Do I need to apply separately for BITSoM MBA scholarships or is it automatic?

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Divakshi Arora · Accepted Answer

Not all BITSoM scholarships need a separate application, only one does. Here&rsquo;s how it works:

Merit Scholarship: No extra step. If your scores (like GMAT 700+ or CAT 95+ percentile) and profile are strong, you&rsquo;ll be automatically considered.
Women&rsquo;s Scholarship: Also automatic. All eligible female applicants are reviewed during the admission process.
Merit-cum-Need: This is the only one that needs a separate step. You must fill out the scholarship section in the form, and your family income must be below ₹18 lakh per year.

So unless you're applying based on financial need, there&rsquo;s no extra application needed for scholarships.

B.K Sharma · Answer

For most BITSoM MBA scholarships, you don&rsquo;t need to apply separately. The Merit Scholarship and Women&rsquo;s Scholarship are both automatic. If your profile is strong, like a GMAT above 700, CAT above 95 percentile, or good work experience, you&rsquo;ll be considered without doing anything extra.
But if you're going for the Merit-cum-Need Scholarship, then yes, you have to fill out the 'Scholarship Section' in the application form. This one also needs proof of income, and your family income should be under ₹18 lakh per year.
So it depends on the type. Just make sure you complete the application carefully so nothing gets missed.