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🎓 Scholarships & Financial Support

At Karur Polytechnic College, we are committed to making technical education accessible and affordable for all deserving students. We offer a variety of scholarships and fee concessions to support learners from economically and socially disadvantaged backgrounds.

✅ SC / ST / SCA / SCC Government Scholarships

Students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Caste Arunthathiyar (SCA), and Scheduled Caste Converted Christians (SCC) are eligible for full fee waivers and other state-sponsored benefits under Tamil Nadu Government schemes.


✅ Pragati Scholarship – ₹50,000/Year

This is a Central Government scholarship scheme available for:

  • Meritorious students (especially girls)
  • From economically weaker sections (EWS)
  • Offered through AICTE
  • Covers tuition fee + incidental expenses up to ₹50,000 per annum

✅ First Graduate Scholarship

Students who are the first graduates in their family are eligible for additional concessions under Tamil Nadu Higher Education initiatives. This benefit encourages first-generation learners to pursue professional technical education.


✅ Tuition Fee Concessions

Deserving students who meet the criteria for low-income groups may apply for:

  • Partial or full fee concessions
  • As per norms laid out by DOTE / Government of Tamil Nadu

✅ Transport Subsidy and Hostel Support (If Applicable)

Students opting for hostel accommodation or long-distance transport may be supported with subsidized services, depending on need and performance.


📌 Application Process

  • Scholarships are processed after admission confirmation.
  • Students must submit relevant community, income, and educational certificates.
  • All claims are subject to approval by the respective authorities (DOTE, AICTE, or State Education Department).

At TKPT, we ensure no eligible student is denied education due to financial constraints. We believe in nurturing talent through equity and support, and our financial aid policies reflect this core value.