Mission Statement

The Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholarship provides educational opportunities for girls from financially weaker families of Maheshwari Community, fostering their academic growth, empowering them to achieve their full potential, and creating a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

Vision Statement

The Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholarship aims to empower young women from financially weaker families of Maheshwari Community, to pursue higher education, thereby breaking the cycle of poverty and social inequality. By providing financial support and fostering a culture of academic excellence, we envision a future where these women can become confident, self-reliant, and responsible citizens who contribute meaningfully to the development of their communities and the nation at large.

Eligibility:

Annual Household Income – Less than Rs. 10,00,000/-

Students from the following institutes can apply for the Scholarship:

1. Indian Institute of Technology
2. Indian Institute of Management
3. Birla Institute of Technology, Pilani
4. XLRI, Jamshedpur
5. National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
6. Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad
7. Indian Institute of Forest management, Bhopal
8. National Law school of India University, Bangalore
9. National Law university, Delhi
10. Institute of Rural management, Anand

Application Procedure:

To apply for the Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholarship, eligible students must submit a completed application form duly signed by the Dean of the institute where they are seeking admission.

The Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholarship selection process consists of two stages:
Essay Writing: Eligible students will be required to write an essay on a topic related to the scholarship’s mission and goals. The essay will be used to assess the students’ writing skills, creativity, and understanding of the scholarship’s purpose.

Interview: A panel of judges will shortlist the top applicants based on their essay submissions. The shortlisted students will be invited for an interview, where they will be assessed on their communication skills, confidence, and potential to make a positive impact in their communities.

Final Selection: The panel of judges will select a total of 5 students for the scholarship based on their performance in both the essay writing and interview stages. The selected students will receive the Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholarship to support their higher education goals.

Scholarship Amount: The scholarship amount will be ₹2,00,000 (Rupees Two Lakhs) per year or the actual fees of the institute, whichever is lower.

Fees Payment: The scholarship amount will be directly paid to the institute where the selected students are enrolled, ensuring that the funds are used for their intended purpose.

Duration: The scholarship will be awarded for the duration of the selected students’ higher education program, subject to their satisfactory assesment and adherence to the institute’s rules and regulations.

Assessment Criteria:
The Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholarship will assess the performance of selected scholars based on the following criteria:

• Scholastic Standards: The scholar must meet certain scholastic standards, specifically belonging to the top 25% of the batch population.

• Campus Participation: The scholar must participate in a minimum of two forums at the campus, demonstrating their engagement and commitment to academic and extracurricular activities.

• Learning Reflection: The scholar must submit a 250-word write-up on “Being a Jana Devi Mall Memorial Scholar” – reflecting on their learning experience and the impact of the scholarship on their academic and personal growth.

Performance Measurement: To measure the performance of scholars, the following data must be submitted:

• Scholastic Records: The scholar must provide their scholastic records, certified by the Academic Dean at the institute.

• Campus Participation: The scholar must provide evidence of their participation in campus forums, certified by the institute.

Assessment Process: The assessment will be based on the overall performance of the scholar in all areas. No single factor will be a major determinant of the assessment. The assessment will be done by a panel of judges who will evaluate the scholar’s performance based on the criteria outlined above.