Updated on 17 Nov 2025
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Top scholarships offered at Online Manipal 

Know about the top scholarships offered at Online Manipal. Explore financial assistance available for pursuing online degree programs.

Written by: Nikhila Suresh

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In the realm of higher education, scholarships serve as key catalysts that open doors to academic excellence and empower students to pursue their dreams. Online Manipal, a platform that gives access to UGC-entitled online degrees from prestigious Manipal Universities, is committed to fostering educational growth and empowering individuals, recognizes the profound impact that scholarships can have on students’ lives. With a strong dedication to providing financial support and recognizing exceptional talent, Online Manipal offers a diverse range of scholarships designed to attract and nurture bright minds from various backgrounds. 

Scholarships offered at Online Manipal

With Online Manipal, you get access to UGC-entitled online degrees from premium universities including Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), and Sikkim Manipal University (SMU)Along with getting access to affordable online degrees, eligible learners can also get scholarships. Here are the various scholarships offered by these institutes for online degree students.  

Merit scholarship

Manipal University Jaipur offers a 10% discount to aspiring students who have achieved 80% or more aggregate marks in their 12th (10+2) while applying for an undergraduate program and 80% or more aggregate marks in their undergraduate degree while applying for a postgraduate degree, from any recognized educational board in India. Manipal Academy of Higher Education MAHE also offers 10% to 15% scholarships to meritorious students. 

Defense scholarship

Online degrees are a great option for defense personnel who want to strengthen their academic backgrounds. Defense personnel posted in the remotest corners of the country can study an online degree through Online Manipal conveniently. Respecting the sacrifice of the Indian armed forces and paramilitary forces, Manipal University Jaipur, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, and Sikkim Manipal University offer a 20% discount to all the forces personnel whether serving or retired. 

Divyaang scholarship

As per government of India Directive to promote a healthy environment supporting physically challenged individuals, all institutions at Online Manipal offer a 20% discount to differently abled learners. All aspirants in occupancy of a Govt Divyang certificate are eligible to avail this discount.

Scholarship for government employees

To assist employees of Govt (central and state) run institutions and to help them pursue their higher studies in professional courses at a more reasonable price, Manipal University Jaipur is offering a 10% discount. All employees in government/semi-government services are eligible to avail of this discount.

Alumni scholarship

Apart from the above categories, the alumni of Manipal University Jaipur and Sikkim Manipal University are eligible for a special scholarship of 20%, and alumni of Manipal Academy of Higher Education can avail a 15% scholarship. 

Let’s now take a look at the scholarships offered by each of the universities in detail. 

Top scholarships offered by Manipal University Jaipur

Here’s a list of top scholarships offered by Manipal University Jaipur.

Scholarship category Scholarship discount Eligibility criteria 
Divyaang (For persons with disabilities) 20% Divyaang certificate 
Defence personnel 20% Personnel / Service / IC number 
Alumni of Manipal University Jaipur 20% UG/PG alumni of Manipal University Jaipur 
Government employees 10% Identity card 
Merit ( 80% and above in a bachelor’s degree) 10% Mark sheet 
Merit ( 80% and above in class 12 / 10+3 diploma exams) 10% Mark sheet  

Here’s how Online Manipal makes a great choice.

Top scholarships offered by Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Here’s a list of top scholarships offered by Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Scholarship category Scholarship discount Eligibility criteria 
Defence personnel 20% Minimum 2 years’ service in the armed forces. 
Divyaang (For persons with disabilities) 20% The candidate must submit a certificate of claim in accordance with government norms. 
Merit 10% ≥75% (aggregate) at entry level qualification from a recognised board/university. 
MAHE / Academy of General Education alumni 15% UG/PG alumni of MAHE / AGE colleges with ≥ 75% (aggregate) at graduation. 

Read more to find out how to avail scholarships from MAHE

Scholarships offered by Sikkim Manipal University

Here’s a list of top scholarships offered by Sikkim Manipal University.

Scholarship category Scholarship discount Eligibility criteria 
Candidates from Sikkim & the Northeast region 30% Valid address proof 
Divyaang 20% Valid certificate from an authorized doctor 
Defence personnel 20% Personnel/Service/IC number 
Alumni of SMU (Sikkim Manipal University) 20% UG/PG alumni of SMU 

Find out more details of SMU scholarships.

Easy financing 

While these are the various scholarship opportunities that institutions at Online Manipal offer to the benefit of learners, we also offer easy payment options to all learners so they don’t face cost as a barrier to pursue their studies. Online Manipal offers no-cost EMI options, where learners can pursue online degrees from premium universities at an affordable price. 

Terms & conditions to avail EMI

*EMI amount mentioned above is applicable for the entire program fee and would need to be paid monthly, for the full duration of the program.

Approval of loans from our loan partners depends on applicants meeting credit norms and submitting required documents. Loan partners may impose other fees and may have additional terms & conditions that must be met by applicants.

For further details on EMIs and other easy financing options, please contact our admission counselors.

Read more to find out how online degrees make graduation more affordable

Along with this, students who pay full fee upfront, they will get a 5% off on their program fee. In addition to the fee concession, if a learner is eligible for a scholarship, he/she can avail the same. The scholarship amount will be calculated on the total program fee. 

Wrapping up

Online degrees are generally more affordable when compared to on-campus degrees, and with Online Manipal, you can pursue an online degree of your choice from a premium university at an affordable price. You can pursue online degrees in management, commerce, computer applications, data science, business analytics, supply chain, and journalism.

Visit onlinemanipal.com to explore programs!

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