Comprehensive Scholarship Program
Government Polytechnic College is committed to ensuring that all meritorious students have access to quality education, regardless of their financial background. The college offers a wide range of scholarships designed to support students throughout their academic journey.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The college provides several merit-based and need-based scholarships to recognize outstanding academic performance and support financially disadvantaged students:
- MCM Scholarship: Awarded to top-performing students in each semester based on CGPA and overall conduct. The scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees plus a monthly stipend of INR 2,000.
- Need-Based Grant: Available for students from economically weaker sections with annual family income below INR 2 lakhs. Covers partial tuition fee and provides monthly assistance of INR 1,500.
- SC/ST Reservation: Students belonging to reserved categories receive special consideration in scholarship allocation, with additional benefits including reduced hostel charges and priority placement assistance.
- Women Empowerment Scholarship: Designed for female students pursuing technical courses. Offers full tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend of INR 2,500 for two years.
Donor & Alumni Scholarships
The college has established partnerships with several donors and alumni who contribute to scholarship funds specifically for students in this program:
- Dr. Ramesh Sharma Memorial Scholarship: Named after a distinguished alumnus, this scholarship supports students excelling in computer science and engineering with an award of INR 50,000 annually.
- Anita & Rajesh Patel Foundation: Provides annual grants of INR 30,000 to top-performing students in mechanical and electrical disciplines.
- Sunil Gupta Educational Trust: Offers scholarships of INR 40,000 for students pursuing renewable energy and environmental engineering.
- Premier Engineering Alumni Association: Supports students from underrepresented regions with travel and study grants totaling INR 25,000 per year.
- Vineet Kumar Memorial Fund: Awards INR 35,000 annually to students demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities in technical projects.
External Government & Corporate Scholarships
In addition to internal funding, Government Polytechnic College students can access scholarships from external sources:
- PM Scholarship for Students with Disabilities: A government initiative providing INR 50,000 annually to students with disabilities pursuing technical education.
- NSS Scholarships: Offered by the National Service Scheme for students involved in social service and community development projects.
- Infosys Foundation: Provides INR 40,000 scholarships to meritorious students from low-income families.
- Google India Scholarship: For students with demonstrated interest in computer science and technology innovation.
- Tata Trusts Educational Grant: Offers financial support for research projects and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships is straightforward and transparent:
- Eligibility Check: Students must meet specific criteria based on academic performance, family income, or special achievements.
- Document Submission: Required documents include mark sheets, income certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and recommendation letters.
- Online Application: Students submit applications through the college portal with all supporting documents uploaded.
- Review Committee: A dedicated committee evaluates submissions based on merit and need.
- Announcement of Results: Successful applicants are notified via email and posted on the college notice board.
Regular updates on scholarship opportunities are communicated to students through newsletters, SMS alerts, and departmental meetings. The college also organizes workshops on financial literacy and scholarship search strategies to help students maximize their chances of receiving support.