Scholarships
GYAN SAGAR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING recognizes the importance of financial support in ensuring equal access to quality education. The college offers a comprehensive range of scholarships to deserving students, both from internal and external sources.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The following scholarships are available to all students enrolled at GYAN SAGAR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING:
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded based on academic performance and financial need. Students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 8.0 and demonstrate economic hardship.
- SC/ST Reservation Scholarship: Provides full or partial fee waivers for students belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes categories.
- PwD Scholarship: Offered to students with disabilities to support their educational expenses.
- Women's Scholarship: Encourages female students through financial assistance and mentorship programs.
- Regional Scholarship: Available for students from economically disadvantaged regions within Madhya Pradesh.
Alumni and Donor Scholarships
The college also benefits from generous contributions from alumni and donors who have established specific scholarships for students in various disciplines:
- Dr. Anil Sharma Memorial Scholarship: For outstanding performance in Computer Science & Engineering.
- Shivani Patel Excellence Award: Given to top-performing students in Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Ramesh Kumar Foundation Scholarship: Supports students pursuing Mechanical Engineering with financial need.
- Sunita Sharma Merit Award: For excellence in Civil Engineering studies.
- Dr. Amitabh Gupta Innovation Prize: Encourages innovation and research projects in Electrical Engineering.
- Rekha Sharma Excellence Scholarship: For exceptional performance in Computer Science & Engineering with a focus on cybersecurity.
- Vipin Kumar Entrepreneurship Award: Supports students interested in entrepreneurship and startup development.
- Dr. Priya Singh Leadership Award: Recognizes leadership qualities and community service among students.
- Dr. Ramesh Kumar Sustainable Development Fellowship: For students working on projects related to environmental sustainability.
- Dr. Sunita Patel Research Excellence Grant: Supports research initiatives in Civil Engineering with emphasis on infrastructure development.
External Government and Corporate Scholarships
Students are encouraged to apply for external scholarships that align with their academic interests and career goals:
- Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS): Available for students from economically weaker sections of society.
- Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS): For SC/ST students pursuing higher education after 10th standard.
- State Government Engineering Scholarships: Various state-level scholarships for engineering students in Madhya Pradesh.
- Microsoft India Scholarship Program: For students excelling in computer science and related fields.
- Google India Scholarship Program: Supports students pursuing degrees in STEM disciplines.
- Amazon India Scholarships: Offers financial assistance to students from low-income families.
- Tata Trusts Scholarships: Available for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarships: Supports students with academic excellence and leadership potential.
- Cognizant India Scholarship Program: For students pursuing engineering degrees with strong aptitude in technology.
- Wipro Foundation Scholarships: Provides support for students from underprivileged communities.
Scholarship Application Process
The application process for scholarships at GYAN SAGAR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING involves the following steps:
- Eligibility Check: Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by each scholarship provider.
- Application Submission: Applications are submitted online through the college portal or directly to the scholarship provider.
- Documentation: Required documents include academic transcripts, income certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and identity proof.
- Selection Process: Selection is based on merit, need, and other criteria defined by each scholarship program.
- Award Notification: Successful applicants are notified via email or SMS and receive the scholarship amount directly to their bank accounts.