Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC), Delhi offers various scholarships to assist meritorious and financially needy students pursuing medical and paramedical programs. These scholarships aim to promote academic excellence while easing the financial burden for students. Below is a detailed overview of the types of scholarships, eligibility criteria, application processes, and renewal conditions.
Merit-Based Scholarships:
These are awarded to students based on outstanding academic performance in previous qualifying exams and consistent excellence during the course. VMMC encourages merit scholarships to motivate students to maintain high standards.
Need-Based Scholarships:
Given to students from economically weaker sections who demonstrate financial need through income certificates. Such scholarships assist in tuition fee waivers or reductions.
Government Scholarships:
Various central and state government schemes offer scholarships to reserved categories including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and physically handicapped students. Examples include the Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education for SC/ST/OBC and state-specific financial aid programs.
Institutional Scholarships:
Occasionally, VMMC-Safdarjung Hospital provides scholarships funded internally to promote academic merit or support students in financial distress.
External/Private Scholarships:
Medical students at VMMC may also avail scholarships offered by organizations such as AIMSET and others which focus on medical and paramedical education support.
Merit-Based:
Minimum academic marks as specified (often top performers in qualifying exams such as NEET UG or NEET PG) and active enrollment in degree programs at VMMC.
Need-Based:
Candidates must submit valid family income proof falling below prescribed income limits (typically INR 4.5 Lakhs or as defined by government norms).
Government Schemes:
Eligibility varies by scheme and category. Students must hold valid caste/reservation certificates and meet income thresholds.
Institutional:
Academic merit, attendance, conduct, and financial condition are assessed annually to determine scholarships.
Renewal of scholarships generally requires maintaining a minimum academic performance and good disciplinary standing.
Students applying for government and institutional scholarships must fill separate application forms available on the VMMC or government portals.
Submission of required documents such as income certificates, academic transcripts, category certificates, and identity proofs is mandatory.
Online applications are processed through portals like the National Scholarship Portal or specific state scholarship websites.
Institutional scholarships are applied for via internal notification and per eligibility guidelines communicated by the college.
Deadlines are strictly observed; candidates are advised to apply promptly each academic year.
Most scholarships are granted for one academic year and require annual renewal.
Students must sustain minimum academic qualifications, such as passing all subjects and maintaining regular attendance.
Failure to meet stipulated academic or conduct standards may result in scholarship discontinuation.
Need-based scholarships tied to income are reviewed periodically.
Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Benefits | Application Process |
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Merit-Based Scholarship | High academic achievers within VMMC programs | Tuition fee waiver or partial financial aid | Apply online/institute notification with transcript |
Need-Based Scholarship | Economically weaker students with valid income certificate | Fee reduction or waiver | Submit income proof and application annually |
Central Sector Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC/EWS students meeting govt. criteria | Full/partial tuition & maintenance support | Apply via National Scholarship Portal |
Institutional Scholarship | High academic performance and/or financial need | Tuition fees and other academic support | Internal application per college circular |
AIMSET Medical Scholarship | NEET aspirants and medical students with merit | Financial support for tuition and books | Apply through AIMSET entrance and scholarship site |
VMMC Delhi’s scholarship framework is designed to ensure financial inclusivity and promote academic success across diverse student demographics. The college encourages eligible students to take advantage of available scholarships by staying informed on application timelines and maintaining academic and attendance standards.
Course | Average Fees | Duration | Action |
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MBBS | ₹ 2.65 Lakhs (approximate total) | 5 Years | |
BSc | ₹1.29 Lakhs (approximate total) | 3 - 4 Years | |
MD | ₹ 1.15 Lakhs per annum | 3 Years | |
BDS | NA | 5 Years | |
MS (Surgery) | ₹30,000 - 51,000 | 3 Years | |
MS | 1.15 Lakhs per annum | 3 Years | |
MCh | ₹1.15 Lakhs per annum | 3 Years | |
DM | ₹ 1.15 Lakhs per annum | 3 Years |