Institute-Wide Scholarships
The College Of Agribusiness Management offers several institute-wide scholarships to support deserving students:
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded based on academic performance and financial need. Amount: ₹1,00,000 annually for top 5% of students.
- President's Merit Scholarship: Recognizes outstanding academic achievements across all branches. Amount: ₹75,000 per year.
- Alumni Association Grant: Supports students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. Amount: Up to ₹50,000 per semester.
- Research Excellence Fellowship: For students pursuing research projects under faculty mentorship. Amount: ₹30,000 per month for 12 months.
- Career Development Award: Designed to fund internships or conferences related to agri-business. Amount: ₹25,000 per project.
Donor/Alumni Scholarships
Several alumni and donors have established scholarships specifically for students in the College Of Agribusiness Management:
- Rajeshwaran Foundation Scholarship: For students from rural areas with exceptional academic records. Amount: ₹50,000 per year.
- Anjali Patel Educational Trust: Supports female students pursuing agro-business careers. Amount: ₹40,000 annually.
- Suresh Kumar Excellence Award: For students excelling in agricultural finance and economics. Amount: ₹35,000 per year.
- Latha Venkatesh Leadership Fellowship: Recognizes leadership potential in rural development initiatives. Amount: ₹30,000 annually.
- Arun Sharma Innovation Grant: For students developing innovative agri-tech solutions. Amount: ₹25,000 per project.
- Dr. Rajeshwaran M. Excellence in Agriculture Award: For students demonstrating excellence in agricultural research and development. Amount: ₹20,000 annually.
- Prof. Anjali Patel Sustainability Scholarship: For students working on environmental sustainability projects in agriculture. Amount: ₹15,000 per year.
- Dr. Suresh Kumar Rural Finance Fellowship: Supports students interested in rural banking and financial inclusion. Amount: ₹10,000 annually.
- Prof. Latha Venkatesh Food Security Grant: For students researching food security and nutrition. Amount: ₹8,000 per year.
- Dr. Arun Sharma Agri-Tech Innovation Prize: For students with innovative agri-tech startups or prototypes. Amount: ₹5,000 per startup idea.
Government and Corporate Scholarships
Students can also access external scholarships from government bodies and corporate sponsors:
- Prime Minister's Scholarship for Higher Education (PM-SHE): Available to SC/ST/OBC students. Amount: ₹20,000 per year.
- National Scholarship for Women in Agriculture: For female students from rural backgrounds. Amount: ₹15,000 annually.
- SAP University Alliances Program: Offers scholarships for students specializing in IT and data analytics within agriculture. Amount: ₹10,000 per semester.
- Google India Fellowship: For students working on projects related to precision farming or sustainable agriculture. Amount: ₹5,000 per project.
- Microsoft Research Grant: Supports students engaged in AI and machine learning applications in agriculture. Amount: ₹4,000 per research project.
- World Bank Youth Empowerment Program: Provides funding for students working on rural development projects. Amount: ₹3,000 per year.
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Internship Grant: For students pursuing internships in international agricultural programs. Amount: ₹2,500 per month.
- Ministry of Agriculture Student Loan Program: Offers low-interest loans for students from economically weaker sections. Interest rate: 3% annually.
Scholarship Application Process
The application process varies depending on the type of scholarship:
- Institute Scholarships: Students must fill out an online form and submit academic transcripts, income certificates, and a personal statement. Applications open at the beginning of each semester.
- Alumni Scholarships: Requires nomination by faculty members or direct submission through the alumni portal. Selection is based on merit and financial need.
- Government Scholarships: Students must register on the official government portal and provide documentation such as caste certificate, income proof, and academic records. Deadlines are announced in advance.
- Corporate Scholarships: Applications are typically submitted via company websites or direct outreach from campus placement teams. Criteria include academic excellence, leadership experience, and alignment with company values.
All scholarship applications undergo a rigorous evaluation process involving faculty review boards and student welfare committees to ensure fair and transparent distribution of funds.