Comprehensive Scholarship Guide
Swami Vivekanand College of Engineering recognizes the importance of financial support in ensuring equal access to quality education. The college offers a wide array of scholarships designed to assist students from diverse backgrounds and academic achievements.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
SVCE provides several merit-based and need-based scholarships to ensure that deserving students can pursue their engineering education without financial strain:
MCM Scholarship
The MCM (Mata Chandi Memorial) Scholarship is awarded annually to students demonstrating exceptional academic performance and community involvement. The scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition fees for the duration of the program.
Merit Cum Means Scholarship
This scholarship combines academic excellence with financial need, providing partial fee waivers to students who meet specific criteria regarding their performance in class 12th examination and household income.
Women Empowerment Scholarship
Recognizing the importance of gender equality in education, this scholarship supports female students pursuing engineering programs. It covers up to 75% of tuition fees and provides additional support for research and development projects.
Disability Support Scholarship
This initiative ensures that students with disabilities receive adequate financial assistance to cover special needs and educational requirements. The scholarship includes provisions for assistive devices, transportation, and personalized learning support.
Donor and Alumni Scholarships
The college has established partnerships with prominent donors and alumni who contribute to student welfare through various scholarship programs:
Alumni Excellence Scholarship
Established by SVCE's distinguished alumni, this scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities and academic excellence. The award includes a monetary grant of INR 50,000 per annum for three years.
Rajiv Gandhi Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship honors the legacy of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and is awarded to students from economically disadvantaged families. It covers tuition fees and provides a living allowance of INR 20,000 per month during the academic year.
Sardar Patel Foundation Award
Named after India's first Deputy Prime Minister, this award supports students pursuing research in sustainable development and environmental engineering. The scholarship includes funding for project work and travel to international conferences.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Excellence Award
This scholarship recognizes students with innovative ideas and entrepreneurial aspirations. It provides financial support for prototyping, patent filing, and startup incubation activities related to engineering innovations.
Shivaji Memorial Scholarship
Established by the Shivaji Foundation, this award supports students interested in defense-related engineering disciplines. The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides access to specialized training programs conducted by military institutions.
Government and Corporate Scholarships
SVCE encourages students to apply for external scholarships that align with their academic interests and career goals:
PM Scholarship (Prime Minister's Scholarship)
Available under the Ministry of Education, this scholarship is aimed at students from SC/ST categories. It covers full tuition fees and provides a monthly allowance of INR 5,000 for three years.
SC/ST Educational Loan Scheme
Provided by the Government of India, this scheme offers low-interest loans to students from backward classes. The interest rate is capped at 2.5% per annum with a grace period of six months after graduation.
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
This scholarship supports students from minority communities who excel academically. It covers tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of INR 1,200 for two years.
ICICI Bank Merit Scholarship
Offered by ICICI Bank, this scholarship is awarded to top-performing students in the first year of their engineering program. It includes full tuition fee coverage and a one-time grant of INR 1,00,000.
HDFC Bank Excellence Scholarship
This scholarship supports students with exceptional academic records and leadership potential. It covers up to 75% of tuition fees and provides mentorship opportunities through the bank's career development programs.
Infosys Foundation Scholarship
The Infosys Foundation offers scholarships to students from low-income families who show promise in engineering fields. The award includes full tuition coverage and access to internships at Infosys.
Microsoft India Student Scholarship
This scholarship targets students with a passion for technology and innovation. It provides financial support for tuition fees, books, and software tools necessary for academic success.
Scholarship Application Process
The application process for scholarships at SVCE is designed to be straightforward and accessible:
Eligibility Criteria
Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements based on factors such as:
- Academic performance (CGPA or percentage)
- Family income level
- Category (SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
- Special talents or achievements
- Community involvement
Application Steps
The process involves the following steps:
- Students must fill out an online application form on the college portal.
- All required documents (mark sheets, income certificates, category certificates) must be uploaded.
- Selection committee evaluates applications based on merit and need.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
- Income certificate from local authority
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
- Student ID card or admission letter
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Any supporting certificates for achievements or awards
Timeline
The application window typically opens in the first week of June and closes in the second week of July. Results are usually announced within two weeks after the closure of applications.