Scholarships

The Institute of Land and Disaster Management (ILDM) recognizes the importance of financial support in enabling talented students to pursue their academic goals. The institute offers a wide range of scholarships, both internal and external, designed to assist students from diverse backgrounds. These scholarships are aimed at reducing financial barriers and promoting excellence in education.

Institute-Wide Scholarships

MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means)

The MCM scholarship is awarded to meritorious students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance combined with financial need. The criteria for this scholarship include:

• Minimum 80% aggregate in qualifying examination
• Income of the family below ₹5 lakh annually
• First-generation college-goers

The award amount ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹75,000 per annum, depending on the student's eligibility.

SC/ST/OBC Scholarship

Students belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Other Backward Classes are eligible for this scholarship program. The scholarship provides full coverage of tuition fees along with a monthly allowance of ₹5,000 for three years of study.

PwD (Person with Disability) Scholarship

For students with disabilities, ILDM offers special scholarships covering:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly allowance of ₹10,000
• Specialized infrastructure support

This scholarship ensures that students with disabilities have equal access to quality education and are supported throughout their academic journey.

Women Empowerment Scholarship

To promote gender equality in education, ILDM provides a dedicated scholarship for female students:

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Monthly allowance of ₹7,000
• Support for professional development activities

This initiative aims to encourage more women to enter the field of land management and disaster risk reduction.

Donor/Alumni Scholarships

Rajiv Gandhi Foundation Scholarship

Named after former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, this scholarship supports students pursuing higher education in fields related to sustainable development. The award amount is ₹50,000 per annum for three years.

Anil Agarwal Educational Trust Scholarship

This trust focuses on empowering students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. It offers scholarships ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹100,000 annually based on academic merit and financial need.

Dr. M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation Scholarship

For students interested in agricultural and environmental science, this foundation provides grants of up to ₹80,000 per year for four years of study.

Satyam Computer Services Limited (SCSL) Scholarship

This scholarship is aimed at students excelling in technology-related fields within the domain of land management and disaster risk reduction. Awards range from ₹40,000 to ₹120,000 per year.

Reliance Foundation Scholarship

The Reliance Foundation supports students studying in science and engineering disciplines. This scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of ₹6,000 for the duration of the course.

Aditya Birla Foundation Scholarship

This foundation focuses on providing education opportunities to students from rural areas. The award includes full tuition fee coverage and a monthly allowance of ₹5,000 for three years.

Tata Trusts Scholarship

The Tata Trusts offer scholarships to meritorious students from low-income families. The award amount is ₹60,000 per year for two years of study.

Future Group Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship supports students pursuing careers in urban development and sustainability. Awards range from ₹40,000 to ₹100,000 annually based on merit and need.

Wipro Foundation Scholarship

The Wipro Foundation provides financial assistance to students with demonstrated leadership qualities and academic excellence. The award includes full tuition coverage and a monthly stipend of ₹8,000.

Infosys Foundation Scholarship

This foundation supports students from underprivileged backgrounds who show promise in technology and environmental science. The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly allowance of ₹7,000 for four years.

HDFC Bank Scholarship

The HDFC Bank offers scholarships to students demonstrating financial need and academic excellence. Awards range from ₹50,000 to ₹150,000 per year depending on the student's profile.

Axis Bank Scholarship

This scholarship supports students pursuing careers in sustainable development and urban planning. The award includes tuition fee coverage and a monthly stipend of ₹6,000 for three years.

ICICI Bank Scholarship

The ICICI Bank provides financial support to meritorious students from economically weaker sections. Awards range from ₹40,000 to ₹120,000 annually based on academic performance and income criteria.

Bank of Baroda Scholarship

This scholarship aims to promote education among deserving students in rural and urban areas. The award includes tuition fee coverage and a monthly allowance of ₹5,000 for four years.

Indian Bank Scholarship

The Indian Bank offers scholarships for students pursuing higher education in science and engineering fields. Awards range from ₹30,000 to ₹100,000 per year based on merit and financial need.

Canara Bank Scholarship

This scholarship supports students from low-income families with exceptional academic performance. The award includes tuition fee coverage and a monthly stipend of ₹6,000 for three years.

External Government Scholarships

Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE)

Offered by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, this scholarship supports students from SC/ST/OBC communities pursuing higher education. The award includes full tuition coverage and a monthly allowance of ₹10,000.

Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Yuva Vigyan Yojana (PM RYVY)

This scheme supports young scientists and innovators through research grants and mentorship. Students can apply for funding up to ₹50,000 for conducting scientific research in land management and environmental science.

UGC Merit Cum Means Scholarship

The University Grants Commission provides this scholarship to students with outstanding academic performance and financial need. Awards range from ₹2,000 to ₹4,000 per month depending on the student's income level.

National Fellowship for Meritorious Students (NFMS)

For students excelling in science and engineering disciplines, this fellowship provides a monthly stipend of ₹12,000 for two years of study.

Scholarship for Technical Education (STE)

Offered by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, this scholarship supports students pursuing technical education in fields related to land management and environmental sustainability. Awards range from ₹30,000 to ₹100,000 annually.

Corporate Scholarships

Google India Scholarship Program

Google offers scholarships to students excelling in computer science and related fields. The award includes full tuition fee coverage and a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 for two years.

Microsoft Research India Fellowship

This fellowship supports students pursuing research in areas related to GIS mapping and spatial analysis. Awards range from ₹60,000 to ₹120,000 annually based on the student's academic performance and project proposal.

Amazon Scholars Program

The Amazon Scholars Program supports students with demonstrated leadership qualities and academic excellence in technology-related fields. The award includes tuition fee coverage and a monthly stipend of ₹10,000 for three years.

IBM Academic Initiative Scholarship

This scholarship supports students pursuing careers in data analytics and environmental modeling. Awards range from ₹40,000 to ₹100,000 annually based on merit and need.

Oracle University Scholarship

The Oracle University provides scholarships for students studying in information technology and data science disciplines. The award includes full tuition coverage and a monthly allowance of ₹8,000 for four years.

Application Process

Applications for scholarships are typically submitted online through the ILDM portal or directly to the respective scholarship provider. The process generally involves:

1. Eligibility verification
2. Filling out an application form with personal and academic details
3. Submission of supporting documents (income certificate, mark sheet, etc.)
4. Review by a selection committee
5. Notification of results via email or SMS

Students are encouraged to apply early and ensure all required documents are complete to avoid delays in processing.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for each scholarship vary but generally include:

• Academic excellence (minimum 70% aggregate in qualifying examination)
• Financial need (income below specified thresholds)
• First-generation college-goers
• Disability status (for PwD scholarships)
• Gender, caste, or community affiliation (for category-based scholarships)

Students must meet the specific criteria outlined by each scholarship provider to be considered for awards.

Renewal and Monitoring

Scholarships are usually renewed annually based on:

• Academic performance (minimum 70% aggregate)
• Attendance record
• Behavioral conduct
• Community involvement

Recipients must maintain good standing to continue receiving financial support throughout their course duration.