Scholarships & Freeship
We believe every deserving student must have access to quality education. Prerna College offers scholarship and freeship schemes to support students from all backgrounds.
Scholarship Opportunities at Prerna College
Dr S.C. Gulhane Prerna College of Commerce, Science and Arts is committed to ensuring that financial constraints never become a barrier to education. We actively support students through government scholarship and freeship schemes and provide administrative assistance for every step of the process.Students belonging to reserved categories, as well as the Economically Backward Class (EBC), are eligible for various government-sponsored scholarship and freeship benefits across all our programmes.
Explore Our Scholarship Types
We actively support students at every level through various government scholarship and freeship programmes, ensuring opportunities for all eligible students.
Rajashri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Yojna
Benefit:
Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti available for EBC students
Applicable across all UG and PG courses
Eligibility:
Students from Open Category / Economically Backward Class
EBC / Open Category
Income-Based Concession
Benefit:
Fee concession based on family income certificate
Ration card + income proof required
Required Docs
Income Certificate + Domicile Certificate compulsory
Government Employee Ward Benefit
Benefit:
Special concession for wards of government employees
Form No. 16 of parent/guardian required
Documents:
Two photocopies of Form No. 16 compulsory
SC / ST Freeship
Benefit:
Full tuition fee waiver as per government norms
Non-Creamy Layer certificate not required
Additional:
Maintenance allowance, book allowance as applicable
OBC / VJNT / SBC Scholarship
Benefit:
Freeship / scholarship as per government rules
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (Renewed) required
Eligibility:
Valid caste certificate + income certificate required
BBA / BCA Reserved Category
Benefit:
Caste validity required for BBA/BCA candidates
Concession as per Maharashtra government rules
Additional Docs:
Caste Validity Certificate compulsory for application
Maharashtra Govt. Post-Matric Scholarship
Benefit:
Post-matric scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/VJNT students
Applied via government portal as per notified schedule
Support:
College admin dept. assists in online form submission
RTM Nagpur University Scholarships
Benefit:
University-level merit scholarships for top-ranking students
Subject to university norms and availability
Criteria:
Based on academic performance in previous examination
Freeship Card Scheme
Benefit:
Full fee waiver for eligible students under govt. freeship
Applicable to UG and PG programmes
Note:
Late submission beyond deadline — student bears full fees
Administrative Assistance
Service:
College admin dept. helps submit scholarship forms online
Guidance on respective Govt. portals and deadlines
Note:
Students must arrange required documents within stipulated time
Document Checklist Support
Assistance:
Help with gathering and verifying required documents
Caste, income, domicile & gap certificate guidance
Contact:
Scholarship enquiry: 9552385202
Status Follow-Up Guidance
Responsibility:
After submission, students must track their own form status
Regularly check the respective govt. scholarship portal
Important:
Forms submitted beyond deadline will not be compensated
Scholarship Requirements
1. Academic Qualifications
- Passed 12th Standard (HSC/CBSE/ICSE or equivalent) for UG
- Passed B.Com / BBA / BCA / B.Sc. / B.A. for PG admissions
- Minimum 50% marks (40% for reserved category in some programmes)
- Semester I & II must be fully cleared for Part II admission
3. Category-Specific Requirements
- SC/ST: Non-Creamy Layer certificate NOT required
- OBC/VJNT/SBC: Renewed Non-Creamy Layer Certificate mandatory
- BBA/BCA candidates: Caste Validity Certificate compulsory
- Govt. employee wards: Form No. 16 required
4. Important Deadlines & Rules
- Forms must be submitted within the notified government schedule
- Late submission = student responsible for full fee payment
- Students must regularly enquire about their form status
- College bears no responsibility for missed deadlines
- Buying prospectus is NOT a guarantee for admission
2. Required Documents
- Two photocopies of 10th & 12th marksheets
- Two photocopies of 12th T.C. (Transfer Certificate)
- Caste Certificate + Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (Renewed)
- Two photocopies of Aadhar Card (compulsory)
- Domicile Certificate & Ration Card
- Income Certificate & Gap Certificate (if applicable)
Application Process
| Program Level | Adnations Session | Applications Opens | Appellation Deadline | Classes Begin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Spring Intake | October 1 | December 15 | January 10 |
| Undergraduate | Fall Intake | April 1 | July 30 | September 1 |
| Postgraduate | Spring Intake | October 1 | December 30 | January 15 |
| Postgraduate | Fall Intake | April1 | August 10 | September 5 |
| International Students | All Intake | 6 Month Before | 2 Months Before | As Scheduled |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there scholarships available for students?
Applicants must submit academic transcripts certificates and proof English language proficiency Some programs may require entrance exams interviews, or portfolio submissions Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as selection is based on academic performance eligibility
How do I apply for university admission?
Applicants must submit academic documents and proof English language proficiency Some programs may require entrance exams interviews, or portfolio submissions Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as selection is based on academic performance eligibility
What is the average university class size?
Applicants must submit academic transcripts certificates and proof English language proficiency Some programs may require entrance exams interviews, or portfolio submissions Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as selection is based on academic performance eligibility
How can I participate in campus activities?
Applicants must submit academic transcripts certificates and proof English language proficiency Some programs may require entrance exams interviews, or portfolio submissions Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as selection is based on academic performance eligibility
How can I contact the admission office?
Applicants must submit academic transcripts certificates and proof English language proficiency Some programs may require entrance exams interviews, or portfolio submissions Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as selection is based on academic performance eligibility
Scholarship Apply Form
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