Institute-Wide Scholarships
Global College of Science and Technology Dharwad offers several scholarships to support meritorious students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need.
MCM Scholarship
The MCM (Merit Cum Means) Scholarship is awarded to students based on their performance in the entrance examination and annual family income. It covers up to 50% of tuition fees for the first year.
GCST Merit Scholarship
This scholarship is given to students who secure top ranks in internal assessments and demonstrate leadership qualities. It provides full waiver of tuition fees for two years.
Disability Support Scholarship
Students with disabilities are supported through this scholarship, which covers all educational expenses including hostel charges and medical fees.
Alumni Scholarships
The college has a strong network of alumni who contribute to the institution through various scholarships. These scholarships are typically awarded based on academic merit and community service.
GCST Alumni Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is funded by alumni contributions and supports students pursuing research projects or entrepreneurship initiatives.
Pioneer Alumni Scholarship
Designed for students who show exceptional promise in their field of study, this scholarship provides full funding for a year along with mentorship opportunities.
Government Scholarships
Students can also apply for government-funded scholarships that are available to eligible candidates from various categories.
SC/ST Scholarship
Provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, this scholarship supports students from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes with full tuition fee coverage.
Minority Education Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students from minority communities and covers up to 100% of tuition fees for four years.
Scholarship for Girls
A government initiative aimed at promoting girl education, this scholarship provides financial support to female students studying in science and technology programs.
Corporate Scholarships
Several corporate organizations have partnered with GCST to offer scholarships that align with their values and industry requirements.
Tata Scholarship
Offered by Tata Group, this scholarship supports students pursuing engineering and technology degrees with full tuition fee coverage for three years.
Infosys Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to students who excel in computer science and engineering, providing financial assistance for their entire degree program.
Microsoft India Scholarship
Designed for students interested in AI and data science, this scholarship offers full funding along with internship opportunities at Microsoft.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships varies depending on the type of scholarship. Generally, students must submit an online application form along with supporting documents such as income certificates, academic transcripts, and recommendation letters.
Applications are typically open in early July and close in mid-August. Selected candidates are notified through email and SMS, and the disbursement of funds is done at the beginning of the academic year.