Overview of Scholarship Programs

GIBT Aligarh is committed to ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder academic excellence. The institute offers a wide range of scholarships to support students from diverse backgrounds:

• Institute-wide scholarships based on merit and need
• Donor/alumni-specific scholarships for targeted groups
• Government-sponsored schemes for marginalized communities
• Corporate partnerships offering industry-relevant funding

Institute-Wide Scholarships

The institute runs several scholarship programs that are open to all students based on academic performance and financial need:

MCM Scholarship Program (Merit-Cum-Means)

This is one of the most prestigious scholarships offered by GIBT Aligarh. It combines academic merit with financial need, ensuring that deserving students from low-income families are supported.

• Eligibility: Students must score above 80% in qualifying examination and demonstrate financial need
• Amount: Up to INR 150,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application with required documents including income certificate, mark sheets, and family details

Merit-Based Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students who rank in the top 10% of their class based on cumulative GPA.

• Eligibility: Minimum CGPA of 9.0 out of 10
• Amount: INR 100,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Automatic consideration through academic records

Need-Based Scholarship

This scholarship supports students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

• Eligibility: Students must submit income certificate and proof of financial need
• Amount: INR 75,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Submission of documents through online portal

Disability Scholarship

This scholarship is specifically designed for students with physical disabilities.

• Eligibility: Valid disability certificate from recognized authority
• Amount: INR 100,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Submission of medical certificate and other documents

Female Student Scholarship

To encourage female participation in STEM fields, GIBT Aligarh offers special support for women pursuing technical programs.

• Eligibility: Female students enrolled in engineering or business programs
• Amount: INR 80,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application with supporting documents

Donor and Alumni Scholarships

Several donor and alumni groups have established scholarships specifically for students at GIBT Aligarh:

Aligarh Muslim University Alumni Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the alumni of AMU and aims to support meritorious students from the university.

• Eligibility: Students must be from AMU background or have strong ties to the university
• Amount: INR 120,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Submission through alumni portal

Rajiv Gandhi Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation and supports students from underprivileged communities.

• Eligibility: Students from SC/ST/OBC categories with income below INR 300,000 per year
• Amount: INR 150,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application with required documents

Vishwakarma Educational Trust Scholarship

This trust supports students pursuing higher education in engineering and business fields.

• Eligibility: Students from economically backward families
• Amount: INR 100,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Submission of income certificate and mark sheets

Shiv Nadar Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship supports students with exceptional academic performance and leadership potential.

• Eligibility: Students with CGPA above 9.0 and active in extracurricular activities
• Amount: INR 120,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application with recommendation letters

Satyam Foundation Scholarship

This foundation supports students pursuing technology and innovation-based programs.

• Eligibility: Students from rural areas or economically challenged backgrounds
• Amount: INR 100,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application with supporting documents

Government and Corporate Scholarships

GIBT Aligarh students also benefit from various government and corporate scholarships:

Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award

This award is given by the Government of India to support students studying abroad or pursuing research.

• Eligibility: Students with exceptional academic record and research potential
• Amount: INR 500,000 for research or international study
• Application Process: Application through government portal

Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) Scholarship

This scholarship supports students pursuing postgraduate research in social sciences.

• Eligibility: Students from SC/ST/OBC categories with academic excellence
• Amount: INR 25,000 per month for two years
• Application Process: Online application through ICSSR portal

Tata Trusts Scholarship

This scholarship supports students from low-income families pursuing higher education.

• Eligibility: Students with family income below INR 200,000 per year
• Amount: INR 150,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application with required documents

Infosys Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship supports students pursuing technology-related courses in engineering or management.

• Eligibility: Students from underprivileged backgrounds
• Amount: INR 100,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Online application through Infosys portal

Google India Scholarship

This scholarship supports students in computer science and related fields.

• Eligibility: Students with strong academic performance in CS or IT
• Amount: INR 100,000 per year for four years
• Application Process: Application through Google Scholarships portal

Application Process and Tips

The application process for scholarships at GIBT Aligarh is designed to be transparent and accessible:

1. Check eligibility criteria for each scholarship
2. Gather required documents such as income certificates, mark sheets, and recommendation letters
3. Submit applications through the official online portal before deadlines
4. Attend interviews or selection rounds if shortlisted
5. Follow up on status updates regularly

Important Tips:

• Apply early to avoid missing deadlines
• Ensure all documents are authentic and properly attested
• Highlight achievements beyond academics in your applications
• Seek guidance from the scholarship office for any queries
• Prepare a strong personal statement or motivation letter

Success Stories

Many students at GIBT Aligarh have successfully secured scholarships and gone on to achieve great success:

• Student A - Won MCM Scholarship and is now working at Google as a Data Scientist
• Student B - Received Rajiv Gandhi Memorial Scholarship and pursued research in AI
• Student C - Secured Infosys Foundation Scholarship and launched a startup