National Institute of Construction Management and Research (NICMAR) Scholarships & Eligibility

The National Institute of Construction Management and Research (NICMAR), Hyderabad, situated in Shamirpet, Telangana, is a premier autonomous institution widely recognized for its specialized education in construction management, project management, real estate, and infrastructure engineering.

To make higher management and technical education accessible, NICMAR Hyderabad maintains a robust scholarship framework. These financial aid policies encourage academic merit, offer fee relief, and support students from diverse backgrounds across its Post Graduate Programs (PGP), MBA, and Undergraduate offerings.

Types of Scholarships Offered at NICMAR Hyderabad

NICMAR Hyderabad offers multiple scholarship categories based on admission merit, continuous academic performance, demographic backgrounds, and financial need.

1. NICMAR Top Rankers' Scholarship (Admission-Stage Waiver)

This merit-based tuition fee waiver is awarded to incoming full-time post-graduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic records across Class 10, Class 12 (or Diploma), and Graduation.

2. NICMAR Merit Scholarship Scheme (Semester Performance Index - SPI)

Awarded during the course of study, this scholarship rewards the top 10% of students in each post-graduate batch based on their academic achievements in each semester/trimester.

• Top 2% Students: Receive an award of INR 30,000 per semester.
• Next 3% Students: Receive an award of INR 20,000 per semester.
• Remaining 5% Students (Next Tier): Receive an award of INR 15,000 per semester.

3. Scholarship for Wards of Defense Personnel & Agniveers

NICMAR provides direct fee concessions for children of serving or retired Indian Armed Forces personnel, Paramilitary forces, and Agniveers as a gesture of national service support. The concession typically ranges between 10% to 15% of tuition fees.

4. Special & Memorial Scholarships

• NUCS – Prof K Chandrasekar Rao (KCS Rao) & Smt Parvati Memorial Scholarship: Institutional financial assistance awarded to meritorious candidates from economically weaker sections.
• Excellence Awards & CAPM Financial Aid: Top academic rankers who register for global certifications such as Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) receive partial fee sponsorships capped up to INR 1,55,000.

5. Undergraduate (B.Tech / BBA / Integrated MBA) Merit Concessions

For undergraduate and integrated programs, tuition fee waivers (ranging from 20% to 50%) are granted based on combined Class 10 and Class 12 aggregate performance.

Eligibility Criteria for Renewal & Continuance

Receiving a scholarship at admission does not automatically guarantee it throughout the program duration. To retain or renew scholarships across subsequent semesters, students must meet strict academic and conduct standards:

1. Academic Progress: Must pass all courses/modules in the first attempt without any backlogs or re-examinations.
2. Grade Index: Must maintain a minimum Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA/TPI) of 5 or above on a 10-point scale.
3. Attendance Minimum: Must maintain at least 80% attendance across all registered subjects.
4. Code of Conduct: Must have a clean disciplinary record with no adverse remarks, warnings, or penalties from the Disciplinary Committee.

Application Process

1. Initial Claim during Admission:
   • While filling out the online NICMAR PG-NCAT / UG application form on the official portal, applicants must check the Scholarship Claim
   • Upload self-attested copies of Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation mark sheets, alongside relevant certificates (Defense Ward Certificate, Income Certificate, etc.).
2. Verification & Selection:
   • The Admissions Committee evaluates the submitted academic scores during the Rating of Application (RA) stage alongside performance in PG-NCAT, Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI).
   • Scholarship offers are issued concurrently with the formal admission offer letter.
3. In-Program Merit Scholarship Application:
   • For ongoing semester merit scholarships, the Dean’s Office publishes the merit rank list automatically after semester results are declared. Qualified students submit bank details directly to the accounts office for financial crediting.

Financial Aid & Loan Options

Because course fees for full-time post-graduate management programs at NICMAR Hyderabad range from INR 4.11 Lakhs to INR 11.10 Lakhs depending on the specialization, NICMAR facilitates dedicated financial aid options:

• Educational Loan Tie-ups: NICMAR has direct institutional tie-ups with leading nationalized and private banks—including State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Credila, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and Union Bank of India. Admitted students receive pre-approved or prioritized loan processing with concessional interest rates and zero collateral for loans up to designated caps.
• Flexible Installment Schedules: Tuition fees are split into term-wise or semester-wise installments, reducing immediate financial burden on families.
• Corporate & Paid Internships: Stipends earned during the mandatory 8 to 10-week industry summer internships allow students to offset living costs in Hyderabad.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can I combine two different NICMAR scholarship schemes simultaneously?

A: No. Students can benefit from only one scholarship or fee waiver scheme at any given time. If a candidate qualifies for multiple schemes, they will be granted the scholarship that offers the highest financial benefit.

Q2: What happens to my Top Rankers' Scholarship if I fail a subject in a semester?

A: If a student fails a course or gets a backlog, the scholarship is temporarily suspended for the subsequent semester. It may only be restored once the student clears all subjects in the first attempt and meets the required SGPA/TPI criteria again.

Q3: Are national competitive exam scores (CAT/GATE/GMAT) considered for scholarships?

A: National entrance test scores (such as CAT, GATE, GMAT, CMAT) form a key part of the admission selection process and application rating (RA). However, the Top Rankers' Scholarship explicitly evaluates the candidate's consistent academic aggregate in Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation.

Q4: Is there a separate application fee to apply for NICMAR scholarships?

A: No separate fee is charged for scholarship processing. Candidates only pay the standard NICMAR application fee (which ranges from INR 1,000 for UG to INR 2,000–2,400 for PG programs, depending on preference choices).

Q5: How are semester merit scholarships disbursed to students?

A: Semester merit scholarships (top 10% batch performance awards ranging from INR 15,000 to INR 30,000) are disbursed either via direct bank transfer to the student's registered bank account or adjusted directly against the tuition fee invoice for the subsequent academic term.