Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology offers several scholarship schemes to support meritorious students who may face financial challenges while pursuing higher education. These scholarships aim to encourage academic excellence and ensure that deserving students receive opportunities to complete their studies without financial constraints.

The university collaborates with various non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to identify and support talented students from economically weaker backgrounds. Through these collaborations, scholarships are provided to students who demonstrate strong academic performance but lack adequate financial resources to continue their education.

Apart from students recommended by NGOs, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology also provides scholarships to several special categories of students. These include children of Indian defence personnel, children of destitute women, war widows, and children of prison inmates. Additionally, the scholarship support is extended to the meritorious wards of non-teaching staff members working at the institution.

The scholarship selection process follows a structured evaluation method. Candidates are assessed based on factors such as their family background, academic performance in the qualifying examination, and their performance in the scholarship test conducted by the institution. This ensures that the financial support reaches the most deserving students.

Chancellor's Merit Scholarship Scheme

The Chancellor's Merit Scholarship Scheme is designed to reward academically outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional performance in their qualifying examinations. This scholarship recognises academic talent and helps students pursue their higher education at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology with financial assistance.

Anbu Scholarship Scheme

The Anbu Scholarship Scheme is a special financial assistance programme created to support meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The scholarship focuses on helping students who have strong academic potential but require financial support to continue their education and achieve their career goals.