Institute-Wide Scholarships
KMCT Polytechnic College Calicut offers several scholarships to ensure that deserving students can access quality education without financial constraints.
- MCM Scholarship: Named after the founder, this scholarship provides full tuition waiver and monthly stipend for top-performing students.
- Merit Scholarships: Awards for students with a minimum GPA of 8.0 across all semesters, covering partial or full tuition fees.
- Need-Based Aid: Financial assistance for economically disadvantaged students based on family income and asset analysis.
Alumni Scholarships
The college has a strong alumni network that actively contributes to student welfare through various scholarship initiatives:
- KMCT Alumni Foundation Scholarship: For students from low-income families, covering full tuition and hostel fees.
- Entrepreneurship Scholarship: Supports students with innovative business ideas or startup ventures, providing seed funding up to ₹1 lakh.
- Research Excellence Award: For students excelling in research projects, offering grants for attending conferences or publishing papers.
Government Scholarships
Several government-funded scholarships are available to students based on caste, income, and academic performance:
- SC/ST Scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver along with a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students.
- EWS Scholarship: For economically weaker sections, covering half the tuition fee plus a monthly allowance.
- Minority Education Scholarship: Designed to support students from minority communities, providing full tuition and hostel fees.
Corporate Scholarships
Leading corporations have established scholarship programs specifically for KMCT Polytechnic College Calicut students:
- Google India Scholarships: For top-performing students in Computer Science and Engineering, covering full tuition and providing mentorship.
- Microsoft Research Fellowship: Supports research-oriented students working on AI and Machine Learning projects.
- IBM Academic Initiative: Provides scholarships for students with strong academic records in IT-related disciplines.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships involves several steps:
- Eligibility Check: Students must meet the criteria specified by each scholarship program.
- Document Submission: Required documents include mark sheets, income certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and bank statements.
- Online Application: Applications are submitted through the college portal with all required details filled out accurately.
- Selection Committee Review: A panel reviews applications based on merit and need.
- Announcement of Results: Selected students are notified via email and posted on the college website.