Scholarships

The Faculty of Engineering and Technology is committed to providing financial support to deserving students through a comprehensive scholarship program. This section outlines the various scholarships available, including institute-wide initiatives, alumni contributions, and external funding opportunities.

Institute-Wide Scholarships

The faculty offers several merit-based and need-based scholarships to support student education:

MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means)

The MCM Scholarship is awarded based on both academic performance and financial need. It covers up to 100% of tuition fees for eligible students:

• Eligibility: Students with an aggregate score of 90% or above in qualifying examination
• Amount: Full tuition fee coverage (250000 INR per semester)
• Selection Criteria: Academic merit + Financial need assessment
• Application Process: Online portal with required documents

This scholarship is highly competitive, with only top 10% of students receiving the award annually.

Merit Scholarship

The Merit Scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievements across all programs:

• Eligibility: Top 5% of students in each program
• Amount: 75% tuition fee coverage (187500 INR per semester)
• Selection Criteria: CGPA and performance in competitive exams
• Renewal: Conditional on maintaining high standards

This scholarship encourages excellence and motivates students to strive for academic distinction.

Need-Based Scholarship

The Need-Based Scholarship supports economically disadvantaged students:

• Eligibility: Families with annual income below 2 lakhs INR
• Amount: 50% tuition fee coverage (125000 INR per semester)
• Selection Criteria: Income certificate + family background verification
• Application Process: Document submission and interview

This scholarship ensures that financial constraints do not hinder academic pursuits.

Women's Empowerment Scholarship

To promote gender equality in engineering, the faculty offers a dedicated scholarship for female students:

• Eligibility: Female students from SC/ST/OBC categories
• Amount: Full tuition fee coverage (250000 INR per semester)
• Selection Criteria: Academic performance + Gender-specific criteria
• Additional Support: Mentorship and networking opportunities

This initiative aims to increase female participation in engineering education.

Alumni and Donor Scholarships

The faculty has established partnerships with alumni and donors who contribute scholarships for specific purposes:

Rajesh Kumar Memorial Scholarship

Named after a distinguished alumnus, this scholarship supports students pursuing computer science and engineering:

• Eligibility: Students with interest in AI and Machine Learning
• Amount: 60000 INR per semester
• Selection Criteria: Academic merit + Research potential
• Application Process: Recommendation letter + personal statement

This scholarship encourages innovation in emerging technologies.

Priya Sharma Excellence Scholarship

Established by a renowned alumnus, this scholarship focuses on renewable energy research:

• Eligibility: Students interested in sustainable engineering
• Amount: 50000 INR per semester
• Selection Criteria: Research proposal + Environmental impact assessment
• Application Process: Project submission + Interview

This scholarship supports students working on green energy solutions.

Anil Mehta Robotics Scholarship

Named after a robotics expert, this scholarship promotes automation and AI:

• Eligibility: Students working on robotics projects
• Amount: 40000 INR per semester
• Selection Criteria: Project innovation + Technical feasibility
• Application Process: Prototype demonstration + Research paper

This scholarship provides funding for hands-on engineering projects.

Sunita Reddy Biomedical Scholarship

This scholarship supports students interested in biomedical engineering:

• Eligibility: Students pursuing biotech and healthcare innovations
• Amount: 50000 INR per semester
• Selection Criteria: Academic performance + Biomedical interest
• Application Process: Research proposal + Interview

This scholarship fosters innovation in healthcare technology.

Manoj Gupta Materials Science Award

Named after a materials engineering expert, this award supports students working on advanced materials:

• Eligibility: Students studying materials and nanotechnology
• Amount: 40000 INR per semester
• Selection Criteria: Academic excellence + Research potential
• Application Process: Technical paper + Project presentation

This award encourages research in cutting-edge materials science.

Government Scholarships

The faculty facilitates access to various government-funded scholarships:

Scholarship for ST Students

This scholarship supports students from Scheduled Tribes:

• Eligibility: Students with ST certificate
• Amount: 100% tuition fee + 25000 INR monthly allowance
• Selection Criteria: Caste certificate + Academic performance
• Application Process: Government portal + document verification

This scholarship promotes inclusive education for marginalized communities.

Scholarship for SC Students

Awarded to students from Scheduled Castes:

• Eligibility: Students with SC certificate
• Amount: 100% tuition fee + 25000 INR monthly allowance
• Selection Criteria: Caste certificate + academic merit
• Application Process: Online application + verification

This initiative supports educational advancement for SC students.

Scholarship for OBC Students

Designed for students from Other Backward Classes:

• Eligibility: Students with OBC certificate
• Amount: 100% tuition fee + 25000 INR monthly allowance
• Selection Criteria: Caste certificate + financial need
• Application Process: Online portal + verification process

This scholarship promotes equal opportunities for OBC students.

Scholarship for PwD Students

For students with disabilities:

• Eligibility: Students with disability certificate
• Amount: 100% tuition fee + 25000 INR monthly allowance
• Selection Criteria: Disability certificate + academic performance
• Application Process: Government verification + documentation

This scholarship ensures accessibility for students with special needs.

Corporate Scholarships

The faculty collaborates with leading corporations to offer scholarships:

Google India Scholarship

For students interested in technology and AI:

• Eligibility: Students with coding proficiency
• Amount: 50000 INR + internship opportunity
• Selection Criteria: Coding skills + project portfolio
• Application Process: Online test + interview

This scholarship supports future leaders in technology.

Microsoft Research Grant

For students engaged in research projects:

• Eligibility: Students with research experience
• Amount: 40000 INR + mentorship program
• Selection Criteria: Research proposal + academic excellence
• Application Process: Proposal submission + evaluation

This grant encourages research and innovation.

Amazon Web Services Scholarship

Supporting students in cloud computing and DevOps:

• Eligibility: Students with AWS certification
• Amount: 30000 INR + certification support
• Selection Criteria: Certification + project demonstration
• Application Process: Online portal + technical interview

This scholarship promotes cloud technologies.

IBM Engineering Excellence Award

For students excelling in core engineering disciplines:

• Eligibility: Students with strong academic performance
• Amount: 40000 INR + internship at IBM
• Selection Criteria: CGPA + technical aptitude
• Application Process: Application form + interview

This award provides real-world experience in top companies.

Cisco Networking Excellence Award

For students interested in networking and cybersecurity:

• Eligibility: Students with networking knowledge
• Amount: 35000 INR + certification assistance
• Selection Criteria: Technical knowledge + problem-solving skills
• Application Process: Online assessment + interview

This award enhances networking capabilities.

Application Process and Guidelines

The scholarship application process is designed to be transparent and accessible:

General Steps

1. Review eligibility criteria for each scholarship
2. Prepare required documents (academic records, income certificate)
3. Submit online application through faculty portal
4. Attend interviews or written tests if required
5. Receive notification of selection results

The process ensures fairness and merit-based selection.

Required Documents

• Academic transcripts (10th, 12th, and graduation)
• Income certificate or proof of financial need
• Caste certificate (for reserved categories)
• Recommendation letters from teachers or mentors
• Research proposal or project work

All documents must be authenticated and submitted in digital format.

Timeline

Scholarship applications are accepted twice a year:

• First Round: January to March (for next academic year)
• Second Round: July to September (for mid-year start)

Results are announced within 2-3 months after submission.

Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process

The selection process is based on a combination of academic performance, financial need, and personal merit:

• Academic Excellence (40%)
• Financial Need Assessment (30%)
• Personal Statement and Interview (20%)
• Recommendation Letters (10%)

This comprehensive evaluation ensures that scholarships are awarded to deserving candidates.

Renewal and Monitoring

Scholarships are renewable annually based on performance:

• Minimum CGPA requirement (7.0 or above)
• Attendance standards (90% or above)
• Research or project completion
• Mentorship program participation

Students must maintain these standards to continue receiving financial support.

Support Services and Resources

The faculty provides comprehensive support for scholarship recipients:

• Academic mentoring and guidance
• Research project supervision
• Career counseling and placement assistance
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals

This holistic approach ensures that scholarship recipients thrive academically and professionally.