Institute-Wide Scholarships
Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute offers several scholarships to deserving students based on merit and need. One of the most prominent is the MCM (Merit Cum Means) Scholarship, which is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and financial need.
The MCM Scholarship provides full coverage of tuition fees for selected students. It is open to all categories of students and requires an application process that includes submission of academic transcripts, income certificates, and a detailed personal statement outlining financial circumstances and career aspirations.
Donor/Alumni Scholarships
VJTI also benefits from generous contributions from alumni and donors who wish to support deserving students. Some of the notable donor scholarships include:
- The S. K. Sharma Memorial Scholarship: Funded by a distinguished alumnus, this scholarship is awarded annually to students pursuing Computer Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 8.0.
- The Ramesh Chaudhari Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship supports students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and provides both financial assistance and mentorship opportunities.
- The K. M. Patel Endowment Fund: Established by an alumnus, this fund offers annual grants to students excelling in research and innovation projects.
- The A. P. Desai Memorial Scholarship: Named after a former faculty member, this scholarship is awarded to students who show outstanding leadership qualities and community service involvement.
- The M. L. Shah Foundation Award: This award supports students interested in entrepreneurship and provides seed funding for startup initiatives.
Government and Corporate Scholarships
In addition to institute-specific scholarships, VJTI students are eligible for various government and corporate-sponsored financial aid programs:
- The National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) Program: Offered by the Ministry of Education, this scholarship supports students from SC/ST and minority communities with annual income below a specified threshold.
- The Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF): This fellowship provides financial support to meritorious students pursuing research in science and technology fields at premier institutions across India.
- The Samsung Scholarship Program: This program funds students interested in pursuing computer science and engineering studies, offering both tuition support and internship opportunities with Samsung India.
- The Microsoft India Scholarship Program: Designed for students with exceptional academic performance, this scholarship includes tuition coverage, stipend, and access to exclusive training programs.
- The Google India Scholarship Program: This program supports students in engineering disciplines by providing financial assistance and mentorship from industry experts.
Scholarship Application Process
The application process for scholarships at VJTI involves multiple steps:
- Eligibility Verification: Students must meet the specific criteria set by each scholarship provider, including academic performance, financial status, and category.
- Document Preparation: Applicants are required to submit academic transcripts, income certificates, recommendation letters, and personal statements.
- Online Submission: All applications are submitted through the official portal of VJTI or the respective scholarship providers.
- Review and Selection: A panel of experts reviews the applications based on merit and need, selecting candidates who best fit the scholarship criteria.
- Award Notification: Selected students receive notification via email or physical mail, along with instructions for claiming the award.
VJTI also organizes workshops and seminars to guide students through the application process and help them prepare competitive applications. These sessions are led by alumni and industry professionals who share insights on crafting compelling narratives and meeting deadlines effectively.