Overview of Scholarship Programs
Maganbhai Adenwala Mahagujarat University recognizes the importance of supporting students from diverse economic backgrounds. The university offers a wide range of scholarships, both internally and externally, to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder academic pursuits.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
- MCM Scholarship: Named after the founder, this merit-based scholarship supports students with exceptional academic performance. The amount varies based on the student's percentile in their qualifying examination and can be up to INR 1,00,000 per year.
- Disability Support Scholarship: Designed for students with physical or mental disabilities, this scholarship covers tuition fees, hostel charges, and additional support services. The maximum amount is INR 2,00,000 annually.
- Women Empowerment Scholarship: Encouraging female participation in higher education, this scholarship provides full funding for tuition, hostel, and mess fees. It also includes mentorship and career guidance programs.
Alumni & Donor Scholarships
- Adenwala Family Foundation Scholarship: Established by the Adenwala family, this scholarship supports students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in engineering, science, and humanities. The award ranges from INR 50,000 to INR 1,00,000 annually.
- Rajasthan Educational Trust Scholarship: This donor-funded scholarship aims to promote education among students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in Rajasthan. The amount is INR 75,000 per year for a period of four years.
- Maharashtra State Education Fund: Supported by the Maharashtra government, this scholarship is available for students studying at MAMU. It provides partial funding towards tuition and hostel expenses, up to INR 1,50,000 annually.
Government Scholarships
- SC/ST Reservation Scheme: Students belonging to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes receive full fee waiver under the reservation policy. Additionally, they may be eligible for stipend support during their studies.
- National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS): Available for students from minority communities, this scholarship provides financial assistance and helps with educational expenses.
- Post Matric Scholarship: For students who have passed Class X, this government initiative offers annual support ranging from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 based on family income.
Corporate Scholarships
- Tata Group Scholarship: Offered by Tata Trusts, this scholarship supports students pursuing engineering and science degrees. It covers tuition fees, books, and a monthly stipend of INR 10,000.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: Aimed at encouraging innovation in STEM fields, this scholarship provides INR 50,000 annually to students with exceptional research potential.
- Wipro Education Fund: This scholarship supports students from underprivileged backgrounds and offers full funding for tuition, hostel, and other educational expenses.
Application Process
To apply for any of the available scholarships, students must submit an online application form along with supporting documents such as income certificates, academic transcripts, and recommendation letters. The university typically announces scholarship deadlines three months before the start of each academic year. Selected candidates are notified via email or SMS and required to complete additional verification steps.
Eligibility Criteria
Each scholarship program has specific eligibility requirements based on factors like academic performance, economic background, caste, gender, or special needs. Prospective applicants are advised to carefully review the criteria before applying to ensure they meet all conditions.