Goa Scholar Programme

iAbout This Scheme

Merit-cum-means scholarship for Goan students pursuing higher education in premier institutions in India and abroad, covering tuition fees and maintenance allowance to encourage academic excellence among Goa's youth.

🎁Key Benefits

Up to ₹5 lakh per year for courses in India
Up to ₹10 lakh per year for approved foreign university courses
Covers tuition fee, living expenses, and travel
Renewable annually upon satisfactory academic performance

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Goa domicile holder (minimum 15 years residency of parent)
2
Admitted to top-ranked Indian institution (IIT/IIM/AIIMS/NIT or equivalent) or approved foreign university
3
Minimum 60% or equivalent in qualifying examination

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📝How to Apply

1

Apply at Directorate of Higher Education

Submit application form to the Directorate of Higher Education, Goa along with admission proof.

2

Scrutiny Committee Review

Applications reviewed by a scrutiny committee on merit and financial need.

3

Scholarship Sanction

Selected students receive scholarship letter; amount disbursed to institution/student account.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Goa Scholar Programme available for arts/humanities students?

Yes, it is available for all streams at top-ranked institutions, not just engineering or medicine.