Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research (CSIBER), Kolhapur, offers the Dr. A. D. Shinde Merit Scholarship to eligible students pursuing MBA, MBA (Environment) or MCA. Students can receive INR 10,000, INR 15,000 or INR 20,000, depending on their aggregate percentage. To qualify, they must not be receiving another scholarship from the Government of Maharashtra, the Government of India or a private organisation.
The scholarship was introduced in memory of CSIBER's founder, Late Dr. A. D. Shinde. First-year students are assessed using their graduation marks, while second-year students are assessed using their first-year examination results. The scholarship amount is subject to the institute's eligibility rules and final decision.
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CSIBER Kolhapur Scholarship Overview 2026
CSIBER offers the Dr. A. D. Shinde Merit Scholarship to eligible students pursuing MBA, MBA (Environment) or MCA who are not receiving any government or private scholarship. The CSIBER scholarship benefits are shown below.
CSIBER Kolhapur Dr. A.D. Shinde Merit Scholarship Eligibility 2026
The CSIBER Dr. A. D. Shinde Merit Scholarship has two main eligibility conditions:
- The student must be enrolled in MBA, MBA (Environment) or MCA.
- The student must not be receiving a scholarship from the Government of Maharashtra, the Government of India or a private organisation.
Documents Required for CSIBER Scholarship
The CSIBER scholarship document checklist includes the following items, depending on the scheme and the student's circumstances:
CSIBER Kolhapur Scholarship Rules
The official scholarship rules specify three additional conditions:
- Rounding of marks: Fractions below 0.5% are ignored, while fractions above 0.5% are rounded to the next higher number of marks.
- Outstanding fees: If an eligible student has fee arrears, the scholarship amount is adjusted against the outstanding fees.
- Final decision: The institute's authority makes the final decision on awarding the scholarship. Students with questions should contact their concerned Head of Department.
CSIBER Kolhapur Scholarship FAQs
What is the Dr. A. D. Shinde Merit Scholarship at CSIBER?
It is an institute merit scholarship introduced in memory of CSIBER founder Late Dr. A. D. Shinde. It provides INR 10,000, INR 15,000 or INR 20,000 to eligible MBA, MBA (Environment) and MCA students.
How much scholarship can a student get at CSIBER Kolhapur?
Eligible students can receive INR 10,000 for 60%–64.49%, INR 15,000 for 65%–69.49% and INR 20,000 for marks above 70%, subject to the Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research's rules.
Who can apply for the Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research merit scholarship?
Students studying Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research MBA, MBA (Environment) or MCA can apply if they meet the applicable percentage criteria and are not receiving another government or private scholarship.
Can an MBA student receive the CSIBER Dr. A. D. Shinde scholarship?
Yes. Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research MBA students are eligible under the published rules. First-year students are assessed using their graduation marks, while second-year students are assessed using their first-year examination results.
Is the CSIBER scholarship available for MCA students?
Yes. Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business Education and Research MCA students are included in the scholarship rules. The amount depends on the aggregate percentage, and students must meet the conditions regarding other scholarships.
Can students receive the CSIBER scholarship along with a government scholarship?
No. The published rules exclude students receiving scholarships from the Government of Maharashtra, the Government of India or a private organisation.
Which marks are considered for the CSIBER scholarship?
Graduation marks are considered for first-year students. For second-year students, CSIBER considers the aggregate percentage in the first-year examination.
What documents are required for a CSIBER scholarship application?
Depending on the scheme, documents may include a domicile certificate, income certificate, bank passbook, Aadhaar card, marksheets, admission letter and declaration form. Students should confirm their individual checklist with the institute.
What happens if a scholarship recipient has outstanding CSIBER college fees?
CSIBER's rules state that the scholarship amount is adjusted against outstanding fees or arrears when an eligible student has unpaid dues.
How can students apply for the CSIBER scholarship?
Students should contact their concerned Head of Department to confirm the application form, required documents, submission procedure and deadline. The published rules do not specify a current application deadline.