Overview of Scholarships
Ashoka Institute of Technology and Management is committed to supporting students through various scholarship programs that recognize academic excellence, financial need, and leadership potential. These scholarships aim to ensure that deserving students can pursue quality education without financial constraints.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
- MCM Scholarship: Awarded to top-performing students in each discipline based on their academic performance and extracurricular involvement.
- Merit-Based Merit Scholarship: Available for students scoring above 90% in their qualifying examination.
- Need-Based Financial Aid: Provides support to economically disadvantaged students with a comprehensive review process.
Donor/Alumni Scholarships
- Rajesh Kumar Foundation Scholarship: For students excelling in engineering and technology fields, named after the institute's founding member.
- Anjali Sharma Memorial Scholarship: Supporting female students pursuing STEM education.
- Suresh Patel Research Grant: For undergraduate students working on innovative research projects.
- Priya Mehta Excellence Award: Recognizing outstanding contributions to sustainable engineering practices.
- Arjun Gupta Innovation Fellowship: For students developing novel robotic solutions or automation systems.
External Scholarships
Students are encouraged to apply for external scholarships provided by government bodies and corporate organizations. Some of the notable ones include:
- Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS): Offered by the Government of India for meritorious students.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: For underprivileged students excelling in science and mathematics.
- Tata Trusts Scholarships: Supporting students from rural backgrounds pursuing higher education.
- Google India Scholarship: Awarded to students demonstrating exceptional talent in computer science.
- Microsoft Research Fellowship: For undergraduate students interested in research in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships varies depending on the type. Generally, students must submit academic transcripts, personal statements, recommendation letters, and proof of financial need (if applicable). Applications are typically open from January to March each year.