Institute-Wide Scholarships
Manav Bharti University Solan offers several institute-wide scholarships to support deserving students:
- MCM Scholarship: Awarded to meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Eligibility criteria include academic performance and parental income below INR 2 lakh annually.
- Merit Scholarship: Available for top-performing students in each semester based on CGPA. The scholarship ranges from 10% to 50% of tuition fees depending on merit rank.
- Research Excellence Scholarship: Designed for students pursuing research projects under faculty mentorship. Recipients receive a monthly stipend of INR 5000 plus additional funding for project-related expenses.
Alumni Scholarships
The university has established numerous alumni scholarships that are specifically designed to reward outstanding student achievements:
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Scholarship: Named after the first President of India, this scholarship supports students excelling in humanities and social sciences.
- Prof. S.R. Rana Memorial Fund: Established by a distinguished alumnus, it rewards students showing exceptional promise in STEM fields.
- Vijay Laxmi Singh Scholarship: This award honors the legacy of a prominent alumnus and is granted to students demonstrating leadership qualities and community service.
- Dr. K. L. Nair Memorial Fellowship: Supports students engaged in interdisciplinary research combining science, technology, and policy studies.
- Shri R. C. Mehta Excellence Award: Given annually to students who demonstrate excellence in extracurricular activities and academic achievement.
Government Scholarships
Students can also benefit from government-sponsored scholarships, which are widely available and recognized across the country:
- Scholarship for College Education (SCE): Offered by the Ministry of Human Resource Development for students belonging to SC/ST categories.
- Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme: Available for students from low-income families in higher education institutions.
- Post-Matric Scholarship: For SC/ST students pursuing undergraduate degrees in recognized colleges and universities.
Corporate Scholarships
Several multinational corporations have partnered with Manav Bharti University Solan to offer scholarships to deserving students:
- Google India Scholarship: Open to students studying computer science or related fields, providing financial assistance and internship opportunities.
- Microsoft Research Fellowship: Supports research-oriented students working on projects related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science.
- Amazon Scholars Program: Aims to support students developing innovative solutions in cloud computing, e-commerce, and logistics technologies.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: Targets students with exceptional academic records and leadership potential in engineering disciplines.
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Scholarship: Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in IT consulting and software development.
Application Process
Each scholarship program has its own application process, but generally involves the following steps:
- Students must fill out an online application form on the university website.
- Submission of required documents such as academic transcripts, income certificates, and recommendation letters.
- Shortlisting by a review committee based on merit and eligibility criteria.
- Notification of results through email or SMS.
- Verification and disbursement of funds to selected recipients.
The university maintains an updated database of all available scholarships, which can be accessed by students through the official portal. Regular updates ensure that students are informed about new opportunities and application deadlines.