Globsyn Business School Scholarships are granted to students enrolling in its postgraduate management programmes based on their academic achievements. The objective of these scholarship programmes is to offer financial assistance to deserving students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, allowing them to pursue their post-graduate education at GBS Kolkata without the financial burden of tuition fees.

Various scholarships offered by GBS Kolkata are as follows:

  • Bikram Dasgupta Foundation Scholarship (for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds).
  • Outstanding Achievers Scholarships (for students achieving recognition or excellence in sports or culture/arts areas).

GBS Kolkata Bikram Dasgupta Foundation Scholarship  

Here are some details on GBS Kolkata Bikram Dasgupta Foundation Scholarship Scholarships. 

  1.  No. of students: 7 (seven)
  2. Quantum of Scholarship: 100% fee waiver (except Admission Fee)
  3. Eligibility: Students with an exemplary academic track record, whose parents’ or guardians’ income falls below the criteria as specified under ‘Parental Income Ceiling’, will be eligible for the Bikram Dasgupta Foundation Scholarship. The minimum eligibility criteria is
    1. Qualifying Aptitude Exam (CAT/MAT etc.) >= 80 percentile
    2. Graduation: >= 60%
    3. Class 12/equivalent: >= 75%
    4. Class 10/equivalent: >= 75%
    5. Other outstanding achievements (documentary proof required) 
  4. Furthermore, the students awarded scholarships must maintain an academic CGPA >= 6.0 in all Semesters at GBS and actively participate in the institute’s Beyond Education activities.
  5. The students’ performance would be reviewed after every Semester for consideration to continue the fee waiver.
  6. Administration of Fee Waiver: All installments of a fee (except the initial Admission Fee) will be waived. If any installments have already been paid, these will be refunded after the due date of the last installment that would have normally been due.

GBS Kolkata Outstanding Achievers Scholarships 

Here are some details on GBS Kolkata Outstanding Achievers Scholarships. 

  1. No. of scholarships: 6 (three each in Sports and Arts)
  2. Quantum of Scholarship: INR 1,00,000 each
  3. Eligibility:
    1. For Sportspersons, the student must have been recognized by a prominent sports body/association at the State or National level in any outdoor or indoor sporting event.
    2. In the Arts area, students achieving recognition or excellence from prominent bodies/associations at the Regional or National level in any areas such as Debate, Quiz, Dance, Drama, etc. will be eligible.
    3. In addition, the students’ parents’ or guardians’ income should fall below the criteria as specified under ‘Parental Income Ceiling’.
    4. Furthermore, the students awarded scholarships must maintain an academic CGPA >= 5.0 in all Semesters at GBS and actively participate in the institutes Beyond Education activities.
    5. The students’ performance would be reviewed after every Semester for consideration to be eligible for a partial fee waiver.
    6. Administration of Fee waiver: The fee waiver will be applied in two parts. The first part 50% (i.e. INR 50,000/-) will be reduced from the penultimate installment and the remaining 50% reduced in the last installment.
  4. Parental Income Ceiling: The parental income should be INR 8 lakh per annum for both categories of Scholarships. Students will have to furnish an income certificate or self-attested copy of the last income tax return for their parent/guardian along with a copy of the Aadhar Card (or equivalent identification allowed by the Government) for both student and parent.

GBS Kolkata Scholarship FAQs

Ques. Does GBS offer any scholarships?

Ans. YES. GBS Kolkata runs the National Scholarship Programme (NSP) to acknowledge the achievements and talents of undergraduate students in both their academic and extracurricular endeavors. This programme includes two types of scholarships: the Bikram Dasgupta Foundation Scholarship, which aim to support students with limited financial resources, and the Outstanding Achievers Scholarships, which are awarded to students who have gained recognition or demonstrated excellence in areas such as sports, culture, or the arts.

Ques. Does Globsyn Business School offer loan assistance?

Ans. Yes. Globsyn Business School provides support and opportunities for various post-graduate programmes. To provide seamless education facilities for meritorious enthusiasts and help them excel in their pursuit of education students of GBS, over the years, have availed financial aid from these intuitions: State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, UCO Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Central Bank of India, Union Bank of India, Canara Bank,
Indian Bank, the West Bengal Student Credit Card Scheme, HDFC Credila, Propelled, IDFC FIRST Bank, and several others.

Ques. How to apply for GBS scholarships?

Ans. Filled-out application forms must be submitted online along with all needed documentation and information by applicants. The shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by a special committee, which will then make its recommendations to the Management Trustee for final approval. Visit https://www.globsyn.edu.in/national-scholarship-programme for additional information.