Institute-Wide Scholarships
JSR Government Polytechnic Bironkhal provides several scholarships to deserving students based on academic performance and financial need. The most prominent of these is the MCM (Merit Cum Means) Scholarship, which is awarded annually to top-performing students.
The MCM Scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition fees for eligible students. Applications are open to all students in the first year of their program, with selection based on class rank and parental income criteria.
Additionally, the institution offers a special scholarship for students from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) backgrounds. This scholarship provides full fee waiver along with a monthly stipend of ₹2,000 for three years of study.
Donor/Alumni Scholarships
Several alumni and donor organizations have established scholarships specifically for students in the Computer Science and Information Technology Department:
- Digital Innovators Scholarship: Awarded by a group of alumni working in tech companies, this scholarship provides ₹50,000 annually to top-performing students in AI and Machine Learning.
- Future Leaders Fellowship: Offered by the JSR Alumni Association, this fellowship supports students pursuing research projects in emerging technologies with up to ₹30,000 per year.
- Women in Tech Initiative: Supported by a female alumna, this scholarship aims to encourage women to pursue careers in STEM fields. It provides ₹25,000 annually to qualified female students.
- Entrepreneurship Excellence Award: This award is given to students who demonstrate innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit. Recipients receive ₹40,000 for developing a business idea or startup project.
- Green Energy Pioneer Grant: Sponsored by an alumnus involved in renewable energy, this grant supports students working on projects related to solar, wind, or hydroelectric power generation.
External Government Scholarships
Students at JSR Government Polytechnic Bironkhal can also apply for various government-funded scholarships:
- Pragati Scholarship Scheme: Provides financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a monthly stipend of ₹1,500.
- PM Scholarship for Girl Students: Offers financial support specifically for girl students in technical courses. It includes full fee coverage and an annual stipend of ₹2,000.
- Swami Vivekananda Scholarship: Supports meritorious students from SC/ST communities. The scholarship provides ₹3,000 per month for three years of study.
- Yashwantrao Chavan Scholarship: Aimed at students from minority communities, this scholarship offers full fee coverage and a monthly allowance of ₹2,500.
Corporate Scholarships
Several multinational corporations have partnered with JSR Government Polytechnic Bironkhal to offer scholarships:
- Google India Scholarship: Provides up to ₹100,000 for students excelling in computer science and engineering. Recipients must demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential.
- Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador Program: Offers financial support and training opportunities for students interested in cloud computing and software development.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Scholarship: Supports students pursuing careers in cloud computing with funding up to ₹50,000. The scholarship includes access to AWS training resources and certification exams.
- Tata Group Educational Support Program: Offers scholarships for students studying in engineering disciplines with a focus on innovation and sustainable development.
Application Process
All scholarship applications must be submitted through the official portal of JSR Government Polytechnic Bironkhal. The process involves:
- Online registration and filling out detailed application forms
- Submission of required documents including mark sheets, income certificates, and identity proofs
- Verification by the scholarship committee
- Final selection based on merit and financial need
Applicants are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to ensure consideration. Detailed guidelines for each scholarship program are available on the institution's website.