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JOY Scholarships : AY 2025-26
We acknowledge and value the unique talents that each student contributes to our campus, and we are committed to fostering an environment that offers a comprehensive learning experience for everyone. The Joy scholarships are designed to assist deserving students, including those who may encounter financial, physical, or other obstacles that could hinder their pursuit of academic achievements.
At Joy University, we hold the belief that every student possesses the potential for success, and our scholarship offerings are a key way we express this dedication and provide assistance to students. Students can access these scholarship opportunities, provided they meet certain eligibility requirements, which may encompass academic achievement, particular skills or talents, and financial necessity.
Merit-Based Scholarships
These scholarships are designed to acknowledge and assist exceptional students who have showcased remarkable academic success, skills, or other accomplishments. By honoring and incentivizing excellence, merit-based scholarships inspire students to strive harder, attain greater achievements, and pursue their ambitions with increased resolve. For these reasons and beyond, we are delighted to present a variety of merit-based scholarships to worthy students, and we urge all qualified students to apply for these important opportunities.
MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
| Particulars | Eligibility (X and XII Percentage) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Both in Class X, XII | 90% & above | 50% throughout the course duration |
JOYAT BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
| Joy University Scholastic Aptitude Test Scholarships | ||
|---|---|---|
| Joy Entrance Test (JOYAT Percentage) | Eligibility (X and XII Percentage) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage Throughout the course duration |
| 90% & above | 80% & above | 25% |
| 80% & above | 75% & above | 20% |
| 70% & above | 70% & above | 15% |
| JOYAT Test (Percentage) | Eligibility (X and XII Percentage) | One Time Free ship Amount (applicable ONLY on the tuition fee of 1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| 69.99% – 60% | 60% Above | 15,000 |
| 59.99% – 50% | 10,000 |
Important:
- JOYATfree ships will be granted on a priority basis to those who apply first and are available only for the initial year of studies.
- These free ships depend on the requirement that the student pays a minimum of 50% of the yearly tuition fee upon enrollment and receives approval from the Scholarship Committee.
PROGRAMME SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS
| B.A. LL. B. (Hons.) and B.B.A. LL. B. (Hons.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Test | Score / Percentile | Eligibility (X and XII Percentage) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| CLAT Score | 100 | 70% & Above | 50% |
| 80 to 99.99 score | 70% & Above | 35% | |
| 60 to 79.99 score | 70% & Above | 25% | |
| B Tech | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Test | Score / Percentile | Eligibility (X and XII Percentage) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| JEE (Main) | >95 percentile | 70% & Above | 50% |
| >90 Percentile but less than 95 Percentile | 70% & Above | 25% | |
CUET SCHOLARSHIP FOR ALL UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
| CUET Percentage | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 90% & above | 30% Scholarship in Tuition Fee |
| 80% to 89.9% | 20% Scholarship in Tuition Fee |
| 70% to 79.9% | 15% Scholarship in Tuition Fee |
B. Des (Design Programmes) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Test | Score / Percentile | Eligibility (X and XII Percentage) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| UCEED Score | 200 & above score | 75% | 35% |
| 150 & above percentile | 75% | 25% | |
| NIFT Entrance | Rank from 1 - 3000 | 65% | 35% |
| Rank from 3001 - 6000 | 65% | 25% | |
| Rank from 6001 - 7500 | 65% | 15% | |
| NID DAT Percentile | 90 & above percentile | 70% | 50% |
| 85 to 89.99 percentile | 70% | 35% | |
| 80 to 84.99 percentile | 70% | 25% | |
MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS FOR POST GRADUATION PROGRAMMES
| MBA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Test | Score / Percentile | Eligibility (X, XII and Graduation) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| CAT / XAT | 90 Percentile & above | 60% throughout | 50% |
| 80 Percentile & above | 25% | ||
| GMAT | 650 score & above | 50% | |
| 600 score & above | 25% | ||
| NMAT | 240 score & above | 50% | |
| 220 score & above | 35% | ||
| 200 score & above | 25% | ||
| 180 score & above | 10% | ||
| JOYAT | 25 score & above | 10% | |
| Scholarships for Women | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| CAT / XAT | 70 Percentile & above | 60% throughout | 15% |
| GMAT | 550 score & above | 15% | |
| JOYAT | 25 score & above | 10% | |
CATEGORY-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
| All Undergraduate Programmes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Reservations | Eligibility (X, XII) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| SC/ST | 70% & Above | 20% |
| Differently Abled | 50% & Above | 50% |
| Defence& Paramilitary Quota | 70% & Above | 15% |
| International Level Player | 50% & Above | 100% |
| National Level Player | 50% & Above | 75% |
| State Level Player | 50% & Above | 60% |
| Domicile (Students belonging to the State of TN) | 70% & Above | 5% |
| All Postgraduate & Executive Programmes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Reservations | Eligibility (X, XII and UG throughout) | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| SC / ST Quota | 60% | 10% |
| Differently Abled | 50% | 60% |
| Defence & Paramilitary Quota | 60% | 10% |
| International Level Player | 50% | 100% |
| National Level Player | 50% | 75% |
| State Level Player | 50% | 60% |
| District Level Player | 50% | 25% |
| Domicile (students belonging to the State of TN) | 60% | 5% |
#Domicile & Players scholarships (all categories) will not be applicable for all UG and PG NURSING & LAW Courses
FOREIGN NATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
| Eligibility | Scholarship % (On Tuition Fee Only) |
|---|---|
| - Must have obtained more than 80% as a qualifying grade in 12th standard (in case of Undergraduate Programmes). | 50% Scholarship |
| - Must have obtained more than 60% as a qualifying grade in bachelor’s degree (in case of Postgraduate Programmes). - Must participate in the admission selection process and get selected by the Admission Committee for the respective programme of study. | |
| - Must have obtained more than 70% as a qualifying grade in 12th standard (in case of Undergraduate Programmes). - Must have obtained more than 55% as a qualifying grade in bachelor’s degree (in case of Postgraduate Programmes). - Must participate in the admission selection process and get selected by the Admission Committee for the respective programme of study. | 30% Scholarship |
SPECIAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS OF PERFORMING ARTS/TALENTED IN MUSIC/DANCING/SINGING ETC.,
| Programme | Eligibility: X/XII/ Graduation | Programme Fee Percentage | Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| All UG Programmes | 55% or Equivalent | 50% | Students who secured First / Second / Third Positions in the South Zone, State or National Youth Festivals representing their Schools/Colleges/Universities |
ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS
In appreciation for being a member of the Joy/Rajas Group Alumni community and for fostering the growth of our learning network, Joy University offers scholarships exclusively for tuition fees to its alumni, their spouses, children, and siblings, enabling them to concentrate on reaching their academic and career objectives.
| For Joy/Rajas Group Alumni Only |
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|---|---|
| Programmes | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| all UG, PG, Executive and Ph.D., Programmes | 15% |
| For Alumni's Spouse, Children, Siblings Only | For Alumni's Spouse, Children, Siblings Only | For Alumni's Spouse, Children, Siblings Only |
|---|---|---|
| Programmes | Eligibility | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| All UG Programmes | 60% throughout (10th and 12th) | 15% |
| All PG and Executive Programmes | 60% throughout (10th,12th and graduation) |
STAFF SCHOLARSHIPS
| For Employees of Rajas's Group –Only for Spouse, Children, Siblings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Programmes | Eligibility | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| All UG Programmes | 60% throughout (10th and 12th) | 15% |
| All PG and Executive Programmes | 60% throughout (10th,12th and graduation) | |
SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS REFERED BY EMPLOYEES OF RAJAS GROUP (EXCEPT FOR NURING & LAW COURSES)
| For Employees of Rajas's Group –Only for Spouse, Children, Siblings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Programmes | Eligibility | Tuition Fee Waiver Percentage |
| All UG Programmes | 60% throughout (10th and 12th) | 10% |
| All PG and Executive Programmes | 60% throughout (10th,12th and graduation) | |
Scholarship Application Process
Students who meet the eligibility criteria after enrolling can submit the Scholarship Application Form in the specified format along with original testimonials, documents, transcripts, and marks cards, etc.
Definitions:
- Differently Abled: This term applies according to the provisions of the RPwD Act, 2016, to all recognized categories of disabilities. A student will be eligible for the scholarship if they have a permanent disability of at least 40% in the specified categories and possess a Unique Disability ID issued by the Government of India.
- Defence and Paramilitary Quota: This includes current personnel, veterans, retired members, and dependents of deceased individuals from the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Coast Guard, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Railway Protection Force (RPF), National Security Guards (NSG), Special Frontier Force (SFF), Assam Rifles, Border Road Organization / General Reserve Engineer Force (GREF), Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Military Engineers Service (MES), and Defense Security Corps (DSC).
- Sports International Level: A player is categorized at this level if they have represented India in any International Sports Competitions recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports / SAI / IOA / FISU / National Federation of Relevant Sports acknowledged by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports / Association of Indian Universities / School Games Federation of India. The student must secure a certificate from the relevant sports authority. Candidates need to have participated and achieved victory in international-level sports or games sanctioned by the appropriate authority.
- Sports National Level: A student qualifies under this category if they have represented their state in any competition held at the national level within the last two consecutive calendar years in either Individual or Team events recognized by the Ministry of Sports / Sports Federation / AIU. The student must acquire a certificate from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports / National Federation / Board of the respective sports organization. Candidates must have participated and won in the national-level sports or games authorized by the appropriate authority.
- Domicile: The student must have completed their studies in one or more Government or Government-recognized educational institutions located in Tamil Nadu for a minimum of SEVEN academic years, from 1st standard to 12th standard, as of 1st July of the admission year they are applying for, and must have passed either the SSLC / 10th standard or 12th standard examination from Tamil Nadu State. For candidates who took more than one year to pass a class or standard, only one year of academic study will be counted.
Guidelines
- Applicants are permitted to apply for the scholarship in only one category or discipline. A student can receive only one scholarship for the entire duration of their program.
- Scholarships depend on availability. Awards are given on a first-come, first-served basis within each eligible category.
- Students must continue their studies at Joy University for the academic year in which the scholarship is granted. The scholarship cannot be postponed or transferred.
- Applicants are required to fill out and submit the online application form available on our website. It’s important to complete all necessary fields accurately and to provide all required documents. Applications that are incomplete will not be processed.
- It is the student’s duty to ensure that all original and supporting documents accompany the scholarship application form. Incomplete applications shall not be processed.
- All information provided by the applicant in the scholarship form must be correct. If any information is later found to be incorrect or lacking, the scholarship, if awarded, will be immediately revoked.
- Students must go through the Joy Selection Process (Admission Process) for enrollment in any programs.
- After being selected, students must enroll in the program to qualify for applying for Joy Scholarships.
- Submitting a scholarship application solely indicates that a student is eligible to apply; it does not guarantee that the scholarship will be granted. The Joy scholarship committee will decide on the awarding of scholarships.
- Applications should be submitted by the stated deadline. Late applications will not be accepted.
- Scholarships apply to the first installment of tuition fees. The scholarship is contingent upon the student maintaining an academic record of at least 6.5 points or GPA throughout the program and is subject to the Joy Scholarship Committee’s decision. There should not be any backlogs in any semester during the entire course of study. Students should not have any gaps or breaks in their academic journey during the program.
- Students must not engage in any behavior that could lead to disciplinary action; otherwise, the scholarship will be revoked.
- Only results from qualifying entry-level examinations taken during the two academic years prior to admission will be considered.
- Continued eligibility for sports scholarships in subsequent years requires satisfactory participation in the University’s athletic activities. Scholarship applicants will be evaluated based on their previous academic performance, financial need, and involvement in extracurricular activities.
- The final list of scholarships awarded for all programs across categories will be announced after the academic session begins. For students who receive one-time scholarships, the awarded amount will be deducted from the final installments according to the fee payment schedule.
- The decisions made by the Scholarship Committee are conclusive, authoritative, and not open to appeal.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Engage in the Joy Selection Process (Admissions) and secure your selection.
- Finalize the registration requirements for your selected program.
- Assess if you qualify for the scholarships and submit all required documentation.
- Obtain the scholarship application form from Joy University’s website and fulfill the necessary procedures.
- The scholarship committee will review all applications and announce the awards following a personal interview with the candidates.
- Keep an eye out for updates and notifications from the University.
CONDITIONS FOR SCHOLARSHIP RENEWAL
- Students are required to maintain a minimum GPA of 6.5 or higher each semester throughout the program.
- There should be no backlogs in any semesters during the entire course of study at the University.
- Students must avoid engaging in activities that could lead to disciplinary measures.
- Applications for scholarship renewal must be submitted by July 30th of each academic year, accompanied by copies of all previous semester mark sheets.
- There should be no interruptions in academic progress during the course of study.
- All determinations regarding scholarships and grants rest solely with the Scholarship committee and require approval from University authorities.
