Scholarships
Modern College of Engineering Varanasi recognizes the importance of financial support in enabling talented students to pursue quality education. The institution offers a comprehensive scholarship scheme that caters to both merit-based and need-based criteria.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
The college runs several institute-wide scholarships to ensure that deserving students are not deterred by financial constraints:
- MCM Scholarship Program - Fully funded for meritorious students from SC/ST categories, covering tuition fees and living expenses
- Merit-Based Scholarships - Awarded based on academic performance, with amounts ranging from INR 50,000 to INR 2,00,000 per annum
- Need-Based Scholarships - For students with demonstrated financial need, covering up to 70% of tuition fees
These scholarships are awarded annually based on a transparent evaluation process that considers academic records, financial status, and personal achievements.
Donor & Alumni Scholarships
In addition to institute-wide initiatives, several donor and alumni scholarships are available specifically for engineering students:
- Rajendra Prasad Memorial Scholarship Fund - For outstanding students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds
- Vishwakarma Foundation Scholarship - Supporting students in renewable energy and sustainable technologies
- Shanti Prasad Bhatnagar Memorial Fellowship - For research-oriented students in computer science
- Dr. Suresh Kumar Research Grant - Funding for undergraduate research projects in engineering disciplines
- Alumni Association Merit Scholarship - Recognizing academic excellence among graduating students
- Mahatma Gandhi Education Trust Fund - Supporting students from rural areas and marginalized communities
- Bharat Ratna Foundation Scholarship - For students pursuing innovation and entrepreneurship
- National Science Foundation Award - For research contributions in STEM fields
- Aruna Chaudhary Memorial Prize - Recognizing outstanding performance in engineering design
- Dr. Ramesh Chandra Research Fellowship - Supporting postgraduate research in applied sciences
- Prem Prakash Memorial Award - For students demonstrating leadership and community service
- Sunil Sharma Endowment Fund - Providing financial support for technical education
- Vinod Gupta National Scholarship - For students excelling in computer science and data analytics
- Anjali Jha Educational Grant - Supporting female students in engineering programs
- Rajiv Gandhi Youth Empowerment Award - Encouraging youth development through education
These scholarships are awarded by donor organizations and alumni networks, reflecting the strong community support for student welfare at MCE.
External Government & Corporate Scholarships
The college also facilitates access to external government and corporate scholarship programs:
- PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana) - For skill development in technical areas
- ICICI Bank Scholarship Program - For students pursuing engineering degrees
- Tata Trusts Educational Support Grant - Supporting underprivileged students
- Google India Fellowship Program - For women in STEM fields
- Microsoft Research India Scholarships - For postgraduate research opportunities
These programs provide additional financial support to students who meet specific eligibility criteria and demonstrate academic excellence.
Application Process
The application process for scholarships involves the following steps:
- Online registration through the college portal
- Filling out detailed forms with personal and academic information
- Submitting required documents including mark sheets, income certificates, and recommendation letters
- Undergoing a review committee evaluation based on merit and need criteria
- Receiving notification of selection and disbursement of funds
The college ensures that the application process is straightforward and accessible to all eligible students. Detailed guidelines are published on the official website and distributed through departmental communication channels.