Coal India Limited (CIL) has opened applications for its Merit Scholarship and Financial Assistance 2025-26 through its dedicated online portal. This prestigious scholarship, designed to uplift talented youth from Project Affected People (PAP) and Project Affected Families, offers crucial financial support to the next generation of engineers and doctors. If you meet the eligibility criteria and aspire to build a future in a leading government or technical institution, now is the time to apply.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To ensure that the benefits reach deserving candidates, CIL has outlined strict eligibility norms:
PAP/PAF Status: Candidates must belong to Project Affected People (PAP) or Project Affected Family categories as recognized by Coal India Limited’s Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy.
Employee Association: Only wards/children of Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) employees are eligible.
Age Limit: Candidates must be 25 years or younger and not currently employed or benefiting from any other scholarship.
Education Level & Discipline: Applicants must be first-time, full-time undergraduate students enrolled in Engineering or Medicine at an approved institution.
Institution Recognition: The chosen program must be at an IIT, NIT, or other government-owned engineering or medical college.
Academic Excellence: Only high achievers are considered—applicants must have a top entrance exam rank (IIT/AIEEE) and should have ranked 1–20 in their Class X or XII (Madhyamik/ICSE/CBSE/H.S./I.Sc.) board exams.
SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS
The CIL Merit Scholarship 2025-26 offers significant financial support:
- Tuition Fees: Complete coverage of tuition for the entire course.
- Hostel Fees: Full hostel fee payment for the duration of study.
- Miscellaneous Reimbursement: Up to ₹10,000 for incidental academic expenses.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION
Applicants must ensure all documents are in order for a successful online submission:
- Domicile Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Character Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Photo ID
- Proof of Residence
- Class 12 Marksheet
- Entrance Exam (IIT/AIEEE) Scorecard
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
HOW TO APPLY & LAST DATE
Applications are accepted exclusively through the official online portal of Coal India Limited. The final date for submission is 30 November 2025. Applicants should submit all required documents and ensure the correctness of information to avoid disqualification.
Prospective students and their families are encouraged to apply early, as the CIL Scholarship is a gateway to premier education and financial stability for future leaders in India’s engineering and medical sectors, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
