Institute-Wide Scholarships
The Thdc Institute Of Hydro Power Engineering And Technology offers several merit-based and need-based scholarships to support deserving students throughout their academic journey.
Merit Scholarships
- MCM Scholarship (Merit Cum Means): Awarded to top-performing students based on Class 12th percentage and JEE Main scores. The scholarship covers full tuition fees plus a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for 4 years.
- Top Performer Award: Recognizes students who score above 90% in their final year exams. Recipients receive a cash award of ₹1 lakh and priority in placement opportunities.
Need-Based Scholarships
- SC/ST/OBC Scholarship: Full fee waiver for students belonging to reserved categories as per government guidelines.
- Disabled Student Support Fund: Provides financial assistance for adaptive equipment, transportation, and special needs accommodations.
Alumni & Donor Scholarships
The institute has a strong network of alumni who contribute significantly to student welfare through various scholarship programs:
- Krishna Foundation Scholarship: Funded by the Krishna Group, this scholarship supports students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. It covers tuition fees and provides an annual stipend of ₹10,000.
- Rajendra Prasad Memorial Scholarship: Established by the Rajendra Prasad Foundation, it rewards students with exceptional academic performance in engineering. The award includes full tuition coverage and a one-time grant of ₹50,000.
- Shivaji Educational Trust Scholarship: This scholarship supports students pursuing higher studies in renewable energy fields. It provides up to ₹2 lakh for postgraduate education and an additional ₹10,000 monthly during the course.
- Bharat Bharti Foundation Grant: Offers partial financial assistance for students engaged in research projects related to sustainable hydropower systems. The grant covers up to ₹50,000 per student annually.
External Scholarships
Students are encouraged to apply for external scholarships that align with their academic profile and career goals:
Government Schemes
- Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE): Available to SC/ST students from economically weaker sections. Covers full tuition, books, and a monthly allowance of ₹2,000.
- Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF): For top-ranked students in science and engineering disciplines. Offers a stipend of ₹80,000/month for 3 years.
- National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS): Supports Class 10 students preparing for competitive exams like JEE and NEET. Provides ₹1,250/month for 3 years.
Corporate Scholarships
- Tata Trusts Scholarship: For students from low-income families pursuing engineering. Covers full tuition and a monthly stipend of ₹2,500.
- Infosys Foundation Scholarship: Awards top performers in engineering with a scholarship of ₹2 lakh for undergraduate studies and ₹5 lakh for postgraduate education.
- Wipro CSR Scholarship: Supports students from rural areas with academic excellence. Provides full tuition coverage and a monthly allowance of ₹1,000.
Application Process
All scholarship applications must be submitted online via the institute portal before the deadline specified by each sponsor. Required documents include:
- Academic transcripts (Class 10th and 12th)
- Income certificate or Aadhaar card
- Proof of category (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation from teachers
- Statement of purpose detailing financial need or academic achievements
Applicants are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and submit all required documents in the prescribed format to avoid disqualification.