Scholarship Opportunities at MGU-MST
Mahatma Gandhi University Of Medical Sciences And Technology Jaipur recognizes the importance of financial support for students from diverse economic backgrounds. The university offers a wide range of scholarships to ensure that all meritorious students have access to quality education without facing financial constraints.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The following are some of the institute-wide scholarships available to students:
- Mahatma Gandhi Merit Cum Means Scholarship (MCM): Awarded to students who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need. The scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition fees for eligible candidates.
- University Excellence Award: Given to top-performing students in each semester based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, and leadership qualities.
- Disability Support Scholarship: Provides financial assistance to students with disabilities to cover additional educational expenses such as assistive devices or specialized tutoring.
- Women Empowerment Scholarship: Aims to support female students pursuing technical courses by covering hostel, mess, and medical fees.
- Regional Diversity Scholarship: Recognizes students from rural or economically backward regions with a focus on social inclusion and community development.
Alumni & Donor Scholarships
Several alumni and donor foundations have established scholarships specifically for students in the medical sciences and technology programs at MGU-MST:
- Sunil K. Jain Foundation Scholarship: Named after a distinguished alumnus, this scholarship supports students pursuing research in biotechnology and medical innovations.
- Dr. Rajesh Sharma Memorial Scholarship: Aims to assist students interested in public health and community medicine.
- Rajasthan State Health Foundation Grant: Provides financial support for students working on projects related to maternal and child health.
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) Student Award: Recognizes outstanding performance in medical sciences with a focus on patient care and ethics.
- Vijay Kumar Memorial Fellowship: Supports students engaged in research involving artificial intelligence and data analytics in healthcare.
External Scholarships
In addition to internal scholarships, the university encourages students to apply for external grants from government bodies and private corporations:
- Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS): A national-level scholarship for students from economically weaker sections, covering full tuition fees.
- AICTE Scholarship: Offered by the All India Council for Technical Education to students in technical disciplines.
- Google India Scholarship Program: Supports students pursuing computer science and related fields with financial assistance and mentorship opportunities.
- Microsoft Research India Fellowship: Aims to support PhD students working in areas of AI, machine learning, and computational biology.
- IBM Academic Initiative Grants: Provides access to software tools, training, and research funding for students interested in data science and analytics.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships varies depending on the type of scholarship. Generally, students must submit the following documents:
- Academic transcripts from previous institutions
- Proof of income or financial status
- Statement of purpose outlining academic goals and career aspirations
- Recommendation letters from faculty or professionals
- Proof of residence or citizenship
All applications must be submitted through the university's online portal. Deadlines for different scholarships are communicated via email notifications, so students are advised to stay updated with the official announcements.