Siemens Scholarship Program - Empowering The Future

About Siemens and the program

Siemens has been transforming communities across India through Corporate Citizenship initiatives focusing on three pillars: access to technology, access to education and sustaining communities. The Siemens Scholarship Program is one of the flagship projects under education that enables access to quality education to economically disadvantaged communities. Siemens Scholarship Program based on the German dual education system aims to make youth industry-ready engineers and launch a sustainable career in engineering, R&D or manufacturing. Under this initiative, the program offers four years scholarships to meritorious engineering students from economically disadvantaged families. Additionally, internships, mechatronics, soft skills trainings, projects and mentorships provided by Siemens acquaints these bright minds with the dynamics of the industry, thereby leading to their holistic development. The program is being supported by employees in the entire project lifecycle.

Applications to SSP 2022-23 is closed

Who is this program for?

If you are a bright young person full of passion and resolved to succeed through hard work, determination, devotion and perseverance and you are in your first year of engineering at a Government College then this program is for you. Nothing should stop you from achieving your goals, with the Siemens Scholarship Program, you get the right support to achieve both your personal and professional goals.

Who are the Siemens scholars and where are they placed?

Since 2013, nearly 1335 deserving students from 125 colleges across India have joined the program. Siemens Scholars who have graduated from the program have been placed in leading companies in various sectors such as engineering, banking and finance, IT services, infrastructure, automotive and consumer goods as well as in Siemens. They have turned role models in their communities and colleges, motivating many towards taking up engineering as a career and have enhanced their living conditions of their families. Few have taken up further studies.

First-hand experiences: Read what program graduates have to say

Ms. Namrata Gupta, SSP – 2017

PGDIE student at NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING (NITIE)

"SSP has not only provided me with the financial support during my undergrad years, but also helped me develop my technical and interpersonal skills. I am presently pursuing my post graduate studies at National Institute of Industrial Engineering, Mumbai. The internship project and SSP's soft skills program helped me stand out among my peers, which helped me to get shortlisted for better companies and to land a summer internship at one of the best FMCG firms."

Ms. Saranya. K, SSP-2018

Specialist Engineer at World’s Leading Washing Machine manufacturers in India

"SSP offered a lot of help while I was doing my studies - financially and also internships which enlightened my knowledge in the industries and technology. The Mechatronics Certification Program increased the scope during my Placement as a fresher. They imparted not only technical skills but also provided soft skills workshops which helped to groom my personalities. I am happy to be a part of SSP. I am grateful to everyone who believed in me, encouraged and supported me. The diverse exposure in SSP motivated me to pursue a second Bachelor degree in Hindi. I believe SSP is one of the roots of who I am today and in my successive heights."

Ms. Tanay Atpadkar, SSP-2019

Grade A1 Officer at one of the biggest Oil PSU in India.

"My journey with SSP has been fantastic and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity. It’s something that I’m proud of and I talk to friends about. I love the fact that we get to interact with people from all over India where we find a group which stays for lifetime. SSP started from my first year of Mechanical Engineering and continued for all four years. The trainings, mechatronics workshop and internships are the extraordinary segments of SSP. The trainers became our mentors with whom we can discuss our concerns. The extra effort which they put to make us ready for becoming professionals is remarkable. In short I can say that SSP is an overall package for our holistic development."

Mr. Dineshprabhu Jagadeeshwaran, SSP- 2022

Digital Marketing Manager in an IT organization in India

"SSP showed me a great path towards my career. With the learnings, I am able to support myself financially. Strong technical knowledge, professional growth and behavioral development amongst so many because of SSP that I have in my life which follows me forever."

Mr. Ashok Kumar, SSP – 2019

Nuclear Scientist at a leading research center in India

"I come from a small village but my dream has always been to become a Scientist – and now I am very happy to tell you that a few days ago I was selected for a post of Nuclear Scientist at a leading research center. My journey has not been the easiest and had many turning points but the best one was when I got selected for Siemens Scholarship Program in my first year of Engineering at the J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA in Faridabad. Now I am a scientist and I am going to serve the country. So I am grateful to everyone who believed in me and supported me."

Mr. Lanchenba Ngangom, SSP-2021

Advanced Application Engineer at a Multinational Technology Company in India

"SSP has helped me grow in various aspects. It has helped not only financially but also helped build strong personality. The Internship Program and trainings opportunities given by SSP really trained me well, increased my technical and interpersonal skills. These have helped me to stand where I am today. It taught me to be a better person overall."

Where are the scholars from?

A PAN India program

The program is open to all bright engineering students from government colleges across India.

In 2013, the program started with 20 students from 7 colleges from Maharashtra. Today we are very proud to have a large mix of students from 27 different states with different backgrounds and from 125 colleges. We continue to create a pool of 1st class industry ready engineers and address the individual, social and economic dimensions. We are looking forward to increase our footprint and empower the skilled workforce.

Highlights* :

Annual Scholarship comprises:
- Reimbursement of tuition fees
- Allowances for books, stationery, hostel, additional classes, etc
Holistic development program with internships at Siemens and other multinational companies
Yearly scholarship is subject to students clearing all subjects and scoring first class
Equal opportunity scholarship with 50% reserved for girls

*Terms & Conditions apply

FAQ Do you have a question about the Siemens Scholarship Program? You’ll find all the information you need below.

Who can apply?

First-year students of Government Engineering college (excluding IIT) from the following streams:
- Mechanical / Production
- Electrical
- Electronics
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Computer Science / Information Technology
- Instrumentation
Age: Up to 20 years
SSC: Minimum 60% aggregate
HSC or equivalent result: Minimum 50% aggregate and minimum 60% PCM aggregate
Annual family Income: Not more than Rs. 2 lakhs

Is there scholarship reserved for girls?

50% scholarship is reserved for girls.

Do I have to fulfill all conditions to apply for the scholarship?

Yes. Application forms will not be accepted if any of the above eligibility conditions are not met.

When to apply?

The online application tool will be open for a certain period after all admissions for the first year in Government Engineering Colleges is complete.

Right to admission to the Scholarship Program is reserved with Siemens Limited.

For more details, please write to corporate.citizenship.in@siemens.com

Siemens Scholarship Program is a flagship project of Siemens India.

Implementation Partners of Siemens Scholarship Program: Smile Foundation, Growth Centre (I) Pvt. Ltd. and
Ripe Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd.