Institute-Wide Scholarships
Parul University offers several merit-based and need-based scholarships to support deserving students in their academic journey:
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded to students with exceptional academic performance and financial need. The scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition fees.
- Parul Excellence Scholarship: For top performers in the first year, covering 75% of total fees.
- Parul Hope Scholarship: Designed for economically disadvantaged students, providing partial financial aid based on income criteria.
- Parul Leadership Award: Recognizes students who demonstrate leadership qualities and community service.
All scholarships are awarded through a rigorous selection process involving academic records, financial documentation, and personal interviews conducted by the scholarship committee.
Alumni & Donor-Funded Scholarships
Several alumni and donors have established scholarships to support students in the CSE program. These include:
- Dr. Ramesh Patel Memorial Scholarship: Named after a distinguished alumnus, this scholarship supports students pursuing excellence in technology.
- Shreeji Foundation Scholarship: Established by a prominent alumnus, it provides annual support to underprivileged students.
- Parul Innovation Fund: Offers grants for research projects and innovation initiatives.
- Sahitya Samaj Scholarship: For students excelling in both academics and extracurricular activities.
- Gandhiji Memorial Scholarship: Supports students from minority communities with financial constraints.
- Kamala Gandhi Foundation Award: Recognizes female students showing exceptional potential in STEM fields.
- Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award: For students demonstrating outstanding achievements in technology and entrepreneurship.
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Fellowship: Supports students from socially backward classes.
- Premchand Memorial Scholarship: Provides annual financial assistance to meritorious students.
- Dr. S. K. Sharma Excellence Award: For top-ranking students in the final year of the program.
These scholarships are typically awarded annually and require submission of detailed application forms along with supporting documents.
Government and Corporate Scholarships
Students can also explore government-sponsored scholarships that are available for eligible candidates:
- PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: For students from agricultural families, providing monthly financial assistance.
- Scholarship for Students from Economically Weaker Sections (SEWS): Offered by the Ministry of Education, covering tuition and hostel fees.
- UGC Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: For students pursuing higher education in recognized institutions.
- Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students: Provided by state governments to support education expenses.
- Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College Students (CSS): Aims at providing financial support to meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds.
Corporate entities also offer scholarships through their CSR initiatives:
- Tata Trusts Scholarships: For students from low-income groups excelling in STEM subjects.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: Supports engineering students with excellent academic records and financial need.
- Microsoft Research India Fellowship: For postgraduate students working on research projects related to artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Google India Scholarship Program: Aids students in pursuing advanced degrees in computer science and related fields.
- IBM Academic Initiative Grants: Provides funding for student projects involving technology and innovation.
These external scholarships often have specific eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and required documents. Students are advised to apply early to maximize their chances of securing financial support.
Scholarship Application Process
The scholarship application process at Parul University is designed to be simple yet comprehensive:
- Students must fill out the online application form available on the university website.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including mark sheets, income certificates, and identification proof.
- Submit the completed application before the specified deadline.
- The scholarship committee reviews applications based on academic performance, financial need, and other relevant factors.
Additional documentation may be required for verification purposes. All selected students must submit physical copies of documents within 15 days of notification.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria vary depending on the type of scholarship:
- MCM Scholarship: Minimum 80% aggregate in class 12th with family income below ₹4 lakhs per annum.
- Parul Excellence Scholarship: Top 5% performers in the first year of engineering.
- Dr. Ramesh Patel Memorial Scholarship: Academic excellence along with demonstrated leadership qualities.
- Gandhiji Memorial Scholarship: Students from minority communities with a family income less than ₹3 lakhs annually.
- Google India Scholarship: Students with a minimum CGPA of 8.0 and admission to a recognized university in India.
Students are encouraged to consult the scholarship office for detailed information regarding specific requirements for each award.