Scholarship Overview

Regional School of Management Siliguri recognizes the importance of financial support in enabling students to focus on their academic pursuits. The institution offers a wide range of scholarships to ensure that deserving students can access quality education without financial constraints.

Institute-Wide Scholarships

The school provides several merit-based and need-based scholarships to support students:

• MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded based on academic performance and family income. Covers up to 100% of tuition fees.
• SC/ST/Female Merit Scholarship: Designed for students from marginalized communities, offering full fee waivers and additional stipends.
• Disability Scholarship: Supports students with physical or mental disabilities, covering educational expenses and assistive devices.
• Performance Excellence Award: Recognizes top performers in academics, research, and extracurricular activities. Provides monetary rewards and internships.

Donor/Alumni Scholarships

Several alumni and donors have established scholarships specifically for students of RSMS:

• Rajiv Gandhi Memorial Scholarship: Funded by the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, supports economically disadvantaged students.
• Vivekananda Education Trust Award: Backed by the Vivekananda Education Trust, offers annual grants to meritorious students.
• Dr. S. K. Bhatia Memorial Scholarship: Named after a prominent alumnus, supports students excelling in research and innovation.
• Shanti Devi Memorial Fund: Provides scholarships for female students pursuing management education.
• Indian Institute of Management Alumni Association Grant: Offers financial assistance to students from underprivileged backgrounds.
• R.S. Mehta Foundation Fellowship: Supports students with exceptional academic records and leadership potential.
• Amitabh Bachchan Legacy Scholarship: Named after a renowned actor, funds students showing promise in entrepreneurship.
• Bharat Ratna Trust Award: Recognizes outstanding contributions in social work and education.

Government Scholarships

The government of India offers several scholarship schemes that students at RSMS can apply for:

• PM Scholarship (Prime Minister's Scholarship): Provides financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families.
• National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS): Aims to promote higher education among students from disadvantaged sections.
• Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) Scholarship: Supports rural students in accessing quality education and training.
• Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students: Offers financial support to students from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
• Minority Affairs Scholarship: Designed for minority community students, covering tuition and other expenses.

Corporate Scholarships

Several corporations collaborate with RSMS to offer scholarships to deserving students:

• Tata Trusts Scholarship: Supports students from low-income families pursuing management education.
• Infosys Foundation Fellowship: Offers scholarships for research projects and academic excellence.
• Cognizant Excellence Award: Recognizes students with outstanding performance in technical domains.
• Microsoft Research Scholars Program: Provides funding for students interested in AI, data science, and computational research.
• Google India Fellowship: Supports students working on innovative projects related to technology and society.

Application Process

Applicants must submit the required documents along with their applications before the specified deadlines. The process involves:

1. Eligibility Check: Ensure compliance with academic and financial criteria.
2. Document Submission: Submit academic transcripts, income certificates, and other supporting documents.
3. Review Committee: Applications are reviewed by a dedicated committee comprising faculty members and alumni.
4. Notification: Successful applicants are notified via email or official communication channels.