Scholarships
Heritage Centre for Advanced Studies Dehradun recognizes that financial constraints should not hinder academic excellence. The university offers a wide range of scholarships and funding opportunities to support students from diverse backgrounds.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded to students who score above 90% in their qualifying examination and whose family income is below ₹4 lakh per annum. The scholarship covers full tuition fees plus a monthly stipend of ₹5,000.
- President's Merit Scholarship: For top-performing students in each semester, covering up to 100% tuition fees and a one-time grant of ₹1 lakh for research or entrepreneurial activities.
- Alumni Merit Scholarship: Sponsored by the university’s alumni network, this scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and leadership qualities.
- Scholarship for Economically Backward Students: Provides full tuition waiver and monthly allowance of ₹3,000 to students from families with annual income below ₹2 lakh.
- Women in Engineering Scholarship: Specifically for female students pursuing engineering, offering full tuition fees and a stipend of ₹4,000 per month.
Donor/Alumni-Specific Scholarships
- Dr. Ramesh Chauhan Memorial Scholarship: Named after a distinguished faculty member, this scholarship supports students excelling in robotics and automation with full tuition fees and an annual grant of ₹50,000.
- Sharma Family Foundation Scholarship: For students from rural backgrounds, covering full tuition and a monthly allowance of ₹2,000 for three years.
- Sustainable Energy Research Fund: Awarded to students working on renewable energy projects, providing up to ₹2 lakh for research equipment and travel expenses.
- Nanotech Innovation Grant: Supports students involved in nanotechnology research with funding of ₹1.5 lakh for laboratory materials and conferences.
- AI & ML Research Fellowship: Offered to top-performing students in artificial intelligence, covering full tuition and a stipend of ₹7,000 per month for two years.
External Government and Corporate Scholarships
- PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana): Provides training and certification in various trades to students from economically weaker sections. HCAS students can apply for this scheme through the university's placement cell.
- SWAYAM Scholarship: Government of India initiative for meritorious students pursuing higher education, available for students admitted to top institutions like HCAS.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: For students with exceptional academic performance and leadership skills, covering full tuition fees and a monthly allowance of ₹5,000.
- Microsoft India Scholarship Program: Offers financial support for students studying computer science or related fields, including tuition fees and a laptop for research projects.
- Google India Scholarship: Designed for students excelling in AI, machine learning, and data science, covering full tuition and providing access to Google Cloud credits.
- Amazon Scholars Program: Supports engineering students with full tuition coverage and a stipend of ₹8,000 per month for three years.
- Tata Trusts Scholarship: For students from low-income families in rural areas, covering tuition fees and providing monthly allowances based on need.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships at Heritage Centre for Advanced Studies Dehradun is straightforward:
- Eligibility Check: Students must meet the criteria specified for each scholarship.
- Document Submission: Required documents include mark sheets, income certificates, identity proof, and recommendation letters.
- Online Application: Applications are submitted through the university's online portal.
- Selection Process: Committees review applications based on merit, need, and other specified criteria.
- Award Notification: Successful applicants are notified via email and official communication channels.
Students are encouraged to apply early and stay updated with scholarship notifications throughout the academic year.