The Government Leather Institute (GLI) in Agra recognizes the importance of financial support for students pursuing careers in the leather and footwear industry. Here's an overview of the scholarship opportunities available at GLI:

Merit-Based Scholarships:

• Government of India Scholarships: The Government of India offers various merit-based scholarships for students pursuing technical education, including programs offered by GLI. These scholarships are typically awarded based on academic performance in previous exams and may cover full or partial tuition fees.

• State Government Scholarships: The government of Uttar Pradesh also offers merit-based scholarships to students pursuing technical education in the state. Eligibility criteria and application details vary depending on the specific scheme and can be found on the official website of the Department of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh (https://bteup.ac.in/).

Need-Based Scholarships:

• Central Sector Scholarship Scheme (CSSS): This scheme provides financial assistance to students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) who are pursuing professional or technical education at the graduate and post-graduate levels.

• National Fee Waiver Scheme (NFWS): Under this scheme, students belonging to the the SC and ST categories studying in institutions funded by the central government can receive a full waiver of tuition fees.

Additional Resources:

• GLI Website: While the GLI website (https://www.gliagra.ac.in/top-students.html) does not have a dedicated page for scholarships, you can contact the institute's admissions department or visit the campus to inquire about available scholarship options.

• Contact Information:

• Phone numbers: 0562-2281104

• Email: gliagra@rediffmail.com