The Institute of Health Sciences (IHS), Bhubaneswar, offers several financial aid opportunities to support students in programs like Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) and Bachelor of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP). These range from institutional merit rewards to state and central government schemes.
IHS provides internal financial support based on academic performance and specific student needs:
Merit-Based Scholarships: Awarded to top scorers in the IMAT (Institute Medical Admission Test) or those with exceptional marks in their 10+2 board examinations (typically 75% and above).
Margdarsi Merit Scholarships: Specifically designed for students demonstrating high academic excellence. This often includes partial fee concessions.
Financial Assistance for EWS: Students from Economically Weaker Sections can apply for partial fee waivers by submitting valid income certificates (usually requiring an annual family income below Rs.2–3 Lakh)
As an affiliated college in Odisha, students at IHS are eligible for various state-run scholarships through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal.
Scholarships
Eligibility
Benefits
PRERNA Scholarship
SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/EBC students with Odisha domicile.
Tuition fee waivers (partial or full) and monthly maintenance allowances.
Medhabruti
Merit-based for Odisha residents with 60% or more in the qualifying exam.
Annual financial grant for professional courses.
Krishi Vidya Nidhi
Children of farmers enrolled in technical/professional courses like BPT or BASLP.
Approximately Rs.33,000 per year for 4-year degree programs.
Nirman Shramik Kalyan
Children of registered building/construction workers.
Financial aid of up to Rs.40,000 per annum for medical/allied health courses.
Students can also apply via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for the following:
Post-Matric Scholarships: For students belonging to minority communities or SC/ST/OBC categories.
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities: Since IHS specializes in rehabilitation sciences, eligible students with disabilities can access dedicated central grants.
Where to Apply: Most government scholarships must be applied for through the Odisha State Scholarship Portal or the National Scholarship Portal. Institutional waivers are usually handled at the time of admission.
Required Documents:
10th & 12th Marksheets.
Income Certificate (for need-based aid).
Caste Certificate (if applicable).
Odisha Domicile/Residence Certificate.
Aadhar Card and Bank Passbook (for DBT transfers).
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