7 women students of IIT-P selected for scholarship
Patna: Seven first-year BTech students from the Indian Institute of Technology-Patna (IIT-P) have been awarded the prestigious Rupa Rahul Bajaj National Scholarship for women in engineering for the 2025 academic year. This scholarship aims to support meritorious female students pursuing core engineering disciplines.
About the Scholarship
The Rupa Rahul Bajaj National Scholarship provides comprehensive financial assistance over four years, covering semester-wise academic fees for the entire BTech program. In addition to financial support, the scholarship offers mentorship, industry exposure, and skill development opportunities, empowering students to excel both academically and professionally.
Selected Students
The students selected for this award are:
- Priya Bharti
- Sneha Raj
- Saumya Tyagi
- Kuracha Tejaswini
- D Neeharika
- Ishika Agrawal
- Janhvi Singh
Director’s Remarks
Congratulating the selected students, IIT-P director T N Singh expressed his pride in their achievement and wished them continued success in their academic and professional pursuits. He also commended the dedicated efforts of faculty members N K Tomar, Rishav Singh, and Kripa Shankar Singh for ensuring a seamless selection and onboarding process.
Financial Support and Benefits
The scholarship entails a grant of up to Rs 8 lakh per scholar over four years. It addresses common challenges faced by women in manufacturing and core engineering fields, including:
- Financial constraints
- Limited access to role models
- Societal barriers
By fostering inclusion and visibility, this initiative strengthens diversity in the engineering ecosystem and empowers more women to pursue and succeed in engineering careers.
Eligible Engineering Disciplines
The scholarship is intended for students enrolled in various engineering disciplines, including:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Industrial/Production Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Instrumentation
- Material Sciences
- Metallurgy
Conclusion
The Rupa Rahul Bajaj National Scholarship represents a significant step towards encouraging more women to enter and thrive in engineering fields. By providing financial support and additional resources, it aims to create a more inclusive environment for female students in STEM disciplines.
Note: The information presented in this article is based on the latest updates available as of March 2026.
