Scholarship Opportunities
Government Engineering College Bilaspur recognizes the importance of financial support in ensuring equal access to quality education. The college offers a comprehensive range of scholarships covering merit, need, and performance-based criteria.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The MCM Scholarship (Merit-Cum-Means) is one of the most prestigious awards offered by the college for SC/ST/OBC students with excellent academic performance. This scholarship covers full tuition fees along with additional stipends for living expenses.
Additionally, the state government provides scholarships for students from Chhattisgarh who meet specific eligibility criteria. These scholarships are designed to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds while maintaining academic excellence.
The Alumni Foundation Grant is awarded annually based on community service and leadership qualities demonstrated by applicants. This scholarship aims to recognize students who contribute positively to society beyond academics.
Corporate partnerships with companies like TCS, Infosys, and Wipro provide merit-based scholarships for top performers in each semester. These awards not only offer financial support but also open doors to internships and job opportunities within these organizations.
Donor/Alumni Scholarships
Several donor and alumni foundations have established awards specifically for students of GEC Bilaspur:
- Dr. R.K. Sharma Memorial Scholarship: For outstanding academic achievement in engineering disciplines.
- Shri Suresh Chandra Foundation Award: Recognizes students who demonstrate leadership and social responsibility.
- National Science Foundation Fellowship: Supports students pursuing research in science and technology fields.
- Arunodaya Trust Merit Scholarship: For students excelling in competitive exams and academic competitions.
- Bilaspur Education Trust Grant: Aims to promote education for underprivileged children in rural areas.
- Premchand Foundation Award: Recognizes students who contribute to community development projects.
- Chhattisgarh State Development Fund Scholarship: Supports students from marginalized communities.
- Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation Award: For students interested in tourism and hospitality management.
- Shri Ramesh Chandra Excellence Award: For students demonstrating exceptional performance in engineering and innovation.
- Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Merit Grant: Supports distance learning programs for engineering students.
These scholarships are highly competitive, with rigorous selection processes involving academic evaluation, interviews, and community impact assessments.
External Scholarships
Students are encouraged to explore external government and corporate scholarships:
- PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana): Offers training and certification programs for vocational skills development.
- SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds): Provides free online courses and digital learning resources.
- NSS (National Service Scheme): Offers opportunities for community service and leadership development.
- UGC-SRF (University Grants Commission - Senior Research Fellowship): Supports advanced research projects in various fields.
- CSC (Common Services Centre) Initiative: Promotes digital literacy and e-governance among students.
The application process involves online registration, submission of documents, and interview rounds conducted by scholarship committees. Detailed instructions are provided on the college website and through student counselors.