Central University of Tamil Nadu – [CUTN], Thiruvarur Overview Scholarships
Scholarships
CU Tamil Nadu Scholarships 2025
CUTN offers a range of merit-based, need-based, and government-funded scholarships to support deserving students across UG, PG, and Ph.D. levels. These scholarships aim to promote inclusive education by reducing financial barriers.
Types of Scholarships Available at CUTN
1. Merit-Based Scholarships
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Eligibility: Awarded to students securing top ranks in CUET (UG/PG) and excelling in academics during the program.
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Benefits: Tuition fee waiver, book allowance, or monthly stipend.
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Selection: Based on CUET score and academic performance in each semester.
2. Need-Based / Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Scholarships
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Eligibility: Students belonging to low-income families with valid EWS certificates.
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Benefits: Partial to full tuition fee reimbursement.
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Documents Required: Income certificate, EWS certificate, and academic records.
3. Government Scholarships (State / Central)
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Students enrolled at CUTN are eligible to apply for various Government of India scholarship schemes, including:
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Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC
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National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
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Minority Welfare Scholarships (via NSP)
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Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional & Technical Students
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Scholarships for Single Girl Child / differently-abled students
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Application Portal: https://scholarships.gov.in (National Scholarship Portal)
4. Research Fellowships (for Ph.D. Students)
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Ph.D. scholars with NET-JRF / GATE / ICSSR / ICMR / CSIR qualifications can avail monthly fellowships as per UGC norms.
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CUTN may also provide university-level assistantships to full-time Ph.D. candidates.
5. CUET Rank-Based Concessions (UG & PG)
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In some cases, high CUET rank holders are given fee waivers or direct entry benefits based on department-specific decisions.
How to Apply for Scholarships at CUTN (2025)
| Step | Action |
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| 1️⃣ | Check eligibility criteria on the CUTN official website or the National Scholarship Portal |
| 2️⃣ | Fill out the online application form (via university/NSP portal) |
| 3️⃣ | Upload necessary documents (income certificate, mark sheets, caste/EWS certificates) |
| 4️⃣ | Submit the form before the deadline |
| 5️⃣ | Track the status online and follow up with the CUTN scholarship cell, if required |
Scholarship Cell Contact (CUTN)
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The university has a dedicated scholarship and student welfare office to guide and assist applicants.
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Students can reach out via the official CUTN website or through the administration office during working hours.