Scholarship Programs at Premier Polytechnic Institute Pune

The institute offers a wide range of scholarship programs to support students from diverse backgrounds. These scholarships are categorized into:

1. Institute-Wide Scholarships
2. Alumni & Donor Scholarships
3. Government and Corporate Scholarships

Institute-Wide Scholarships

These are merit-based and need-based financial aids provided by the institute:

• MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded to top-performing students based on academic performance and family income. Amount: INR 10,000/month for 4 years.
• SC/ST Merit Scholarship: For students from Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes with exceptional academic records. Amount: INR 8,000/month for 4 years.
• Female Student Scholarship: Encourages female participation in engineering education. Amount: INR 7,000/month for 4 years.
• PwD Scholarship: For students with disabilities. Amount: INR 12,000/month for 4 years.

Alumni & Donor Scholarships

The institute has established several scholarships funded by alumni and donors:

• Dr. Rameshwar Singh Memorial Scholarship: For outstanding engineering students from economically backward families. Amount: INR 15,000/month for 4 years.
• Premier Polytechnic Alumni Foundation (PPAF) Scholarship: For students excelling in extracurricular activities and leadership roles. Amount: INR 12,000/month for 4 years.
• Siemens India Scholarship: For students interested in automation and control systems. Amount: INR 10,000/month for 4 years.
• Google India Scholarship: For students pursuing AI/ML and Data Science specializations. Amount: INR 20,000/month for 4 years.
• Microsoft Research Fellowship: For top-performing students in computer science research. Amount: INR 25,000/month for 4 years.

Government and Corporate Scholarships

Students can also apply for external scholarships from government bodies and corporate sponsors:

• PM-KVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana): Financial support for skill development and training. Amount: INR 10,000/year.
• UGC Merit Scholarship: For meritorious students from minority communities. Amount: INR 20,000/year.
• ICICI Bank Scholarship: For students with excellent academic records and financial need. Amount: INR 5,000/month for 4 years.
• Tata Trusts Scholarship: For students from low-income families excelling in science and engineering. Amount: INR 12,000/year.
• Cyient Foundation Scholarship: For students pursuing software engineering and IT specializations. Amount: INR 10,000/month for 4 years.

Scholarship Application Process

The application process varies depending on the type of scholarship:

1. Merit-Based Scholarships: Students must submit academic transcripts and a personal statement.
2. Need-Based Scholarships: Applicants need to provide income certificates, family size details, and financial status reports.
3. Donor/Alumni Scholarships: Specific eligibility criteria are defined by the donor organizations. Applications are reviewed by the institute's scholarship committee.

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Pan Card
• Income Certificate
• Academic Transcripts
• Bonafide Certificate
• Bank Passbook Copy

Selection Criteria

Scholarship selection is based on:

• Academic Performance (60%)
• Financial Need (30%)
• Extracurricular Involvement (10%)

Renewal and Disbursement

Scholarships are renewed annually based on performance reviews:

• Annual Review: Students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 7.5.
• Disbursement: Scholarships are disbursed monthly or quarterly depending on the type.