Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies- Scholarships

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Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, Kochi is a premier State University established in 2010. As India's first university dedicated to fisheries and ocean sciences, KUFOS offers diverse UG, PG, and PhD programs. Located in Kochi, it focuses on academic excellence, research, and sustainable development in marine and coastal sectors. The university is recognized by UGC, ICAR, and AICTE, and was ranked 30th in NIRF 2024 for Agriculture and Allied Sectors. It provides a strong foundation through specialized courses and industry-relevant exposure.

Kochi, Kerala

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Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), situated in Kochi, Kerala, is a leading State University and India's first university exclusively dedicated to fisheries and ocean sciences. Established in 2010, KUFOS operates as an autonomous, publicly funded institution recognized by prominent bodies like the UGC, ICAR, and AICTE. The university's main campus in Panangad spans 69 acres, complemented by research stations at Puduveypu and Thiruvallam, contributing to extensive research and practical training opportunities. KUFOS offers a comprehensive range of academic programs across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, and certificate levels, encompassing disciplines such as Fisheries Science, Ocean Science and Technology, Fisheries Engineering, and Fisheries Management. Admission to these programs is primarily based on entrance examinations including NEET UG, KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, GATE, CAT, CMAT, KMAT, and the university's own KUFOS CEE, ensuring a merit-based selection process for aspiring students. With a focus on nurturing skilled professionals, KUFOS boasts experienced faculty members and maintains a student-faculty ratio of approximately 26:1. The university is actively involved in national and international collaborations, holding membership in the University of the Arctic (UArctic) and having MoUs with institutions like Meridian Biotech (USA), Bournemouth University (UK), and the University of Plymouth (UK). These partnerships facilitate academic exchange, joint research, and global exposure for students and faculty. KUFOS emphasizes research-oriented studies, industry interaction, and extension activities aimed at sustainable development in the fisheries and ocean sectors. Campus facilities include well-equipped laboratories, a library, hostels for boys and girls, and sports amenities, fostering a conducive learning environment. The dedicated placement cell assists students with career guidance and placement opportunities, contributing to positive career outcomes for graduates.

Scholarships for programs at KUFOS

Browse the complete list of scholarships offered at KUFOS for undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs. Find out eligibility, benefits, required documents, and important deadlines.

Scholarship for MBA

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Manappuram Foundation Scholarship	Three MBA students from the general category and two MBA students from the fishermen community, based on rank.	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹4000 Important Note: Awarded per month, each semester.
KUFOS Merit Scholarships (Junior Fellowship)	Meritorious students admitted to Master's Degree Programme.	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹2000 Important Note: Students receiving any other scholarship, fellowship or financial assistance are not considered.
E-Grantz Scholarship	Eligible students from economically and socially disadvantaged sections.	Benefit Type: Fee waiver Important Note: Covers 80-100% of college fees.
Merit Scholarship (Entrance Exam Ranks)	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams like KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, and KUFOS CEE.	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction/waiver Amount: ₹30000 Important Note: Covers full or partial tuition fees. The source indicates a range of ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year; ₹30,000 is an average for the purpose of absolute value requirement.
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Students with an annual family income of less than ₹1 lakh who secure good marks in the qualifying examination.	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: ₹20000 Important Note: Benefit amount is 'up to ₹20,000 per year'.
Scholarships for Children of Fishermen	Children belonging to the fishermen community.	Benefit Type: Fee reduction/waiver Important Note: Implied fee benefits, separate from Manappuram Foundation Scholarship which is also for this community.

Scholarship for PhD

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
KUFOS Senior Research Fellowship (KSF)	Deserving candidates admitted to PhD programs and not receiving any other scholarship/financial assistance.	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹13,000
KUFOS Junior Research Fellowship (KJF)	Deserving students admitted to Master's Degree Programme (implies for research oriented PG, potentially applicable to early stage PhD if no SRF).	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹2,000
Government of India/Kerala Fee Concessions and Grants	KUFOS students eligible as per Government of India/Kerala norms.	Benefit Type: Fee concession/grant Amount: Varies

Scholarship for M.Sc

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (KUFOS CEE, ICAR AIEEA).	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction (full or partial) Amount: ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year Important Note: Amount varies based on rank. [3]
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Students with annual family income less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exams.	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: Up to ₹20,000 per year Important Note: Income and academic performance criteria apply. [3]
KUFOS Junior Research Fellowship	Meritorious students admitted to Master's Degree Programme who are undertaking thesis work as part of the University Research Programme.	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹2,000 per semester Important Note: Not applicable if receiving other scholarships/financial assistance. Limited fellowships awarded based on merit from each Faculty. [2, 7, 22, 29]
Government of India/Kerala Fee Concessions and Grants	As per government norms for various categories (e.g., SC/ST, OBC, children of fishermen).	Benefit Type: Fee waiver/financial aid Amount: Variable Important Note: Details subject to specific government schemes like e-grantz. [4, 7, 17]

Scholarship for B.F.Sc

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship	Students who secure top ranks in entrance exams like KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, and KUFOS CEE.	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Amount: ₹30,000 Important Note: Average benefit amount, covers full or partial tuition fees. ICAR scholarships also available for ICAR exam qualified students.
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Annual family income of less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam.	Benefit Type: Financial aid Amount: ₹20,000 Important Note: Maximum benefit amount.
E-Grantz	-	Benefit Type: Financial aid Important Note: General mention of availability, specific details not provided.

Scholarship for B.Tech

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, KUFOS CEE).	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction/waiver (full or partial) Amount: ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 Important Note: Annual benefit.
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Annual family income less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam.	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: Up to ₹20,000 Important Note: Annual benefit.
KUFOS Junior Research Fellowship (KJF)	Deserving postgraduate students.	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: ₹2,000 Important Note: Monthly benefit. Not awarded if receiving other scholarships/fellowships. [16]
Fishermen Community Scholarship	Children of fishermen community.	Benefit Type: Fee concession Important Note: Subject to grant of educational concession by e-grantz of Fisheries Department, Govt. of Kerala. [9]

Scholarship for M.F.Sc

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
KUFOS Junior Fellowship	Deserving students admitted into KUFOS Master's degree programs. Not eligible if receiving other scholarships/financial aid.	Benefit Type: Stipend Amount: ₹2,000 Important Note: Paid monthly.
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (ICAR AIEEA).	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Amount: ₹30,000 Important Note: Annual amount, covers full or partial tuition fees, average of reported range.
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Students with annual family income less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam.	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Amount: ₹20,000 Important Note: Up to ₹20,000 per year.
Fishermen Community Scholarship	Students belonging to fishing communities in Kerala.	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Important Note: Covers full tuition fees. No fees for children of fishermen.

Scholarship for M.Tech

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
E-Grantz Scholarship	For eligible students from economically and socially disadvantaged sections, requires application through e-grantz 3.0 portal.	Benefit Type: Tuition fee waiver/reduction Important Note: Covers 80-100% of college fees for eligible students. [25]
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (KUFOS CEE, KEAM, ICAR AIEEA).	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Amount: ₹10,000-₹50,000 Important Note: Amount ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year. [20]
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Students with an annual family income of less than ₹1 lakh who secure good marks in the qualifying exam.	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: Up to ₹20,000 Important Note: Amount can be up to ₹20,000 per year. [20]
KUFOS Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	Deserving postgraduate students admitted to master's degree programs at KUFOS.	Benefit Type: Stipend Amount: Up to ₹2,000 Important Note: Amount is up to ₹2,000 per semester. [13]

Scholarship for Certificate Programs

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, KUFOS CEE)	Benefit Type: Full or partial tuition fee reduction Amount: ₹10,000 - ₹50,000 per year
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Annual family income less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: Up to ₹20,000 per year
Fishermen Community Scholarship	Students belonging to fishing communities in Kerala	Benefit Type: Full tuition fee waiver Amount: Full Tuition Fees Important Note: Covers full tuition fees and special fees for Children of Fishermen (CoF) subject to educational concession by e-grantz. [10]
KUFOS Junior Research Fellowship	Meritorious students admitted to Master's Degree Programme	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹2,000 per month Important Note: Students in receipt of any other scholarship or financial assistance are not eligible. [8]
KUFOS Senior Research Fellowship	Meritorious candidates admitted to PhD Programme	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹14,000 per month Important Note: Students in receipt of any other scholarship or financial assistance are not eligible. [8]

Scholarship for PG Diploma in Industrial Aquaculture

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship	Top ranks in entrance exams (KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, KUFOS CEE)	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Amount: ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Annual family income of less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: Up to ₹20,000 per year
Fishermen Community Scholarship	Students belonging to fishing communities in Kerala	Benefit Type: Tuition fee waiver Amount: Covers full tuition fees
KUFOS Junior Research Fellowship (KJF)	Deserving students admitted to Master's Degree Programme	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹2,000 per month Important Note: Students receiving other scholarships/financial aid during the period will not be considered.
E-Grantz	Eligible students from economically and socially disadvantaged categories as per government norms	Benefit Type: Fee coverage Amount: 80-100% of college fees Important Note: Students should submit application for fee concession through e-grantz 3.0 before its last date or within thirty days from the commencement of regular classes. [14]

Scholarship for Diploma in Brackishwater and Marine Aquaculture

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (KEAM, ICAR AIEEA, KUFOS CEE). [3]	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction Important Note: Amount can range from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year for various courses. Specific amount for Diploma is not detailed. [3]
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Annual family income less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam. [3]	Benefit Type: Financial aid Amount: 20000 Important Note: Up to ₹20,000 per year. [3]
Fishermen Community Scholarship	Students belonging to fishing communities in Kerala. [3]	Benefit Type: Tuition fee waiver Important Note: Covers full tuition fees for eligible students. [3]

Scholarship for LLM

Scholarships	Eligibility	Benefit
KUFOS Junior Fellowship	Deserving candidates accepted into Master's Program (including LLM)	Benefit Type: Monthly stipend Amount: ₹2,000 Important Note: Not awarded to students receiving other scholarships/financial aid.
Merit Scholarship	Students securing top ranks in entrance exams (e.g., KUFOS CEE)	Benefit Type: Tuition fee reduction (full or partial) Amount: ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 per year (range provided by source, using average of ₹30,000)
Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Annual family income less than ₹1 lakh and good marks in qualifying exam	Benefit Type: Financial assistance Amount: Up to ₹20,000 per year

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