St. John’s Medical College (SJMC), Bangalore – Scholarships

St. John's Medical College offers a variety of scholarships aimed at supporting students based on merit and financial need. Following is an overview of the scholarships available at SJMC.

1. Cardinal Gracias Scholarship: This merit-cum-means scholarship is awarded annually to MBBS students, covering tuition fees, hostel expenses, and other costs throughout their course.
2. SJMC Alumni Association Scholarships: Two MBBS students receive this scholarship annually, which covers the tuition fee for one academic year based on merit-cum-means criteria.
3. Charles D’Souza Scholarship: This annual scholarship is awarded to an MBBS student based on merit-cum-means, covering tuition fees for one year.
4. Michael Menezes & Mrs. Lily Menezes Scholarship: Offered annually to an MBBS student based on merit-cum-means, covering tuition fees for one year.
5. Alphonsus Miranda Scholarship: Similar to the above, this scholarship is awarded annually to an MBBS student based on merit-cum-means, covering tuition fees for one year.
6. Dr. Manmohan Singh Scholarship: Provided by St John's College, Cambridge, UK, this scholarship covers the complete cost of study for doctoral studies in STEM fields.
7. Government Scholarships: Various government scholarships are available for students from specific minority communities and those from SC/ST/OBC categories in Karnataka.
8. External Scholarships: Several scholarships from external agencies and institutions are also available, such as the Muthoot M George Higher Education Scholarship and the HDFC Bank Educational Crisis Scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Indian citizenship.
• Admission into SJMC or its affiliated institutions for the relevant course.
• Academic excellence and extracurricular achievements.
• Demonstrated financial need.
• Non-availing of any other scholarship or loan from alternate sources.

Application Process:

• Complete an online or offline application form with required documents.
• Submit the application along with essential documents to the respective authority before the deadline.
• Participate in interviews or tests if required by the scholarship provider.
• Accept the scholarship offer if selected.

Benefits of Scholarships:

• Financial assistance to alleviate the burden of educational costs.
• Enhanced academic performance and motivation.
• Opportunities for networking with professionals and scholars.
• Avenues for higher education and research.

St. John's Medical College is committed to supporting deserving students through these scholarships, recognizing both merit and need as key factors in their educational pursuits.