GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Since its inception the trust has promoted education mainly by way of scholarships and grants to deserving and needy students. Some of these were instituted way back in the mid 1950s while others were founded more recently, a proof of its continuous efforts to bring about social and economic development through a literate, enlightened and empowered populace.

To encourage and motivate students K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has set up the following scholarships:

K. C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad-
Interest free loan scholarships are awarded to deserving students, on a merit cum need basis, to deserving students who are interested in pursuing higher studies abroad. This scholarship has been ongoing since 1956. The maximum scholarship amount awarded currently per student is Rs. 95000/-. Preference is given to students who are interested in pursuing post graduate studies in subjects which do not have many facilities in India. The scholarship announcement is made every year in January in leading newspapers throughout India. To be eligible to apply for this scholarship the candidate is required to possess a First Class Degree or equivalent Diploma of the same standard from a recognized University and must also have secured admission or atleast have applied for admission to a reputable University or Institution abroad.

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Mahindra Search for Talent Scholarship-
This was initiated in 1983. This scholarship has been ongoing in 35 educational institutions across the country with an objective to enthuse and reward excellence in academics. This scholarship is awarded to students obtaining the highest aggregate marks, based on the year end examination. Further a student who receives the Mahindra Search for Talent scholarship more than once, is awarded the ‘Honour scholarship’ which includes a cash prize of Rs. 5000/- and a citation from the Trust.

K.C. Mahindra UWC Scholarship-
This scholarship is offered to deserving students in the age group of 16 to 18 years. These students are given an opportunity to study at the United World Colleges. This scholarship aims to ensure that students benefit through the experience of international education, shared learning and community service which the Mahindra United World College is offering.

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Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship-
This scholarship has been set up to specifically empower students from the under-privileged and disadvantaged sections of society. It is given to students belonging to lower income group families who wish to pursue a job oriented diploma course at a recognized Government Polytechnic. To be eligible for this scholarship, the students should have passed 10th / 12th Standard or equivalent examinations and have secured admission in government or any other recognized Polytechnic Institute for Diploma Courses in India. Majority of the awardees are girl students, as the Trust is keen in supporting girls and encouraging them to be qualified and subsequently reduce their vulnerability to exploitation and improve their standard of living. In 2005, the Mahindra Group decided to double the number of scholarships given to 600 every year. Through this scholarship each individual gets awarded Rs. 5000 per annum for a maximum period of three years.

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The K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has also established several awards and scholarships for the academia. To build trust and further encourage teachers the Trust has set up the following:

• The K. C. Mahindra Chair for Nuclear Chemistry at the Institute of Science in Mumbai and The Dhandevi Mahindra Scholarship Award at Sophia College, Mumbai.
• The Kema Grants established in 1997 provides financial grants and scholarships to faculty members and staff of educational institutions.

Mahindra Pride Schools As part of the 60th year celebrations, the Mahindra Group entrusted K C Mahindra Education Trust to set up 2 Mahindra Pride Schools, with the prime objective of empowering youth from socially disadvantaged sections of society by extending livelihood training, to enable them to gain employment based on their skills.

The school offers equal opportunity for men and women, with a focus on rural youth and is non-residential offering various alternative livelihood options. To effectively run the Mahindra Pride schools, KCMET decided to partner with Naandi Foundation that has built a reputation in the field of education and livelihood creation.

Courses are currently being offered in IT, Hospitality and Sales.

The Mahindra Pride schools target 100% placement of students with a minimum starting salary of Rs 6,000 per month and ensures that the students are well trained for value enhanced jobs.

The first Mahindra Pride School is located at Chinchwad near Pune. The location for the 2nd Mahindra Pride School has been finalised as Jaipur.

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Mahindra Pride School at Chinchwad, Pune

Guest Lecturers - Mr. Manoj Kumar (CEO Naandi Foundation) and Malcom Harper engaging the students in an interactive session

Students and faculty of MPS in the Computer lab