Vikas College of Engineering & Technology Scholarships & Eligibility

Vikas College of Engineering & Technology (VCET), located in Nunna, Krishna District, is dedicated to making quality technical education accessible to all students. To support this mission, the institution facilitates a wide array of financial aid programs, ranging from state-sponsored fee reimbursement schemes to merit-based institutional concessions.

1. State Government Scholarship Schemes

The majority of students at VCET benefit from government-led scholarship and fee reimbursement programs, which are essential for supporting students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

• Jagananna Vidya Deevena (Fee Reimbursement): This flagship scheme provides full tuition fee reimbursement for eligible students.
  • Eligibility: Domicile of Andhra Pradesh; annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh; enrolled in an eligible undergraduate or diploma program.
  • Benefits: Full tuition fee is paid directly to the college. A minimum attendance of 75% is required for continuation.
• Jagananna Vasathi Deevena: This scheme is designed to support the boarding and lodging expenses of students.
  • Eligibility: Students meeting the same income and academic criteria as Jagananna Vidya Deevena who reside in hostels.
  • Benefits: A maintenance allowance of up to INR 20,000 per year, credited directly to the student's bank account.
• Post-Matric Scholarships (SC/ST/BC/Minority): Various state-run schemes provide tuition and examination fee coverage along with maintenance allowances for students belonging to reserved categories.
  • Application: Students must register and submit applications through the official Jnanabhumi or ePASS portal of the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

2. Institutional Merit Scholarships

Vikas Group of Institutions offers its own merit-based scholarship program to encourage academic excellence. These scholarships provide significant fee concessions based on performance in qualifying examinations.

• Central Government Scholarships

Students at VCET may also be eligible for various central schemes offered through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP):

• AICTE Pragati Scholarship: Specifically for girl students pursuing technical education. It offers up to INR 50,000 per year for tuition and incidental expenses.
• AICTE Saksham Scholarship: Aimed at differently-abled students, providing INR 50,000 per year.
• Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS): For meritorious students from low-income families based on their Class 12 board results.
• AICTE Yashasvi: A scholarship program for students in AICTE-approved institutions, offering up to INR 18,000 per year for B.Tech students.

• Application Process

To apply for these financial aid options, students are advised to follow these steps:

• Documentation: Keep the following documents ready for verification:
  • Mark sheets of qualifying examinations (Class 10, 12, or Diploma).
  • Income certificate issued by a competent authority.
  • Aadhar card.
  • Caste/Community certificate (for reserved categories).
  • Bank passbook copy linked with Aadhar for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Portal Registration:
  • For State scholarships, register on the Jnanabhumi portal.
  • For Central scholarships, register on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Institutional Aid: For merit-based concessions offered directly by VCET, contact the college administrative or scholarship office at the start of the academic year during the admission process.

Note: Scholarship guidelines and amounts are subject to change based on government policy. Students are encouraged to visit the official Vikas Group of Institutions website or consult with the college’s scholarship cell to get the most updated information for the current academic year.