Garden City University (GCU), Bengaluru – Scholarships

Garden City University (GCU), Bengaluru 

Garden City University (GCU), Bengaluru, offers a range of scholarships and financial assistance schemes to support meritorious students, economically weaker sections, and students with exceptional talents. These scholarships aim to promote academic excellence, inclusivity, and equal access to quality education.

Types of Scholarships at GCU

Merit-Based Scholarships

Garden City University awards merit-based scholarships to students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance in their qualifying examinations.

• Based on marks obtained in Class 12, Diploma, or Graduation

• Applicable to Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs

• Higher scholarships for top academic performers

• Continuation subject to maintaining prescribed academic standards

Need-Based Scholarships

Need-based scholarships are offered to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

• Assessment based on family income and financial documents

• Limited number of scholarships available

• Designed to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder education

Government Scholarships

Eligible students at GCU can avail various Central and State Government scholarships as per applicable norms.

• Scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and Minority categories

• Scholarships for students with disabilities (Divyang)

• Applicable as per Government of Karnataka and Government of India guidelines

• Students must apply through the respective government scholarship portals

Sports Scholarships

Garden City University encourages excellence in sports by offering scholarships to talented sportspersons.

• For students with achievements at district, state, national, or international levels

• Financial support along with academic flexibility

• Selection based on sports credentials and university assessment

Special Category Scholarships

GCU provides scholarships under special categories to promote diversity and social responsibility.

• Scholarships for children of defence personnel

• Scholarships for outstanding achievers in arts, culture, and innovation

• Special consideration for wards of university staff (as applicable)

Scholarship Renewal Policy

• Most scholarships are renewable on a yearly basis

• Renewal is subject to academic performance, attendance, and discipline

• Timely submission of renewal applications and documents is mandatory

How to Apply for GCU Scholarships

• Scholarships can be applied for during the admission process

• Applicants must submit relevant academic, income, and category certificates

• Government scholarships must be applied for through official portals

• Final approval is subject to verification and university norms

Important Note

• Scholarships are limited and awarded on a first-come, merit-based, or eligibility-based basis

• Terms and conditions may vary by program and academic year

• The university reserves the right to modify or withdraw scholarship schemes