Scholarship Programs Overview

The National College of Commerce and Management Shimla is committed to ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder academic excellence. The college provides a wide range of scholarship opportunities for students across all streams, with particular emphasis on supporting commerce and management students.

Institute-Wide Scholarships

MCM Merit Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance throughout their studies. The award amount varies based on merit rankings:

• Top 5% of students: ₹10,000 per semester
• Next 10% of students: ₹7,000 per semester
• Next 15% of students: ₹5,000 per semester

Need-Based Financial Aid

Students from economically weaker sections are eligible for need-based assistance. Applications are reviewed by a dedicated committee based on income certificates and family background.

Donor & Alumni Scholarships

Rajendra Prasad Memorial Scholarship

Named after the former President of India, this scholarship is funded by alumni contributions. It supports students pursuing excellence in business studies:

• Award Amount: ₹15,000 per semester
• Eligibility: Minimum 80% aggregate in previous year
• Selection Process: Based on academic performance and community involvement

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Excellence Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes students who show exceptional leadership qualities and contribute positively to campus life:

• Award Amount: ₹12,000 per semester
• Eligibility: Participation in student clubs or volunteer work
• Selection Process: Nominated by faculty members or peer groups

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Scholarship

For students from marginalized communities, this scholarship provides full tuition fee waivers and additional allowances:

• Award Amount: Full tuition + ₹10,000 per semester
• Eligibility: SC/ST/OBC or PwD category
• Selection Process: Application with supporting documents

Vijay Singh Pathik Scholarship

Named after a prominent educationist, this scholarship supports meritorious students from rural backgrounds:

• Award Amount: ₹8,000 per semester
• Eligibility: Students from villages or small towns
• Selection Process: Academic merit and financial proof required

Anil Agarwal Excellence Scholarship

For students excelling in entrepreneurship and innovation, this scholarship provides both monetary support and mentorship:

• Award Amount: ₹10,000 per semester + mentorship
• Eligibility: Participation in innovation competitions or startup incubation
• Selection Process: Based on project proposal and presentation

External Government & Corporate Scholarships

Prime Minister's Scholarship for Merit (PM-MM)

This government scheme offers financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections:

• Award Amount: ₹2,000 per month
• Eligibility: SC/ST/OBC or PwD category
• Application Process: Through state-level portals

UGC Merit Scholarship

Provided by the University Grants Commission for meritorious students:

• Award Amount: ₹1,500 per month
• Eligibility: Minimum 75% in previous year
• Application Process: Online application through UGC portal

Microsoft India Scholarship

For students interested in technology and innovation:

• Award Amount: ₹50,000 per year
• Eligibility: Students with good academic records and tech interest
• Application Process: Through Microsoft's official website

Google India Scholarship

Designed for students pursuing IT-related courses:

• Award Amount: ₹75,000 per year
• Eligibility: Students enrolled in B.Com or related fields
• Application Process: Through Google’s scholarship portal

Infosys Foundation Scholarship

Supports students from underprivileged backgrounds:

• Award Amount: ₹5,000 per month
• Eligibility: Students from low-income families
• Application Process: Through Infosys foundation website

Application Process for Scholarships

All scholarship applications must be submitted online through the college portal or directly to the scholarship committee:

1. Eligibility Check: Confirm eligibility based on category and criteria
2. Document Preparation: Gather required documents such as income certificates, academic transcripts, and recommendation letters
3. Online Submission: Fill out the application form with all relevant details
4. Review Process: Committee reviews applications and selects candidates based on merit and need
5. Award Notification: Selected students are notified via email or SMS

Conclusion

The scholarship ecosystem at NCCM ensures that financial barriers do not hinder student success. With a diverse range of funding options, the college empowers students to focus on their studies and achieve academic excellence.