🎓 Scholarships and Grants in Aerospace, Robotics, Drones & AI
The Federation of Aerospace Engineers and Robotics Innovations (FAERI) is committed to nurturing the next generation of engineers, innovators, and tech leaders through targeted scholarships and grant programs. Our mission is to remove financial barriers and support talented individuals who have the passion and potential to create real impact in the fields of aerospace, drone technology, robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI).
India is filled with young minds who dream big but often lack the resources to pursue advanced training or build their own innovations. At FAERI, we bridge this gap by offering financial assistance, project grants, and recognition programs to encourage excellence and promote grassroots innovation.
🎯 What We Support
Our workshops are tailored for school students, college graduates, professionals, educators, and institutions. We provide beginner to advanced-level training in:
FAERI Scholarships and Grants are available for:
- Students in Aerospace, Robotics & AI
- Innovator & Project Grants
- Institutional Grants
A. Scholarships for school and college students enrolled in STEM programs B. Financial support for attending FAERI workshops and training camps C. Awards for academic excellence and innovative thinking
A. Mini-grants for prototype development in drones, robotics, or AI-based solutions B. Funding for science fair projects, competitions, and exhibitions C. Support for rural and underprivileged innovators with promising ideas
A. Support for schools and colleges to set up Aerospace & Robotics Labs B. Equipment subsidies and training kits for government and rural institutions C. Collaboration-based funding for innovation-driven educational programs
🌟 Who Can Apply?
FAERI welcomes applications from:
- School Students (Grades 5 and above)
- College Students (Engineering, Science, Polytechnic, other college students)
- Individual Innovators
- Educational Institutions
- Startups working in aerospace, robotics and AI domains
- All passionate people interested in technology can Apply.
How FAERI Scholarships and Grants Work
FAERI's scholarship and grant programs are designed to convert ambition into tangible learning and innovation outcomes. Rather than offering aid in isolation, we connect financial support with hands-on opportunity, linking each award to FAERI's broader ecosystem of workshops, mentorship, research guidance, and institutional partnerships. This means a student who receives support for a drone or robotics project can also access training, expert guidance, and a community of fellow innovators across India.
Our focus areas reflect the technologies shaping the future: aerospace engineering, unmanned aerial systems (drones and UAVs), robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence. We pay special attention to students and innovators from Kerala and other parts of India who show genuine talent but lack the resources or infrastructure to take the next step. By directing support toward STEM education, prototype development, and laboratory setup in schools and colleges, FAERI aims to widen access to advanced technical learning at the grassroots level.
Types of Support and What It Covers
FAERI's support is structured around three broad pathways so that aid reaches learners, individual innovators, and institutions alike. Student scholarships help cover the cost of STEM training, workshop participation, and recognition for academic and creative excellence. Innovator and project grants provide seed support for building working prototypes in drones, robotics, and AI, and for participating in science fairs, competitions, and exhibitions. Institutional grants help schools and colleges, including rural and government institutions, establish aerospace and robotics labs and acquire training kits and equipment.
Because needs vary widely, support is offered in flexible forms, from partial assistance for a single workshop to project-based grants and collaborative funding for institution-wide programs. The aim is always the same: to remove cost as a barrier so that talented, motivated individuals can learn, build, and contribute to India's technological growth.
How to Apply and What to Expect
Applicants are encouraged to share a clear description of their goals, whether that is enrolling in a STEM program, attending a FAERI training camp, or developing a specific drone, robotics, or AI project. For project and institutional grants, a short outline of the idea, its purpose, and the expected outcome helps FAERI understand the impact your work can create. Applications are reviewed on the merit of the idea, the applicant's commitment, and the potential to benefit students or communities, with special consideration for promising innovators from underprivileged and rural backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for FAERI scholarships and grants?
School students from Grade 5 upward, college students in engineering, science and polytechnic streams, individual innovators, startups, and educational institutions working in aerospace, robotics, drones, or AI are all welcome to apply. Anyone with genuine passion for technology and a clear goal can submit an application.
What kinds of expenses can a FAERI grant cover?
Depending on the program, support can go toward STEM training and workshop fees, prototype development for drones, robotics, or AI projects, participation in science fairs and competitions, and the setup of aerospace and robotics labs in schools and colleges. Institutional grants may also help cover equipment and training kits.
Do I need prior experience in aerospace or robotics to apply?
No. FAERI supports learners at every stage, from beginners to advanced students. What matters most is your interest, motivation, and willingness to learn. Many of our programs are specifically designed to help newcomers take their first steps in technology.
Is FAERI support available to students and institutions outside Kerala?
Yes. While FAERI is rooted in Kerala, its scholarship and grant programs are open to talented students, innovators, and institutions across India. We give particular attention to applicants from rural and underprivileged backgrounds wherever they are located.
How are applications evaluated?
Applications are reviewed on the strength of the idea or learning goal, the applicant's commitment, and the potential to create real impact for students or communities. For project and institutional grants, a clear description of the project's purpose and expected outcome strengthens the application.
How can scholarships and grants connect me to other FAERI programs?
FAERI links financial support with its wider ecosystem of workshops, mentorship, research guidance, and institutional partnerships. Recipients can access hands-on training and expert guidance, helping them turn an award into long-term skills and innovation outcomes.