Overview of Scholarships
The Dhamma Dipa International Buddhist University South Tripura is committed to making quality education accessible to all deserving students. The university offers a comprehensive range of scholarships, including merit-based awards, need-based assistance, and special grants for specific categories of students.
Institute-Wide Scholarships
These are awarded based on academic performance and financial need:
- MCM Scholarship: For meritorious students from economically weaker sections. Awards up to INR 2,00,000 per annum.
- Merit Scholarship: Based on academic excellence. Awards up to INR 1,50,000 per annum.
- Need-Based Scholarship: For students from low-income families. Awards up to INR 1,00,000 per annum.
Alumni and Donor Scholarships
The university has established partnerships with alumni and donors who contribute to scholarship funds for specific groups or programs:
- Buddhist Peace Fellowship Award: For students interested in peace studies and conflict resolution. Awards up to INR 2,50,000.
- Eco-Conservation Fund: For students pursuing environmental sustainability projects. Awards up to INR 3,00,000.
- Social Innovation Grant: For entrepreneurial initiatives aligned with social impact. Awards up to INR 4,00,000.
- Leadership Excellence Award: For students demonstrating leadership qualities in community service. Awards up to INR 2,00,000.
- Global Studies Fellowship: For students planning international research or study abroad programs. Awards up to INR 5,00,000.
- Digital Ethics Scholarship: For students focusing on ethical technology design and AI ethics. Awards up to INR 3,50,000.
- Psychology and Mindfulness Research Grant: For students studying meditation and mental health. Awards up to INR 3,00,000.
- Women Empowerment Scholarship: For female students pursuing leadership roles in social impact. Awards up to INR 2,50,000.
- Cultural Heritage Preservation Award: For students working on cultural preservation projects. Awards up to INR 2,00,000.
- International Development Fellowship: For students interested in global development challenges. Awards up to INR 4,00,000.
External Scholarships
The university also supports students in applying for external scholarships from government and corporate organizations:
- Prime Minister's Scholarship: Available through the Ministry of Education for meritorious students. Awards up to INR 1,00,000 per annum.
- Google India Fellowship: For students working on AI and technology projects. Awards up to INR 5,00,000.
- Mozilla Open Source Fellowship: For students involved in open-source development. Awards up to INR 3,00,000.
- Microsoft Research Award: For students conducting research in computing and technology. Awards up to INR 4,00,000.
- IBM Youth Leadership Program: For students showing leadership potential in technology. Awards up to INR 2,50,000.
Scholarship Application Process
The application process for scholarships at DDIBU is designed to be straightforward and accessible to all eligible students:
- Eligibility Criteria: Students must meet specific academic performance standards, financial need assessments, or category-based requirements.
- Application Submission: Applications are submitted online through the university portal with required documents such as mark sheets, income certificates, and essays.
- Review Process: A committee reviews applications based on merit, need, and alignment with scholarship objectives.
- Award Notification: Successful applicants are notified via email and official communication channels.