Overview of Scholarships
Amity University Patna recognizes the importance of financial assistance in enabling talented students to pursue higher education without economic barriers. The university offers a wide range of scholarships for Computer Science Engineering students, including merit-based, need-based, and donor-funded options.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
These are internal funding mechanisms provided by the university itself, aimed at rewarding academic excellence and supporting students from underprivileged backgrounds:
- MCM Scholarship: Named after the founder of Amity University, this scholarship covers full tuition fees for top-ranking students in Class 12 with an aggregate score of 90% or above. It also includes a monthly stipend of INR 5,000 for three years.
- Merit Cum Means Scholarship: For students scoring between 80-89% in Class 12, this scholarship provides partial fee waiver along with a monthly allowance of INR 3,000.
- Need-Based Merit Scholarship: Designed for students from economically disadvantaged families, this scholarship offers up to 75% tuition fee coverage and additional financial support for books and study materials.
Donor & Alumni Scholarships
Several alumni and donors have established scholarships specifically for students in the Computer Science Engineering program:
- Dr. Ramesh Chandra Excellence Scholarship: Awarded annually to students excelling in AI and Machine Learning research. Provides INR 20,000 per month for two years.
- Sunita Singh Memorial Fund: Supports female students pursuing computer science with a focus on cybersecurity. Covers tuition and living expenses for one year.
- Anil Verma Research Grant: Funds undergraduate research projects in software engineering and cloud computing. Provides INR 10,000 per project for up to six months.
- Deepak Singh Innovation Fellowship: Encourages innovation in blockchain technology and distributed systems with a stipend of INR 30,000 per month for one year.
- Meera Jha Entrepreneurship Award: Supports student startups in AI, edtech, and fintech domains. Provides seed funding up to INR 50,000 for early-stage ventures.
Government Scholarships
Students can also apply for government-funded scholarships that are open to all eligible candidates:
- Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN): Provides financial assistance to farmers and their children, helping with education expenses.
- National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Offers scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students based on economic criteria. Covers full tuition fees and monthly stipend.
- Scholarship for College Education (SCE): For students from minority communities, this scholarship supports higher education with a focus on STEM fields.
- Post-Matric Scholarship: Available to SC/ST/OBC students studying in recognized institutions. Covers tuition, books, and hostel expenses.
Corporate Sponsorships
Several multinational corporations and industry leaders have partnered with Amity University Patna to provide scholarships and internships:
- Google India Scholarship: For top-performing students in computer science programs. Includes a stipend of INR 10,000 per month for one year.
- Microsoft Research Fellowship: Supports research-oriented students working on AI and machine learning projects with funding up to INR 25,000 per project.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Scholarship: For students interested in cloud computing and DevOps practices. Offers training certificates and internships at AWS labs.
- IBM Academic Initiative: Provides access to IBM software tools and scholarships for students working on enterprise solutions.
Application Process
To apply for any scholarship, students must follow these steps:
- Visit the university's official website and navigate to the Scholarships section.
- Download the application form for the desired scholarship.
- Fill out the form with accurate details and upload required documents (mark sheets, income certificates, identity proof, etc.).
- Submit the completed application before the deadline specified on the website.
- Wait for the review process; successful candidates will be notified via email or SMS.
Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria and selection processes. It is advisable to check the official website regularly for updates and announcements regarding new opportunities.