There are various scholarships for BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) students, provided by the government, private institutions, and universities. Scholarships are granted on the basis of merit, financial requirements, category (SC/ST/OBC), or special conditions like disability, women in technology, or minority status. Some of the popular scholarships are the PM Scholarship Scheme, NSP scholarships, state government scholarships, and private company scholarships from Google, Microsoft, and TCS. Universities also provide institutional scholarships based on performance.
To get these scholarships, students usually have to fulfill eligibility conditions, i.e., minimum academic marks, income criteria, or category-specific requirements. The application is usually submitted online via portals such as the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the website of the respective institution. Some scholarships entail entrance tests, essays, or interviews. Through a scholarship, BCA students can largely minimize their tuition charges and other education-related expenses, thus making higher studies more economical and within reach.