Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Dnyanvruddhi Shishyavrutti Bursary Scheme 2024-25

The Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Dnyanvruddhi Shishyavrutti Bursary Scheme 2024-25 is an initiative by the Goa Education Development Corporation (GEDC) to support students pursuing higher and technical education in Goa. The primary objective of the scheme is to make education more accessible and improve the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in the state. Under this scheme, selected students will receive financial assistance of up to ₹40,000 to help cover educational expenses

Eligibility Criteria To apply for this bursary, applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a higher or technical education course with a maximum duration of five years in an institution located in Goa and affiliated with a recognized authority.
• Have completed their Class 10, Class 12, or diploma (as applicable) or any last qualifying examination from a recognized institution in Goa.
• Have a family income of less than ₹5,00,000 per year from all sources.

Note: Students who have completed their graduation from Central Universities, IITs, NITs, IIMs, etc., are also eligible to apply for postgraduate courses under this scheme.

Non-Eligibility Students who are already availing benefits under the Interest-Free Education Loan Scheme are not eligible for this bursary.

Benefits of the Scheme

The selected students will receive financial aid of up to ₹40,000, which covers:

• University registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Library and laboratory fees
• Cost of textbooks and reference materials
• Gymkhana fees
• IT lab charges, InfoTech fees, and practical fees
• Any additional fees approved by the Sanctioning Committee

Eligibility Criteria To apply for this bursary, applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a higher or technical education course with a maximum duration of five years in an institution located in Goa and affiliated with a recognized authority.
• Have completed their Class 10, Class 12, or diploma (as applicable) or any last qualifying examination from a recognized institution in Goa.
• Have a family income of less than ₹5,00,000 per year from all sources.

Note: Students who have completed their graduation from Central Universities, IITs, NITs, IIMs, etc., are also eligible to apply for postgraduate courses under this scheme.

Non-Eligibility Students who are already availing benefits under the Interest-Free Education Loan Scheme are not eligible for this bursary.

Benefits of the Scheme

The selected students will receive financial aid of up to ₹40,000, which covers:

• University registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Library and laboratory fees
• Cost of textbooks and reference materials
• Gymkhana fees
• IT lab charges, InfoTech fees, and practical fees
• Any additional fees approved by the Sanctioning Committee

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Marksheet of Class 10, 12, diploma, graduation, or postgraduation (as applicable)
• Income Proof
• Admission Proof
• Fee Receipt issued by the institution
• Fee Structure, certified by the Head of the Institution

For Renewal Applications:

• Latest marksheet of the most recent qualifying examination
• Bona fide Certificate from the institution
• Income Certificate from the appropriate authority
• Fee Receipt verified by the Head of the Institution

How to Apply?

Follow these steps to apply for the Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Dnyanvruddhi Shishyavrutti Bursary Scheme 2024-25:

1. Visit the Official Portal – Go to the Goa Education Development Corporation (GEDC) website.
2. Register/Login – Create a new account or log in if you are an existing user.
3. Fill in the Application Form – Provide the required personal, academic, and income details.
4. Upload Documents – Attach the necessary documents, including your marksheets, income proof, and fee details.
5. Submit the Application – Carefully review your application and submit it before the deadline.
6. Track Status – Keep checking the portal for updates on your application status.

Application Deadline: March 17, 2025