Scholarships
Jai Narsingh College provides a comprehensive range of scholarships to support students from diverse backgrounds and financial situations. These scholarships aim to reduce economic barriers and ensure equal access to quality education.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
**MCM Scholarship**: Named after the college's founding principal, this scholarship is awarded annually to meritorious students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. The award includes full tuition waiver along with a monthly stipend of INR 10,000 for four years.
**Merit-Based Merit Scholarship**: This scholarship recognizes top performers in the first year of study. Recipients receive INR 50,000 per semester for two consecutive semesters, contingent upon maintaining a CGPA of 9.0 or above.
**Need-Based Financial Aid**: For students whose family income is below INR 2 lakhs per annum, the college offers financial assistance covering up to 70% of tuition fees. Applications are reviewed by a committee based on documented proof of income and financial hardship.
Donor/Alumni Scholarships
The following list includes donor and alumni scholarships specifically available to students in the Computer Science department:
- **Sahitya Foundation Scholarship**: Awarded to students from minority communities, providing INR 20,000 per month for three years.
- **Sharma Family Endowment Fund**: Supports financially disadvantaged students pursuing computer science with INR 15,000 per month for four years.
- **Gupta Memorial Scholarship**: Given to girls excelling in technical subjects, offering INR 25,000 per month for two years.
- **Patel Alumni Fund**: Provides INR 30,000 annually to top-ranked students in class.
- **Rajput Trust Grant**: Offers INR 18,000 per semester for students from rural backgrounds.
- **Mehta Excellence Award**: Supports outstanding students in research and innovation with INR 20,000 per month for one year.
- **Singh Foundation Fellowship**: Aims to encourage interdisciplinary learning by providing INR 15,000 monthly for two years.
- **Tiwari Education Trust Grant**: Offers financial support for students planning to pursue higher studies abroad with a minimum of INR 20,000 per month for three years.
- **Gupta Women Empowerment Scholarship**: Supports female students with an additional INR 10,000 per month for four years.
- **Sharma Youth Leadership Initiative**: Provides INR 25,000 per semester for students involved in campus leadership roles.
External Scholarships
In addition to internal funding, Jai Narsingh College encourages students to apply for external scholarships offered by government bodies and private corporations. Some of the notable ones include:
- **National Scholarship Portal (NSP)**: Provides scholarships to SC/ST/OBC students based on their caste and family income.
- **Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF)**: Offers INR 80,000 per month for PhD aspirants in science and engineering disciplines.
- **AICTE Scholarship Scheme**: Supports students from economically weaker sections with full tuition coverage and a monthly stipend of INR 2,000.
- **Google India Fellowship**: Awards selected students with funding for research projects in areas like AI, ML, and cybersecurity.
- **Microsoft Research India Fellowship**: Provides financial support to students working on cutting-edge research in computer science and related fields.
Application Process
All scholarship applications must be submitted through the college portal before the specified deadline. Required documents typically include academic transcripts, income certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and a brief personal statement outlining goals and motivations for applying.
The selection committee evaluates applications based on merit, financial need, and alignment with scholarship objectives. Shortlisted candidates are notified via email or SMS, followed by an interview process if required.
Eligibility Criteria
Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria that applicants must meet:
- Academic performance (minimum CGPA or rank requirement)
- Financial status (family income threshold)
- Caste category (if applicable)
- Age limits (where applicable)
- Previous educational background
- Research or extracurricular involvement
Applicants are advised to carefully review the eligibility requirements for each scholarship before applying to ensure they qualify.
Renewal and Disbursement
Scholarship awards are typically renewed annually, subject to continued academic performance and compliance with college policies. Disbursements are made directly into student bank accounts or through other agreed-upon methods.
Recipients must submit periodic progress reports and maintain a minimum CGPA threshold to retain their awards. Failure to meet these conditions may result in discontinuation of funding.
Success Stories
Many scholarship recipients have gone on to achieve remarkable success in their careers, becoming leaders in academia, industry, and entrepreneurship. These achievements reflect the impact of financial support in enabling students to focus fully on their studies and personal development.
The college regularly celebrates scholarship winners during award ceremonies, recognizing their contributions to the institution and inspiring others to strive for excellence.