Institute-Wide Scholarships
Gyanveer University Sagar offers a variety of scholarships to ensure that deserving students can pursue their education without financial strain.
- MCM Scholarship: Named after the founder, this scholarship is awarded to top-performing students in each branch. The amount ranges from INR 20,000 to INR 50,000 per semester based on academic merit and extracurricular involvement.
- Merit Scholarship: Available for students scoring above 90% in their final examination. Recipients receive a stipend of INR 30,000 annually for the duration of their program.
- Need-Based Grant: Designed to assist students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The grant covers up to 70% of tuition fees and provides additional support for living expenses.
- Disability Support Scholarship: Aims to support students with disabilities by covering special educational needs, assistive devices, and transportation costs.
- Women Empowerment Scholarship: Encourages female participation in engineering by offering full tuition waivers and monthly stipends of INR 10,000 for three years.
Alumni and Donor Scholarships
The university collaborates with alumni networks and donors to provide scholarships tailored to specific needs or achievements.
- Dr. Ramesh Sharma Memorial Scholarship: Awarded annually to students excelling in materials science research. Amount: INR 50,000 per year.
- Professor Priya Patel Excellence Award: Recognizes outstanding performance in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Amount: INR 40,000 per year.
- Dr. Anil Kumar Innovation Prize: Supports students working on sustainable development projects. Amount: INR 30,000 per project.
- Dr. Sunita Reddy Research Fellowship: For students pursuing advanced research in nanotechnology and biotechnology. Amount: INR 25,000 per semester.
- Deepak Gupta Entrepreneurship Award: Encourages student startups with potential for commercialization. Amount: INR 100,000 per startup.
Government and Corporate Scholarships
Students are encouraged to explore government-sponsored financial aid programs that offer substantial support for education.
- PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana): Provides skill development training and stipends for students enrolled in vocational courses. Eligibility: Students from rural areas or economically backward classes.
- NSS (National Service Scheme): Offers scholarships to students involved in community service projects. Amount: INR 15,000 per year.
- Google India Scholarship: Supports computer science students pursuing higher education. Amount: INR 300,000 for a two-year program.
- Microsoft Research India Fellowship: For students working on research in AI and data science. Amount: INR 500,000 over three years.
- Amazon Scholars Program: Offers financial support to students studying computer science or engineering. Amount: INR 200,000 for a full academic year.
Scholarship Application Process
The application process for scholarships involves several steps to ensure fair and transparent selection.
- Eligibility Check: Students must meet specific criteria set by each scholarship program.
- Document Submission: Required documents include academic transcripts, income certificates, identification proofs, and recommendation letters.
- Online Application: Applications are submitted through the university portal or directly to the respective scholarship provider.
- Selection Committee Review: A panel evaluates applications based on merit, need, and impact potential.
- Award Notification: Successful applicants receive notifications via email and official correspondence.
- Disbursement: Scholarships are disbursed either monthly or at the beginning of each semester.
Additional Support Services
The university provides counseling services to help students navigate scholarship opportunities. These include guidance on application strategies, financial planning, and career alignment with funding options.
Regular workshops and seminars are conducted to keep students informed about new scholarship opportunities and eligibility requirements. The university also maintains a dedicated scholarship database for easy access to information.