AI SummaryManohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme gives financial support to meritorious students from Goa who are pursuing postgraduate and PhD studies in India and abroad. The Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Goa, runs this scheme to encourage talented students to join reputed institutions and build strong human capital for the state.
Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme - Introduction
Goa has a large student population in the 18 to 25 age group. To make the best use of this young talent, the state government has framed this scheme so that bright students can take up Post Graduate and Doctorate (PhD) courses at good institutions anywhere in the world. The scheme recognises outstanding candidates, supports high-quality research, and helps build long-term skills for the state.
Main aims:
- To promote postgraduate and PhD studies among talented youth in Goa.
- To support meritorious and outstanding candidates with cash help.
- To encourage admissions to premier national and international institutions.
- To reward high-quality research and development work.
- To contribute to innovation and the long-term growth of the state.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Goa |
| Target Group | Individual |
| Nodal Department | Directorate of Higher Education |
| Support Type | Cash (DBT payment) |
| Application Mode | Online and Offline |
Benefits
Financial support:
- For studies in India: ₹6,00,000 per selected scholar.
- For studies abroad: ₹15,00,000 per selected scholar.
Selection details:
- Up to 40 scholars are selected every year.
- In exceptional cases, the award limit may be increased up to 50 scholars per year.
- Payment is made through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the scholar's bank account.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a resident of Goa for at least 15 years.
- Residents of Goan origin living in Goa for at least 7 years are eligible, provided they submit proof that a parent or grandparent was born in Goa.
- Age limit: Maximum 35 years as of 1 January of the application year.
- Academic requirement: Secured at least 60% marks in the qualifying degree.
- Shortlisting eligibility: Minimum aggregate score of 70% based on the scheme's criteria.
- Status: Must be a bonafide student enrolled in a postgraduate or PhD programme during the academic year of support.
- The qualifying degree should preferably be from an institution located in Goa.
Application Process
Application Steps
Applicants must apply through the official SUGAM state portal and also submit a hard copy as instructed by the department.
STEP 1 - Visit the SUGAM portal and log in with your details.
STEP 2 - Select the relevant bursary scheme and create a new application for the active academic year.
STEP 3 - Provide personal details, academic history, address, and current institution information.
STEP 4 - Enter bank account details and upload the required documents, including the bonafide certificate, fee receipts, and income documentation.
STEP 5 - Authenticate and submit the undertaking using the Aadhaar-based e-sign process.
STEP 6 - Submit the application online, download the generated form, and print a hard copy.
STEP 7 - Send the signed hard copy via post or hand-delivery to: The Director, Directorate of Higher Education, Goa Education Complex, Alto-Porvorim, Goa, 403521.
STEP 8 - Mark the envelope with: "APPLICATION FOR MANOHAR PARRIKAR GOA SCHOLAR SCHEME [Year]".
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before starting the application so the process stays smooth.
- Passport-size photograph
- Birth certificate and Residence certificate (15 years, or 7 years for Goan origin applicants)
- Proof of Goan origin (Birth certificate of parent/grandparent born in Goa)
- Academic mark sheets (Std. 10th, 12th, and all graduation semesters)
- Graduation and qualifying degree certificates
- Conversion formula certificate (if using CGPA/GPA)
- Bonafide certificate from the current institution
- Aadhaar card for e-signature
- Aadhaar-seeded bank account details and cancelled cheque/bank certificate
- Income certificate and relevant caste/category documents (if applicable)
References
Directorate of Higher Education, Goa
FAQ's
Can I avail this scholarship for multiple years?
No, the scholarship is a one-time award per student per academic year. If selected, you cannot apply for the same scholarship in subsequent years.
Are there reserved quotas for different study levels?
No, there are no specific reserved seats for PG or Doctoral students; all selected candidates are drawn from the overall merit pool.
How are applicants shortlisted?
The Screening Committee shortlists the top 100 candidates based on academic performance (10th, 12th, and Graduation marks) with specific weightages assigned (50%, 30%, and 20% respectively).
What happens after the online submission?
After online submission, applicants must submit a physical printout of the application form to the Directorate of Higher Education by post or in person.
Is the university location restricted to India?
No, candidates may apply to recognized institutions within India or abroad.