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About Faculty Council of Engineering & Technology - Jadavpur University - Scholarship

 Scholarships 

The Faculty Council of Engineering & Technology offers various scholarship opportunities to support deserving students in pursuing engineering and technology education. These scholarships include merit-based, need-based, government-sponsored, and private aid, helping reduce financial burdens and recognize academic and extracurricular achievements.

Types of Scholarships

• Merit-Based Scholarships:
  Awarded to students who achieve high marks in qualifying exams or specific scholarship tests. Some scholarships also recognize excellence in sports and cultural activities.

• Need-Based Scholarships:
  Provided to students from economically weaker backgrounds, based on documented financial need and family income limits.

• Government Scholarships:
  Central and state government programs such as AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships for girl students and differently-abled students, Post Matric scholarships for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC), and other regional schemes.

• Private/Corporate Scholarships:
  Offered by private foundations and companies, including scholarships like Bharti Airtel Foundation Scholarship, L&T Build India Scholarship, and others targeting engineering students based on merit and need.

Eligibility Criteria

• For merit-based: High academic performance in Class 12 or university exams (usually above 60-75%). Entrance exam scores like JEE Main, WBJEE, or university levels are often considered.

• For need-based: Proof of low family income (often below ₹2.5 to ₹8 lakhs annually).

• Special categories such as girl students, differently-abled, reserved community students get additional benefits.

• Some scholarships require applicants to be enrolled in full-time engineering courses approved by AICTE/UGC.

How to Apply for Scholarships

1. Identify Eligibility: Check specific criteria on university or scholarship portals.

2. Register Online: Most scholarships require online applications on official platforms like the National Scholarship Portal or university websites.

3. Submit Documents: Include mark sheets, income proof, category certificates, admission proof, photo ID, and passport-sized photo.

4. Appear for Scholarship Exams: Some scholarships require taking specific tests (e.g., Pranab Mukherjee Merit Scholarship).

5. Verification: Authorities verify submitted documents and academic records.

6. Notification: Selected students are informed via email or official websites; scholarships are applied as fee waivers or direct financial aid.

Renewal and Duration

• Scholarships are usually renewed annually based on continued academic performance (e.g., maintaining minimum semester CGPA).

• Income and category proofs may need to be resubmitted each year for renewal.

• Duration typically matches the normal course length (4 years for B.Tech, 2 years for M.Tech, etc.) as long as renewal conditions are met.

Table: Popular Scholarships for Engineering Students Under Faculty Councils