MCKV Institute of Engineering Scholarship: Schemes, Eligibility, Benefits

Autonomous Institute University|Estd. 1999|NAAC Grade A

• Updated on 24 Sept, 2025 by Kollegeapply

MCKV Institute of Engineering offers its students access to a wide range of scholarships provided by both governmental and non-governmental organizations. MCKVIE schemes are designed to support meritorious, economically weaker, minority, girl, and specially-abled students in pursuing higher education without financial constraints. From state-level initiatives like the Swami Vivekananda and Aikyashree scholarships to national-level opportunities under AICTE and private foundations such as the Sitaram Jindal Scholarship, students can benefit from financial assistance and loan schemes like the West Bengal and Bihar Student Credit Cards.

Scholarships Offered by Governmental and Non-Governmental Organisations

Sl. No.	Scholarship	Brief Description
1	Swami Vivekananda Scholarship	For meritorious students from economically weaker families in West Bengal. UG (Engg.) with 60% in 10+2, PG (Engg.) with 55% in graduation, and other AICTE-approved courses like MBA are eligible. Amount: INR 5000 per month.
2	Aikyashree	Merit-cum-means scholarship for minority students (Buddhist, Jain, Christian, Muslim, Parsee & Sikh) domiciled in West Bengal. Eligibility: 50% marks in the qualifying exam, family income ≤ INR 2.5 lakh p.a.
3	Kanyashree	For unmarried girls (18–19 years), residents of WB, attending an educational institution, family income ≤ INR 1.2 lakh p.a. Special relaxations for differently-abled, orphans, or those in state homes. Benefit: One-time grant of INR 25,000.
4	National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	Central government scholarships by various ministries (Minority Affairs, Tribal Affairs, Social Justice, UGC, AICTE, etc.). Covers UG/PG students under multiple categories.
5	DWO (OASIS)	WB government scholarship for children of those engaged in unclean occupations (flayers, tanners, scavengers, waste pickers, etc.). Available for both day scholars and hostellers.
6	e-Kalyan Bihar	Scholarships by the Education Department, Government of Bihar, for students belonging to SC/ST/Backward categories.
7	e-Kalyan Jharkhand	Scholarships for SC/ST, Minority, and Backward Class students under the Welfare Department, Govt. of Jharkhand.
8	MAKAUT Scholarships	Various West Bengal government scholarships are available to students under MAKAUT-affiliated colleges.
9	AICTE – Pragati Scholarship	For girl students in AICTE-approved institutions. Benefit: INR 30,000 tuition fee (or actual) + INR 2000/month for 10 months per year. Can also be availed for equipment/books/laptop, etc.
10	AICTE – Saksham Scholarship	For specially-abled students in AICTE-approved institutions. Benefit: Same as Pragati – Tuition Fee INR 30,000 (or actual) + INR 2000/month for 10 months.
11	AICTE – Swanath Scholarship	For orphans, wards of Covid-19 deceased, or children of Armed Forces martyrs. Family income ≤ INR 8 lakh p.a. Must be studying in AICTE-approved institutes (Degree/Diploma).
12	Sitaram Jindal Scholarship	Private scholarship for UG & PG Engineering students. Amount: UG – INR 2300 (boys), INR 2000 (girls) per month; PG – INR 3200 (boys), INR 2800 (girls) per month. Eligibility: 65% (boys), 60% (girls) in qualifying exams.

Student Credit Card Schemes

Sl. No.	Student Credit Card	Brief Description
1	West Bengal Student Credit Card	Provides up to INR 10 lakh loan @4% simple interest for higher studies. 1% concession if interest is serviced during the study period. Upper age limit: 40 years. Repayment: 15 years, including a moratorium.
2	Bihar Student Credit Card	The Bihar government’s scheme offering loans to students for pursuing higher education. Details available on the official portal.