Computer Association Nepal (CAN) federation has opened the application for 'National ICT Scholarship - 2079'. The Federation has opened applications for scholarships in collaboration with Lord Buddha Education Foundation (LBEF) in Maitidevi, Kathmandu.
It is said that partial and full scholarships will be provided to 49 students through this program.
According to the federation, one female student from each province will be given a full scholarship and the remaining 42 students will be given a partial scholarship so that students from all seven provinces of the country will have equal opportunities.
In 'Female Merit ICT Scholarship', 28 female students will be awarded scholarships at the rate of four from each province, while under 'ICT Merit Scholarship', 21 students will be awarded scholarships at the rate of three from each province.
According to the agreement between the CAN Federation and the Lord Buddha Education Foundation, 49 students will receive a scholarship worth Rs.
Scholarship recipients will be able to study the 'BSc IT' program at the undergraduate level at the Lord Buddha Education Foundation, which is run in association with the Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation in Malaysia.
Students interested in the scholarship should apply through the website of the CAN Federation or the website of the Lord Buddha Education Foundation before Bhadra 9, 2079.
While applying, a copy of the class 10th and 12th mark sheet along with a photograph, citizenship or birth certificate, and a recommendation letter from the local government must be submitted.
According to the federation, the online examination of the applied students will be held on Bhadra 10th, 2079 and the scholarship results will be announced on Bhadra 12th, 2079.
Introduction:
The scholarships will be awarded to study B.Sc.(Hons.) in Information Technology at LBEF CAMPUS. Students who have completed 10+2 or equivalent from recognized boards or Diploma in Computer Engineering from CTVET will be benefited from this scheme. Students who have appeared for 10+2 or equivalent examinations can also apply. Girl students will be most benefited from this scheme and the reason to do so is to further the educational opportunities of young women of future generations.
Scope:
The objective of the scheme is to award scholarships to meritorious students belonging to economically weaker sections of the community so as to provide them better opportunities for higher education, increase their rate of attainment in higher education and enhance their employability. By 2020, employment in all computer occupations is expected to increase by 22% however the percentage of women working in computer science-related professions has steadily declined since the 1990s. One of the possible steps to reverse the trend is to encourage more female students to undertake computer science. With this objective, we are planning to introduce National ICT scholarships to females and weaker sections of society.
Types of Scholarship:
Female Merit ICT Scholarship:
| SN | Name of Scholarship | Scholarship Scheme | Total Course Fee | Scholarship Amount | Fee to be Paid | No of Scholarship | Total Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saraswati | 100% | 8,74,000 | 7,87,000 | 0 | 7 | 61,18,000 |
| 2 | Laxmi | 100 % in Tuition & Lab fees | 8,74,000 | 3,90,000 | 4,84,000 | 7 | 27,30,000 |
| 3 | Durga | 100 % in tuition fee | 8,74,000 | 2,85,000 | 5,89,000 | 14 | 39,90,000 |
ICT Merit Scholarships(Open to all)
| SN | Name of Scholarship | Scholarship Scheme | Total Course Fee | Scholarship Amount | Fee to be Paid | No of Scholarship | Total Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shakti | 100 % in Tuition & Lab fees | 8,74,000 | 3,90,000 | 3,97,000 | 7 | 27,30,000 |
| 2 | Sathi | 100 % in tuition fee | 8,74,000 | 2,85,000 | 5,02,000 | 7 | 19,95,000 |
Eligibility:
The scholarship will be awarded to the students who have secured not less than 50% marks or equivalent grades in the previous final examination (Grade XI & XII). Students who have appeared for the Grade-XII examination may also apply. Students must have scored more than 50% marks in Mathematics at Grade-X level too.
Selection Process:
A committee has been formed by CAN Federations to select the right candidate. CAN Federation will be responsible for the announcement of Scholarships and selecting students for scholarships.
Duration and Rules:
- The scholarship will be provided for the entire course. The continuation of Scholarship to the eligible student in the second and subsequent semesters will be as per the rules and regulations.
- Eligibility Criteria 1: Clear promotion to the next semester on the first attempt with a pass in all papers of the previous semester including internal examinations/tests.
- Eligibility Criteria 2: Attendance should be above 85% in the previous & current semester.
- Scholarships will not be given to more than one student in a family.
- Any undisciplined/unprofessional behavior from the student can also lead to the cancellation of the scholarship.
- If a student violates any other term and condition of the scholarship, the scholarship may be suspended or canceled.
- If a student is found to have obtained a scholarship by false statement/certificates, his/her scholarship will be canceled forthwith and the amount of the scholarship provided shall be recovered.
- In case any student leaves the course in-between no cash will be reimbursed or adjusted with any other student’s fee.
Documents to be uploaded at the time of form submission:
- Photo
- Recommendation letter from the local authority
- Birth Certificate
- Scan copy of Grade-XIth & XIIth Marks Card
- Scan copy of Grade-Xth Marks Card
- Admit card of Grade-XII (Incase of appearing students)
