Vimal Jyothi Engineering College, Chemperi Scholarships & Eligibility

Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (VJEC), Chemperi, provides a comprehensive financial aid ecosystem to support students throughout their academic journey. The institution offers a blend of management-funded merit scholarships, government-sponsored fee waivers, and need-based financial assistance to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder professional education.

1. Management Merit Scholarships

The college management offers several tiered scholarships based on the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) entrance ranks and performance in the Higher Secondary (Plus Two) examination, specifically in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).

• Government & Need-Based Scholarships

VJEC facilitates various state and central government schemes, helping students from reserved and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

• Fee Waiver Scholarship (AICTE): Under the Merit-Cum-Means scheme, 27 seats are reserved for tuition-fee-waiver students. Selected candidates receive a 100% waiver on tuition fees.
• SC/ST/OEC Scholarships: Students belonging to these categories are eligible for full tuition fee reimbursement, along with waivers on certain deposits, provided they meet state government guidelines.
• Minority Scholarships: Available for students from minority communities who have secured at least 50% marks in Plus Two and have an annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh. The benefit is INR 30,000 per year.
• Central Sector Scholarship: Awarded to students who score above 80% in their Plus Two examinations and have an annual family income below INR 6 lakh. The scholarship amount is INR 20,000 per year.

• Special & Industry-Linked Scholarships

VJEC also provides access to various special interest and community-based financial aid options:

• Pragati Scholarship for Girls: AICTE-sponsored scholarship for female students with a family income below INR 6 lakh; provides INR 30,000 per year.
• NHFDC Scholarships: Financial assistance of up to INR 90,000 per year for differently-abled students.
• Rubber Board Scholarship: For children of rubber plantation owners or workers; requires a family income below INR 2 lakh; provides INR 10,000 per year.
• Other Schemes: Includes the Forward Caste Scholarship (INR 10,000/year for those with 50% in Plus Two) and the LIC Scholarship (INR 20,000/year).

• Application Process

To apply for scholarships, students should follow these steps:

• Online Registration: Prospective and current students can register via the official VJEC Scholarship Portal.
• Documentation: Applicants must prepare the following documents:
  • Academic transcripts (Class 10 and Plus Two mark sheets).
  • Entrance exam (KEAM) scorecards.
  • Income certificate from a competent revenue authority.
  • Community/Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/Minority applicants).
  • Aadhar card and bank account details for direct benefit transfers.
• Submission: Forms can be submitted online or directly at the college administrative office. For government schemes (like E-Grants), students must also register on the respective government portals (e.g., the Kerala state e-grantz portal).

Note: Scholarship availability and criteria are subject to change. Students are advised to monitor the official VJEC website regularly or contact the college’s administrative office at the Chemperi campus for the most recent updates for the 2026 admission cycle.