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    Engineering Scholarships For 2023

    By Rahul Shrivastava
    31 Jul'23  10 min read
    Engineering Scholarships For 2023
    Synopsis

    Are you currently pursuing engineering? Financing a dream degree from your dream university or college can sometimes be daunting. Worry not as there is always a helping hand available. Here are top scholarships available for students pursuing different engineering courses. Some of these are specially offered to girl students to encourage more women candidates to take up the coveted qualification.

    Engineering Scholarships For 2023
    Synopsis

    Are you currently pursuing engineering? Financing a dream degree from your dream university or college can sometimes be daunting. Worry not as there is always a helping hand available. Here are top scholarships available for students pursuing different engineering courses. Some of these are specially offered to girl students to encourage more women candidates to take up the coveted qualification.

    Scholarships play a vital role when it comes to pursuing quality education. Not only does it identify you as a deserving candidate, it catapults you towards your dream profession and encourages you to continue to excel.

    In this article are listed top engineering scholarships offered by private and government organisations to Indian students

    Adobe India Women-in-Technology Scholarship

    Adobe Research is offering scholarships to the female students who are pursuing technological programmes like computer science, computer engineering and other closely related fields. The main objective behind the scholarship is to bring gender equality in the domain of computing and technology.

    Eligibility:

    • Only female students are eligible.

    • Must be enrolled in a full-time course in any of the Indian universities.

    • Must have been enrolled in a four-year BTech or BE, integrated ME, MS, MTech programmes.

    • Must be pursuing courses such as Computer Science or Engineering, Information Science, Data science, Mathematics, Computing, Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

    What It Covers: Selected female students will receive the fund covering their tuition fees (not exceeding USD 10,000). They will also have the opportunity to join summer internships at Adobe India.

    Website: adobe.com/in

    Last Date To Apply: December 31, 2023

    Tata Realty Scholarship for Girls 2023

    The main objective of the scholarship is to offer financial assistance to meritorious girl students from economically weaker sections of the society who are pursuing Civil Engineering.

    Eligibility:

    • Must have scored at least 60 per cent marks in Class 12 and Diploma.

    • Must be enrolled in BTech, BE, or B.C.E.

    • Only female students are eligible to apply.

    • The family income of the student must not exceed above Rs 5 lakh per annum.

    What It Covers:

    • An amount of Rs 1,00,000 will be given to eligible girl students pursuing BE or BTech.

    • An amount of Rs 60,000 will be given to eligible girl students pursuing Bachelor of Architecture.

    How To Apply: Eligible girl students can apply for this scholarship by visiting the website - vidyasaarathi.co.in

    Last Date To Apply: August 31, 2023

    Foundation for Excellence Scholarship

    Talented students who excel at State or National level entrance exams and are coming from financially constrained backgrounds can avail this scholarship.

    Eligibility:

    • The student’s family income should not be above Rs 2.5 lakh per annum.

    • Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent no earlier than 2017, with at least 70 per cent marks.

    • Must have taken admission on the basis of the rank obtained in entrance examinations at state or national level.

    • Must be enrolled in BE, BTech in the academic year 2023.

    What It Covers: Selected students get financial assistance covering tuition fee and other expenses incurred during the course. It also covers training, mentorship, and advice from alumni and donors.

    How To Apply: Visit the website- ffe.org for information on the application process.

    Last Date To Apply: August 31, 2023

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    ONGC Scholarship 2023-24 for SC or ST Meritorious Students

    Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Limited offers this scholarship to those meritorious students belonging to the SC/ST communities who are pursuing professional courses in Engineering, Medical Stream or Master’s Course in Business Administrative, Geology and Geophysics.

    Eligibility:

    • Must be an Indian national.

    • Must belong to the SC or ST community.

    • Must not be more than 30 years of age.

    • The annual family income should not exceed Rs 4.50 lakh.

    • Must have got at least 60 per cent marks or equivalent CGPA or OGPA in Class 12 for Engineering and MBBS disciplines.

    • Must have got at least 60 per cent marks (average marks of all the years) or equivalent CGPA or OGPA for PG courses.

    Note: Preference will be given to students from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. Other students will be considered only if the eligible students from BPL families do not fill the total number of scholarships provided by ONGC.

    What It Covers: The selected students get Rs 48, 000 per annum.

    How To Apply: Apply for this scholarship by visiting ongcindia.com

    Tentative Month To Apply: October or November, 2023

    Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS) for College and University Students

    Provided by the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India to students who have passed Class 12 and belong to the financially weaker sections of the society.

    Eligibility:

    • Must have scored at least 80 per cent in Class 12.

    • Must be pursuing an Engineering or Medical course.

    • Must be studying from AICTE, Dental Council of India, Medical Council of India or other recognised organisations.

    • The annual family income should not exceed Rs 8 lakh.

    What It Covers: A scholarship amount of Rs10,000 to Rs 20,000 (semester/year wise) per annum.

    How To Apply: Visit scholarships.gov.in for details on application.

    Last Date To Apply: November 15, 2023

    Ratan Tata Scholarship for Engineering Students

    Offered by the Tata Group to those students willing to pursue undergraduate Engineering courses at Cornell University, New York.

    Eligibility:

    • Must be an Indian citizen.

    • Must have attended secondary school in India.

    • Must have an excellent academic record.

    • Should be enrolled in a four-year undergraduate programme at Cornell University.

    • Should be eligible for need-based financial aid.

    What It Covers:

    • Around 20 deserving students get the scholarship amount based on one's financial need that can be used for tuition fees.

    • The scholarship is given annually until the course gets completed.

    • For the five-year programme in architecture with 10 semesters, this scholarship is available for eight semesters only.

    How To Apply: Interested and eligible students can apply for this scholarship by writing to: igpedu@tatatrusts.org with their relevant certificates.

    Last Date To Apply: November 30, 2023

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    Swami Dayanand Education Foundation Merit Cum Means Scholarship 2023

    This scholarship is offered by the Swami Dayanand Education Foundation to exceptional students from economically weaker sections of backgrounds.

    Eligibility:

    • Must be pursuing BTech, MBBS, Pharmacy, IT, Architecture courses in any government or private institution in India.

    • Must not be availing any other scholarship.

    • Should have got admission through the entrance exam conducted either by the Central or State Board.

    What It Covers: The selected students will get financial assistance up to Rs 1 lakh.

    How To Apply: Interested and eligible students can apply for this scholarship by visiting the website- swamidayanand.org

    Last Date To Apply: December 31, 2023

    Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship 2023

    This is a merit-cum-means scholarship provided by the Sitaram Jindal Foundation. It offers financial assistance to underprivileged students who aspire to continue their higher studies.

    Eligibility varies for students studying in different classes which are as follows:

    Engineering and Medicine students

    • Should be pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in engineering or medicine except MDS.

    • Male and female students should have scored at least 70 per cent and 65 per cent marks respectively in the last qualifying examination.

    For Class 11 and 12 students

    • Should be studying in either Class 11 or class 12.

    • Male and female students must have scored at least 65 per cent and 60 per cent marks respectively in the previous qualifying exam.

    • Male and female students from Karnataka should score at least 75 per cent and 70 per cent marks respectively.

    • Male and female students from West Bengal should score at least 70 per cent and 65 per cent marks respectively.

    ITI students

    • Should be an ITI student from any private or government college.

    • Male and female students must have scored at least 50 per cent and 40 per cent marks respectively in the previous qualifying exam.

    Undergraduate students

    • Should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in the field of agriculture, hospitality, etc.

    • Male and female students must have scored at least 60 per cent and 55 per cent marks respectively in the previous qualifying exam.

    • Male and female students from Karnataka should score at least 70 per cent and 65 per cent marks respectively.

    • Male and female students from West Bengal should score at least 65 per cent and 60 per cent marks respectively

    Postgraduate students

    • Should have taken admission in a master's degree course.

    • Male and female students should have scored at least 65 per cent and 60 per cent marks respectively in the last qualifying examination.

    • Male and female students from Karnataka should score at least 70 per cent and 65 per cent marks respectively.

    Diploma

    • Should be studying a diploma course in agriculture, hospitality, nursing, pharmacy, etc.

    • Male and female students should have scored at least 60 per cent and 55 per cent marks respectively in the last qualifying examination.

    The benefits vary for students studying in different classes which are as follows:

    Engineering and Medicine students

    • Rs 1,500 and Rs 1,700 respectively for male and female students pursuing engineering.

    • Rs 1,800 and Rs 2,000 respectively for male and female students pursuing engineering.

    • Rs 2,300 and Rs 2,500 respectively for male and female students pursuing postgraduate degree in engineering or medicine respectively.

    Classes 11 and 12 students

    • A sum of Rs 500.

    ITI students

    • Rs 500 and Rs 700 for government and private institutions respectively.

    Undergraduate students

    • Rs 800 and Rs 1,000 respectively to male and female students belonging to the general category.

    • Rs 1,000 for physically challenged students.

    • Rs 1,200 for widows and unmarried wards of ex-servicemen.

    Postgraduate students

    • Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,200 respectively to male and female students belonging to the general category.

    • Rs 1,200 for physically challenged students.

    • Rs 1,500 for widows and unmarried wards of ex-servicemen.

    Diploma

    • Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,200 respectively to male and female students.

    For Hostellers

    • Rs 800 for students pursuing ITI/ diploma/ UG/ PG courses.

    • Rs 1,200 for students pursuing UG/ PG in engineering or medicine.

    How To Apply: Interested and eligible students can apply for this scholarship by visiting the website- sitaramjindalfoundation.org

    Last Date To Apply: December 31, 2023

    HDFC Bank Parivartan's ECSS Programme 2023-24

    An initiative of HDFC bank Education Crisis Scholarship Support (ECSS) program, is dedicated to assisting deserving and disadvantaged students from underprivileged backgrounds. This scholarship program targets school students from Class 1 to 12, as well as those pursuing diploma, ITI, polytechnic, and undergraduate and postgraduate (general and professional) programs.

    Eligibility:

    • Should be currently studying in Classes 1 to 12, diploma, ITI, and polytechnic courses in any private, government, or government-aided schools.

    • Must be an Indian national.

    • Must have scored at least 55% marks in the previous qualifying examination.

    • The annual family income should not be more than Rs 2.5 lakh.

    What It Covers:

    • For Class 1 to Class 6 - Rs 15,000

    • For Class 7 to 12, Diploma, ITI, and Polytechnic - Rs 18,000

    Important Note: Priority will be given to those applicants who have faced personal or family crises within the last three years, resulting in their inability to afford the cost of education, putting them at risk of discontinuing their studies.

    Deadline: September 30, 2023

    Website: hdfcbank.com

    Dr. Reddy's Foundation Sashakt Scholarship 2023

    The Dr. Reddy's Foundation Sashakt Scholarship is a unique opportunity for young women in India to pursue a career in science. The scholarship offers financial support and mentorship throughout their undergraduate studies to girls from rural areas and low socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring access to quality education in top science institutions.

    Eligibility:

    • Must be an Indian national.

    • Must be a girl student.

    • Must have passed Class 12 from a government recognised institution/university.

    • Must possess a good academic record.

    • Must have opted for any of these programmes - B.Tech., M.B.B.S. or B.Sc. in Natural/Pure Science degree

    What It Covers: A scholarship of Rs 2.4 lakhs (Rs 80,000 per year) for a three-year duration, encompassing college tuition fees, study expenses, and basic living costs.

    Important Note:

    • Preference will be given to students with rural and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, along with a keen interest in scientific research.

    • The scholarship will be awarded exclusively to students with confirmed admissions.

    Deadline: November 30, 2023

    Website: drreddysfoundation.org

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