NEW DELHI: In a significant boost for women in STEM, four students from Jamia Millia Islamia’s (JMI) Faculty of Engineering & Technology have been awarded the Rupa Rahul Bajaj Scholarship for Women in Engineering.
Launched by Bajaj Auto Ltd., this initiative is designed to bridge the gender gap in core technical fields by supporting high-achieving female students. Beyond just financial aid, the program offers a holistic career launchpad, including mentorship, life skills training, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.
The Winners’ Circle
The following JMI students successfully navigated a highly competitive selection process to secure their funding:
| Student Name | Department | Scholarship Amount |
| Sufia Ansari | Electronics (VLSI Design & Technology) | ₹1,52,875 |
| Hiba Swaliha K | Mechanical Engineering | ₹50,725 |
| Adiba Fatma | Electrical Engineering | ₹36,056 |
| Sofiya Saiyyad | Electrical Engineering | ₹19,225 |
Empowering Future Industry Leaders
The scholarship provides substantial support, offering up to ₹8 lakhs over four years. Its primary goal is to cultivate a new generation of female professionals ready to lead in India’s manufacturing and engineering sectors.
The JMI administration lauded the achievement, noting that the selection of these four students underscores the university’s commitment to academic rigor and the empowerment of its female engineering cohort. Official representatives extended their congratulations, wishing the scholars success as they transition from the classroom to the forefront of industrial innovation.
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