Comprehensive Guide to Scholarships and Financial Support
ITM Skills University recognizes that financial barriers should not hinder academic excellence. The university offers a comprehensive range of scholarships to support students throughout their educational journey.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The university provides several merit-based and need-based scholarships for students across all programs:
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded to students who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need. The scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of 5,000 INR for three years.
- President's Excellence Scholarship: Given to top-performing students in each department. This scholarship covers full tuition fees and an additional 10,000 INR per month for two years.
- Student Welfare Fund: Provides emergency financial assistance to students facing unexpected hardships such as medical emergencies or family crises.
Alumni and Donor Scholarships
The university's alumni network actively contributes to student welfare through various scholarship initiatives:
- ITM Alumni Scholarship: Established by the university's alumni association, this scholarship supports students pursuing excellence in STEM fields. It covers 70% of tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of 3,000 INR.
- Rajendra Prasad Memorial Foundation: Offers annual scholarships to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The scholarship includes full tuition coverage and living expenses support.
- Digital Innovators Fund: Aims to encourage innovation in technology and entrepreneurship among students. Recipients receive 50% tuition fees and additional funding for project development.
Government and Corporate Scholarships
Students are encouraged to apply for external scholarships offered by government agencies and private corporations:
- Pragati Scholarship (Government of India): Designed for students from minority communities, this scholarship provides 50% tuition fees and a monthly stipend of 2,000 INR.
- Microsoft India Student Scholarship: Supports undergraduate students pursuing computer science or related fields. Recipients receive full tuition coverage and access to Microsoft learning resources.
- Google India Scholarship Program: Awards scholarships to students excelling in computer science, data science, and artificial intelligence. The scholarship includes full tuition fees and a stipend of 10,000 INR per month.
- IBM Academic Initiative: Provides financial support for students working on research projects in AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Scholarship: Supports students developing innovative applications using AWS technologies. Recipients receive full tuition coverage and access to AWS training platforms.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships varies depending on the type of scholarship but generally involves the following steps:
- Eligibility Check: Students must meet specific eligibility criteria outlined in each scholarship's description.
- Document Submission: Required documents typically include academic transcripts, income certificates, and proof of residence.
- Online Application Portal: Applications are submitted through the university's official portal or external platforms like scholarship.gov.in.
- Selection Committee Review: A committee evaluates applications based on merit, need, and alignment with scholarship objectives.
- Award Notification: Successful applicants are notified via email and official letters from the university or funding organizations.
The university's financial aid office provides guidance and support throughout the application process, ensuring that students have access to all available opportunities. Regular workshops and webinars are conducted to educate students about scholarship applications and financial planning strategies.