependent certificate required
Highest scholarship percentage among all categories

💪 Shakti Scholarship – For Women (Up to 10%)

Exclusively for female candidates
Discount based on academic performance in qualifying examination
Encourages women to pursue higher education in management, technology, and liberal arts
Can be combined with early bird discount if applicable (check with admissions)

How to Apply for VGU Online Scholarship

The scholarship application process at VGU Online is straightforward and mostly automatic. Here is how it works:

Apply for Admission

Complete your admission application on the VGU Online portal or through MeriShiksha. During the application, indicate the scholarship category you wish to apply under.

Upload Supporting Documents

Upload colour-scanned copies of documents that prove your eligibility — marksheets (for merit), Defence ID (for defence ward), Alumni certificate, Disability certificate, or Government Employee ID as applicable.

Automatic Eligibility Assessment

VGU's admissions team automatically evaluates your scholarship eligibility based on the submitted documents and academic records. No separate scholarship form is needed in most cases.

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Scholarship Confirmed & Fee Adjusted ✅

Once verified (typically 7 working days), the scholarship discount is applied directly to your fee. You receive confirmation via email/SMS, and the adjusted fee is reflected in your student portal.

💡 Tip: Apply through MeriShiksha for dedicated scholarship guidance. Our counsellors will help you identify the best scholarship category and ensure your documents are complete before submission — increasing your chances of approval. For admission details, visit the Admission Process tab.

VGU Online Scholarship – Documents Required

Keep the following documents ready based on your scholarship category:

Scholarship Category	Required Documents
Merit-Based	12th marksheet (for UG) / Graduation marksheets (for PG) showing percentage/CGPA
Alumni	VGU degree certificate / Alumni ID card / Previous enrollment proof
Defence Personnel	Defence ID card / Ex-serviceman certificate / Dependent certificate / Martyrdom certificate
Divyaang	Disability certificate (40%+ disability) issued by a government hospital/authority
Govt. Employee	Parent's government employee ID card / Salary slip / Service certificate
Shakti (Women)	12th/Graduation marksheet + Aadhaar card (gender verification)
Early Bird / Full Payment	No additional document — discount applied automatically on full payment

VGU Online Scholarship – Savings Calculator (Program-Wise)

Here is how much you can save with different scholarship percentages on each VGU Online program:

Program	Total Fee	10% Off	15% Off	20% Off	25% Off
MBA / MCA	₹1,50,000	₹1,35,000	₹1,27,500	₹1,20,000	₹1,12,500
BBA / BCA	₹1,32,000	₹1,18,800	₹1,12,200	₹1,05,600	₹99,000
B.A.	₹72,000	₹64,800	₹61,200	₹57,600	₹54,000
MA / MAJMC	₹64,000	₹57,600	₹54,400	₹51,200	₹48,000

💰 Best Deal: A defence ward applying for B.A. with 25% scholarship pays just ₹54,000 for an entire 3-year NAAC A+ accredited degree! For MBA/MCA, the fee comes down to ₹1,12,500 — one of the lowest in the NAAC A+ category.

VGU Online Scholarship – Important Rules & Conditions

Before applying, please note the following scholarship terms and conditions:

📌 One scholarship per student — Only one category can be availed at a time (the highest applicable one)
📌 Applied on tuition fee only — Registration fee (₹1,000) and examination fee (₹1,500/semester) are NOT covered
📌 Renewal condition — Scholarship is renewed each semester only if the student maintains a minimum 6 SGPA
📌 Attendance requirement — Scholarship may be revoked if the student is detained due to attendance shortage
📌 Non-refundable — Scholarship amounts once granted are non-refundable and non-transferable
📌 Indian students only — Scholarships are applicable for Indian nationals only. International students may have separate provisions
📌 Applicable in even semester — The scholarship benefit is typically credited/adjusted in the even semester fee
📌 University's discretion — Final scholarship approval is at the discretion of the university. Criteria may change per admission cycle

Government Scholarships Applicable for VGU Online Students

Apart from VGU's internal scholarships, online students may also be eligible for state and central government scholarships. Here are some popular schemes:

Scheme Name	For Whom	Apply At
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	SC, ST, OBC, Minority, EBC students	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship (State Govt.)	SC/ST/OBC students (state-specific)	Respective state scholarship portal
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)	Wards of ex-servicemen & paramilitary	desw.gov.in
Rajasthan CM Higher Education Scholarship	Rajasthan domicile students (SC/ST/OBC)	sje.rajasthan.gov.in
Begum Hazrat Mahal Scholarship	Minority community girl students	scholarships.gov.in

📢 Note: Government scholarship eligibility and application timelines vary by scheme and state. Students are advised to check the respective portals during the application window. VGU Online's UGC-DEB entitlement ensures that most government scholarship schemes consider it a valid institution.

FAQs on VGU Online Scholarships

Q1: What scholarships are available at Vivekananda Global University Online?

VGU Online offers 7 scholarship categories: Merit-Based (10–15%), Alumni (up to 20%), Defence Personnel (up to 25%), Divyaang (up to 20%), Government Employee (up to 10%), Shakti/Women (up to 10%), and Early Bird/Full Payment discount (up to 10%). Only one scholarship can be availed at a time.

Q2: How to apply for a scholarship at VGU Online?

Scholarship application is mostly automatic at VGU Online. You need to indicate your scholarship category during the admission application and upload supporting documents (marksheets, Defence ID, etc.). The university evaluates eligibility and applies the discount within 7 working days. You can also apply through MeriShiksha for dedicated scholarship guidance.

Q3: Can I avail multiple scholarships at VGU Online?

No, only one scholarship category can be availed at a time — whichever gives the highest benefit. For example, if you are eligible for both merit (15%) and Shakti (10%), the merit scholarship (15%) will be applied. This is a common policy across most online universities including LPU Online and Chandigarh University Online.

Q4: What is the maximum scholarship at Vivekananda Global University Online?

The maximum scholarship at VGU Online is up to 25%, available under the Defence Personnel category for wards and spouses of active/retired defence personnel and martyrs. Alumni and Divyaang scholarships offer up to 20%, while merit-based scholarships go up to 15%.

Q5: Is there a scholarship for women at VGU Online?

Yes, VGU Online offers the "Shakti Scholarship" exclusively for female candidates with a discount of up to 10% based on academic performance. This is separate from the merit-based scholarship. Similar women-focused scholarships are also offered at Jain University Online and Manipal University Jaipur Online.

Q6: What is the minimum SGPA required to continue the scholarship?

A minimum of 6 SGPA must be maintained in each semester to continue receiving the scholarship. If the SGPA falls below 6 in any semester, the scholarship may be revoked for the following semester. Students also need to maintain regular attendance as per university norms.

Q7: Does the scholarship cover registration and exam fees?

No, the scholarship discount is applied only to the tuition fee. The registration fee (₹1,000) and examination fee (₹1,500 per semester) are charged separately and are not covered under any scholarship category. For the complete fee breakup, visit the Courses & Fees tab.

Q8: Can I get a government scholarship along with VGU's internal scholarship?

Government scholarships (NSP, Post-Matric, PMSS) are separate from VGU's internal scholarships. In most cases, you can avail a government scholarship along with VGU's internal discount — but this is subject to the terms of the government scheme. Check with the respective scholarship portal and VGU's admission team for confirmation.

Q9: How does VGU Online scholarship compare with other universities?

VGU Online offers competitive scholarship percentages. The 25% defence scholarship is among the highest in the NAAC A+ category. Symbiosis Online and UPES Online also offer scholarships, but VGU's base fee is already significantly lower — so the post-scholarship fee becomes extremely affordable.

Q10: Can I apply for a VGU Online scholarship through MeriShiksha?

Yes! Applying through MeriShiksha gives you expert guidance on scholarship eligibility, document preparation, and application assistance. Our counsellors will help you identify the best scholarship category and maximise your savings. Call our helpline or fill the enquiry form on this page to get started.

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