Overview of Scholarships
CIBT Aligarh is committed to making quality education accessible to all students, regardless of their financial background. To achieve this goal, the institute offers a wide range of scholarships and financial assistance programs designed to support deserving students throughout their academic journey.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The institute provides several merit-based and need-based scholarships for students enrolled in various programs:
- MCM Scholarship: Awarded annually to meritorious students from economically disadvantaged families. The scholarship covers partial or full tuition fees based on income criteria.
- Campus Merit Scholarships: Given to top-performing students in the first year of their program, these scholarships recognize academic excellence and encourage continued high performance.
- Women Empowerment Scholarship: Designed specifically for female students, this scholarship supports girls from low-income households and encourages their pursuit of higher education.
- Disability Support Grant: For students with physical disabilities, this grant provides additional financial support to cover assistive devices, transportation, and other specialized needs.
Donor and Alumni Scholarships
The institute has established partnerships with alumni and donors who contribute funds to support student scholarships. These scholarships are often targeted at specific categories of students or academic disciplines:
- Alumni Excellence Scholarship: Funded by distinguished alumni, this scholarship supports outstanding students in business and technology fields.
- Engineering Innovation Grant: Awarded to engineering students working on innovative projects with potential for commercialization.
- Research Excellence Award: For students pursuing research projects in collaboration with faculty members.
- Entrepreneurship Development Fund: Supports student startups through seed funding and mentorship programs.
- Cultural Heritage Fellowship: Designed for students interested in preserving and promoting cultural heritage through academic research.
Government Scholarships
Students enrolled at CIBT Aligarh are eligible to apply for various government-sponsored scholarships that offer financial assistance based on income levels, caste, gender, and other demographic factors:
- Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE): For students from SC/ST categories pursuing undergraduate degrees.
- Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme: For students from economically weaker sections (EWS) studying in higher education institutions.
- Women and Child Development Ministry Scholarships: For female students pursuing technical or professional courses.
- National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMM): For meritorious students from low-income families.
- Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students: For students from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes pursuing higher education.
Corporate Scholarships
CIBT Aligarh collaborates with leading corporations to provide scholarships and internships for students interested in specific fields such as technology, business, and management:
- TCS iON Scholarship: For students pursuing computer science and IT-related courses.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: Supports students from underprivileged backgrounds in pursuing technical education.
- Microsoft Student Ambassador Program: Provides scholarships and mentorship opportunities for outstanding students in technology.
- Google India Fellowship: For students working on research projects related to artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Scholarship: Supports students interested in cloud computing and web development.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships at CIBT Aligarh is straightforward and aims to ensure transparency and fairness:
- Eligibility Criteria: Students must meet specific eligibility requirements set by each scholarship provider, including academic performance, financial status, and demographic factors.
- Document Submission: Applicants are required to submit relevant documents such as income certificates, caste certificates, mark sheets, and identity proofs.
- Application Form: The online application form can be accessed through the institute's official website or student portal.
- Review Process: A selection committee reviews applications based on merit, need, and other specified criteria.
- Notification: Shortlisted candidates are notified via email and SMS about the results of their application.