Scholarship Overview

Guru Kashi University Bathinda recognizes the importance of financial support in enabling talented students to pursue their education. The university offers a wide range of scholarships to ensure that academic excellence is not hindered by financial constraints.

Institute-Wide Scholarships

MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means)

The MCM Scholarship is awarded to meritorious students who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need:

• Eligibility Criteria: Minimum 80% in 12th standard or equivalent
• Amount: Up to INR 50,000 per annum
• Application Process: Online form submission through university portal
• Documents Required: Academic transcripts, income certificate, and recommendation letters

University Merit Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to top-performing students in entrance examinations:

• Eligibility Criteria: Top 10% rank holders in JEE Main or equivalent exam
• Amount: INR 30,000 per annum
• Application Process: Automatic consideration based on entrance exam results

Donor and Alumni Scholarships

The Patel Foundation Scholarship

Named after a prominent alumnus, this scholarship supports students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students with family income below INR 2 lakhs annually
• Amount: INR 40,000 per annum
• Application Process: Application form along with income proof and recommendation letters

Sharma Family Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship is aimed at supporting female students in engineering:

• Eligibility Criteria: Female students with 75% or above in 12th standard
• Amount: INR 35,000 per annum
• Application Process: Online application with academic records and personal statement

Chawla Educational Trust Scholarship

Aimed at students from rural areas:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students from rural background with 70% or above in 12th standard
• Amount: INR 25,000 per annum
• Application Process: Application form with rural proof and academic transcripts

Government Scholarships

Scholarship for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

This government initiative provides financial assistance to students from EWS categories:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students belonging to EWS category with family income below INR 8 lakhs annually
• Amount: Up to INR 50,000 per annum
• Application Process: Online application through government portal

Minority Community Scholarship

For students from minority communities:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students from minority communities with 70% or above in 12th standard
• Amount: INR 40,000 per annum
• Application Process: Application through state government portal

Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities (PWD)

This scholarship supports students with disabilities:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students with 40% or more disability as certified by medical board
• Amount: INR 50,000 per annum
• Application Process: Application form with disability certificate and academic records

Corporate Scholarships

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Scholarship

For students interested in pursuing careers in IT:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students with 80% or above in 12th standard
• Amount: INR 30,000 per annum
• Application Process: Online application through TCS website

Microsoft India Scholarship

Supporting students in computer science disciplines:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students with 75% or above in 12th standard
• Amount: INR 20,000 per annum
• Application Process: Application through Microsoft India portal

Google India Scholarship

For students with exceptional academic performance:

• Eligibility Criteria: Students with 90% or above in 12th standard
• Amount: INR 40,000 per annum
• Application Process: Application through Google India portal

Scholarship Application Process

The application process for scholarships at Guru Kashi University Bathinda involves several steps:

1. Eligibility Verification: Students must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for each scholarship
2. Document Collection: Gather all required documents including academic records, income certificates, and recommendation letters
3. Online Application: Submit applications through the university's official portal or specific scholarship websites
4. Review Process: Applications are reviewed by selection committees based on merit and need
5. Notification: Successful applicants are notified via email and official communication channels

Scholarship Renewal and Conditions

Scholarships at Guru Kashi University Bathinda are typically awarded for one academic year and may be renewed based on:

• Academic Performance: Maintaining a minimum CGPA of 7.0 or above
• Attendance: Regular attendance and engagement in academic activities
• Community Involvement: Participation in extracurricular activities and community service

Scholarship recipients are expected to adhere to the university's code of conduct and academic standards throughout their studies.