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Institute-Wide Scholarship Programs

Presidency University Bangalore offers a comprehensive range of scholarship programs to support students from diverse backgrounds and academic achievements. These scholarships are designed to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder educational aspirations:

MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means):

The MCM scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards offered by the university, combining academic excellence with financial need. This scholarship provides full tuition fee waiver along with a monthly stipend to deserving students:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 10000 INR
• Eligibility: Students scoring above 90% in qualifying examination
• Selection process includes academic performance review and financial need assessment

Presidency Excellence Scholarship:

This scholarship recognizes outstanding academic performance and leadership qualities among students:

• 50% tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 5000 INR
• Eligibility: Top 10% performers in each semester
• Selection process includes academic evaluation and personal interview

Presidency Diversity Scholarship:

This scholarship supports students from underrepresented communities, including SC/ST, OBC, and differently-abled students:

• 30% tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 3000 INR
• Eligibility: Students belonging to reserved categories
• Selection process includes category verification and academic performance review

Alumni and Donor Scholarships

The university has established strong relationships with its alumni network and corporate sponsors who contribute to scholarship programs for students:

Presidency Alumni Foundation Scholarship:

This scholarship is funded by the university's alumni association and supports students pursuing excellence in various fields:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 8000 INR
• Eligibility: Students with exceptional academic records
• Selection process includes recommendation from faculty members and review by alumni committee

Rajaraman Memorial Scholarship:

This scholarship honors the legacy of a distinguished alumnus and supports students in engineering disciplines:

• 50% tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 4000 INR
• Eligibility: Students with consistent academic performance
• Selection process includes academic evaluation and personal statement review

Venkataraman Research Scholarship:

This scholarship supports students engaged in research activities and innovation projects:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Research grant of 20000 INR per semester
• Eligibility: Students involved in research projects or competitions
• Selection process includes proposal review and faculty recommendation

Presidency Innovation Fellowship:

This fellowship supports students working on innovative projects with potential commercial applications:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Startup grant of 50000 INR
• Eligibility: Students with innovative project proposals
• Selection process includes project evaluation and mentorship recommendation

Government and Corporate Scholarships

Presidency University Bangalore students also have access to various government and corporate scholarships that provide financial support for their education:

PM-KVY Scholarship (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana):

This government scholarship supports skill development programs for students from economically weaker sections:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 10000 INR
• Eligibility: Students belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category
• Application process through district education officers

NSS Scholarship:

The National Service Scheme offers scholarships for students engaged in social service activities:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 3000 INR
• Eligibility: Students with active participation in NSS activities
• Selection process includes activity documentation and faculty recommendation

Google India Scholarship:

This corporate scholarship supports students pursuing computer science and engineering:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 15000 INR
• Eligibility: Students with strong academic performance in relevant subjects
• Selection process includes online application and technical assessment

Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador Program:

This program provides scholarships for students excelling in technology fields:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Monthly stipend of 12000 INR
• Eligibility: Students with demonstrated interest in Microsoft technologies
• Selection process includes technical skills assessment and project evaluation

Scholarship Application Process

The application process for scholarships at Presidency University Bangalore is designed to be transparent and accessible:

Step 1: Eligibility Verification

Students must verify their eligibility criteria before applying for any scholarship program. The university maintains detailed records of academic performance, financial status, and other relevant factors.

Step 2: Application Submission

All applications are submitted through the university's online portal with required documents including:

• Academic transcripts
• Income certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Personal statement
• Recommendation letters
• Project documentation (for research-based scholarships)

Step 3: Review and Selection

A committee reviews all applications based on predetermined criteria and selects recipients through a transparent process involving multiple stages of evaluation.

Step 4: Award Notification