Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025
- Scholarship of: Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme
- Resident Eligible: - GOA
- Organized By: Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Goa
- Application Start Date: 2025
- Application Last Date: -
- Apply Mode: Online
- Scholarship Amount: Rs.8,00,000 for studies in India or USD 25,000 for studies abroad
- Eligible Student of: Postgraduate or Doctorate Studies
- Official Website: www.dhe.goa.gov.in
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Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, the applicant must be an Indian citizen and have been a resident of Goa for at least 15 years or be of Goan origin and have been academically resident in Goa for at least 7 years. The applicant must be 35 years of age or less. The qualifying degree must have at least 60% marks (excluding grace marks). Additionally, the applicant must have secured admission to a postgraduate or PhD Programme for the relevant academic year.
Resident:
The applicant must be an Indian citizen and have been a resident of Goa for at least 15 years or be of Goan origin and have resided in Goa for at least 7 years academically. The applicant must be at least 35 years of age or less. The applicant must have secured at least 60% marks (excluding grace marks) in the qualifying degree. They are the ones eligible for the Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme.
Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025 Amount:
Selected candidates will receive the following amounts:-
- For studies in India: Rs. 8,00,000/-
- For studies abroad: USD 25,000
Selection Process for Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025:
Screening Committee checks your marks in:
- Class 10 (SSC) – 40% weight
- Class 12 (HSSC) – 30% weight
- Graduation – 30% weight
Based on this, they shortlist around 60 top candidates.
Selection Committee will then interview only those who get 70 marks or more out of 100 in the screening stage.
During the final selection, marks are given as follows:
- Academic performance – 45%
- Co-curricular activities – 10%
- Reputation of the institution you studied in – 15%
- Interview performance – 30%
Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025 Important Documents:
- Passport-size color photograph
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Write-up (500 words) explaining your motivation (research, intercultural background, goals)
- Academic mark sheets & certificates
- Graduation degree certificate
- Proof of admission/enrollment for postgraduate or doctoral studies
- Birth certificate
- Goa residence certificate
- Bonafide certificate
- Covering letter
Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025 for How to Apply
Fill Online Form:
- Visit the Directorate of Higher Education (DHE) www.dhe.goa.gov.in Goa official site.
- Click “Application form for Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme.
- Complete the Google Form, upload scanned documents, and submit.
- You'll immediately receive an auto-generated email; print it out
Prepare Hard Copy:
- Affix a passport-size color photograph on the printout.
- Complete Declaration section manually.
- Download and fill the Cover Letter template from DHE website.
- Arrange all self-attested documents, numbered as per cover letter
Submit Physical Documents:
Send via speed post or hand-delivery to:
- Director of Higher Education
- Goa Education Complex, Alto‑Porvorim
- Goa 403 521.
Contact Details:
Call: 0832-2410824 / 0832-2415585
Email ID: dir-dhe.goa@nic.in
Website: www.dhe.goa.gov.in
Manohar Parrikar Goa Scholars Scheme 2025 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. Who can apply?
- Answer: Goan residents (15+ years) or Goan origin (7+ years academic stay), age ≤ 35, with 60%+ in graduation and confirmed PG/PhD admission.
Q2. What is the scholarship amount?
Answer:
- Rs.8,00,000 for studies in India
- USD 25,000 for studies abroad
Q3. How are students selected?
- Answer: Based on marks in Class 10, 12 & Graduation (screening), followed by an interview (if score ≥ 70/100). Final selection includes academics, activities, institution, and interview.
Q4. How to apply?
- Answer: Apply online via DHE Goa website → Submit Google form → Print email → Prepare cover letter + docs → Send hard copy to DHE Goa.
Q5. Official Website?
- Answer: www.dhe.goa.gov.in
