Pearl Academy Scholarship 2026: Eligibility Criteria, How to Apply, Selection Criteria

Sherryl Kintu Scholarship

The institute scholarships are available for both UG and PG students.

The Sherryl Kintu Scholarship was established to honor the legacy of Sherryl Kintu. The general considerations are:

• Open to all applicants for all Fashion, Design, Business and Media programs at Pearl Academy.
• Scholarship Amount covers 100% of the fee for the chosen study program excluding Registration Fee, Alumni Fee and Security Fee.

Pearl Academy Scholarship Detailed Information

Pearl Academy ‘Sherryl Kintu Scholarship’ - Eligibility

Pearl Academy applicants of the academic year are eligible for the Sherryl Kintu Scholarship. Candidates are not required to apply for the Pearl Academy scholarship separately. Scholarship Amount covers 100% of the entire fee structure* for the chosen study program excluding Registration Fee, Alumni Fee and Security Fee. All personal expenses shall be borne by student including their accommodation, transport etc.

Who can apply for the Pearl Academy ‘Sherryl Kintu Scholarship’?

The pearl academy scholarship criteria are based on the performance in the entrance exam, obtained merit and creativity, proficiency of the applicants. Following students can apply for the Pearl Academy ‘Sherryl Kintu scholarship’.

• Students who qualify in the Pearl Academy entrance exam 2026 can apply for the scholarship.
• Students must be the residents of India.
• Students must complete their 10+2 exam or Bachelor’s programs or an undergraduate degree for Master’s programs by July 2026. However, the Scholarship shall be open to all Applicants for all Fashion, Design, Business and Media programs at CAES subject to the condition met.
• Candidate's family income should be less than 8.0 LPA
• Minimum marks in the class 12 for UG and in the graduation for PG student should be either equal to or above 60% or 6.0 CGPA.

How to apply for the Pearl Academy ‘Sherryl Kintu Scholarship’?

The Pearl academy scholarship criteria is a great opportunity for students who want to pursue their passion in design, fashion, business, and media. The students have to meet the terms and conditions laid down by the Academy to win the Pearl Academy Scholarship.

Applicants are required to submit the below documents

1. Personal statement (maximum 300 words) outlining how the programme enrolled in will contribute to long-term career goals, demonstrating passion, drive, creativity, ambition, and financial need.
2. Documents required for exhibiting the need for funding include Proof of financial need (income certificates, tax returns, etc.) indicating the total family income to be less than 8 LPA.
3. Academic transcripts and certificates indicate that the CGPA of the preceding years is either equal to or above 6.0.
4. Signed declaration document in attached format.
5. Copy of the offer letter

Original Copy of the above documents to be submitted to admission department of Pearl Academy at Pearl Academy, A-21/13, Naraina Industrial Area Phase-2, New Delhi 110028.

Appear for the Pearl Academy entrance exam : General Proficiency Test, Design/ Media Aptitude Test, Personal Interview, and Portfolio Showcase. It is mandatory to showcase a Portfolio during the Personal Interview (PI) round of the Pearl Entrance Examination.

Scholarship Coverage

The Pearl Academy Scholarship amount covers 100% of the entire fee structure* for the opted programme excluding the registration fee, alumni fee and security fee. All personal expenses shall be borne by the student including their accommodation, transport etc.

Scholarship renewal terms

Since the Scholarship is only for one year, renewal in subsequent semester/ year will be based on:

• No disciplinary case registered or reported;
• Submission of renewed Income certificate before the start of each academic year.
• Submission of renewed proof of financial need (income certificates, tax returns, etc.) indicating the total family income to be less than 8 LPA.
• Maintain 75% attendance in entire semester in all subjects and cumulative.
• Obtaining pass grades in all CIA and End semester examinations and maintaining CGPA either equal to or above 6.0.

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Merit Based Scholarship

This is the top creative talent to win up to 25%* scholarship at each of the 5 campuses of Pearl Academy. The applicants for the academic Year 2026 are eligible for the scholarship. Applicants are not required to apply for the scholarship separately.

Selection Criteria

Selection Process:

The scholarship is awarded to the students based on merit, considering the performance of applicants in the Pearl Entrance Exam, which includes a Written Exam, Personal Interview, and Portfolio Showcase. The authorities encourage students to build their portfolio for the scholarship application.

About Pearl Academy Entrance Exam 2026

Pearl Academy 2026 application form will be made available on the official website of Pearl Academy for each round of admissions. Eligible students can fill out the Pearl Academy application form in online mode. To appear in the Pearl Academy entrance exam, the candidates must meet the Pearl Academy eligibility criteria that will be released online.

Applicants have to provide the required details and pay the application fee using credit/ debit card/ net banking to complete the registration process. The registration fee for the Pearl Academy entrance exam is Rs. 2000. The Pearl Academy entrance exam will be held in multiple cycles.

To learn more about the pearl academy scholarship programme and other details, visit the official website of Pearl Academy.

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