Scholarship Overview
AIBT Vadodara is committed to ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder students from pursuing quality education. The institute offers a wide range of scholarships to support students from diverse backgrounds, including merit-based, need-based, and externally funded awards.
Merit-Based Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, extracurricular achievements, and leadership potential. Students who demonstrate outstanding performance in their previous studies or competitions are eligible for these awards:
- President's Scholarship
- Vice-Chancellor's Merit Award
- Dean's Excellence Prize
- Top Performer Recognition
Need-Based Grants
For students from economically disadvantaged families, AIBT provides need-based grants that cover tuition fees and other essential expenses. These grants are awarded based on family income, assets, and financial circumstances:
- Family Income Grant
- Disability Support Fund
- Single Parent Assistance Program
- Economically Disadvantaged Student Aid
Institute-Wide Scholarships
AIBT also offers several institute-wide scholarships that are open to all students:
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means)
- Student Excellence Award
- Campus Leadership Fellowship
- Research Initiative Grant
Institute-Wide Scholarships
MCM Scholarship
The MCM Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards offered by AIBT. It combines merit and financial need to ensure that deserving students receive support:
- Eligibility: Students with CGPA ≥ 8.0 and family income ≤ ₹5,00,000/year
- Amount: ₹1,50,000 per annum
- Duration: 4 years (undergraduate)
- Application Process: Through online portal with supporting documents
Student Excellence Award
This award recognizes students who excel academically and contribute significantly to campus life:
- Eligibility: All students in good standing
- Amount: ₹50,000 per annum
- Duration: 3 years (undergraduate)
- Application Process: Nominations from faculty members
Campus Leadership Fellowship
This fellowship supports students who demonstrate leadership qualities and community service:
- Eligibility: Students with active involvement in clubs or NGOs
- Amount: ₹75,000 per annum
- Duration: 4 years (undergraduate)
- Application Process: Application form + recommendation letters
Research Initiative Grant
This grant is intended for students interested in pursuing research projects:
- Eligibility: Final-year students with a proposal submitted
- Amount: ₹1,00,000 per project
- Duration: 1 year
- Application Process: Proposal submission followed by review panel
Alumni and Donor Scholarships
AIBT Vadodara also benefits from alumni contributions and donor-funded scholarships that provide additional support for students:
Alumni Initiated Scholarships
- Alumni Excellence Award
- Industry Mentorship Fund
- Entrepreneurship Support Grant
- Global Exposure Program
Donor-Sponsored Scholarships
- Shah Family Foundation Scholarship
- Bhargav Trust Excellence Award
- Singh Family Educational Grant
- Gandhi Foundation Merit Prize
- Kumar Charitable Fund
- Patel Educational Support
External Government and Corporate Scholarships
The institute actively promotes awareness about external scholarships to help students access additional funding:
Government Scholarships
- SC/ST Scholarship Scheme
- OBC Certificate-based Grant
- EWS Reservation Benefits
- Minority Community Support
- Women Empowerment Fund
Corporate Sponsorships
- ICICI Bank Merit Scholarship
- Tata Trusts Educational Grant
- Infosys Foundation Award
- Google India Scholarships
- Microsoft Research Fellowship
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Education Grant
Application Process for Scholarships
The application process varies depending on the type of scholarship:
General Application Steps
- Check eligibility criteria
- Prepare required documents (mark sheets, income certificates, etc.)
- Fill out the online application form
- Submit supporting documents
- Attend an interview or written test if required
- Wait for selection and notification
Document Checklist
- Academic transcripts
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhar card
- Pan card
- Photographs
- Recommendation letters
Scholarship Evaluation Criteria
Each scholarship has specific evaluation criteria, which may include:
- Academic performance (CGPA, rank)
- Financial need (family income, assets)
- Extracurricular activities
- Leadership experience
- Community service
- Proposed research or project ideas
Benefits of Scholarships
Scholarships at AIBT offer more than just financial assistance:
- Mentorship and guidance from faculty
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders
- Access to exclusive workshops and seminars
- Internship placements
- Research funding
- Global exchange programs
Success Stories
Several scholarship recipients have gone on to achieve significant success in their careers:
- Aditya Patel – MCM Scholar, now working at Microsoft
- Anjali Sharma – Alumni Excellence Award, pursued MBA at IIM Bangalore
- Rajesh Kumar – Donor Funded, started his own startup
- Prerna Gupta – Corporate Scholarship, became a research fellow at Stanford University