MAHE Kalam-Pai Freeship & Scholars Scholarships
Manipal Academy of Higher Education · All India
| Scheme Name | MAHE Kalam-Pai Freeship & Scholars Scholarships |
| Provided By | Manipal Academy of Higher Education |
| Eligibility Summary | Graduation · Family income up to ₹12 Lakh/year |
About the Program
MAHE Kalam-Pai Freeships and Scholars scholarships offer up to 100% tuition waivers for top MET/NEET rankers at MIT Manipal.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹5.0 Lakh+
The 'Kalam-Pai' scholarship offers a 100% waiver of both program (course) fees and hostel fees, along with a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for MBBS students. The 'Freeship' scholarship provides a 100% waiver of the program (course) fees. The 'Scholar' scholarship offers a 50% waiver of program fees for MBBS programs and a 20% waiver of program fees for B.Pharm programs. All scholarship-eligible students are initially required to pay the full first-year program fee, including a refundable caution deposit of ₹10,000, at the time of reporting or completing admission formalities. The excess fee paid (after applying the scholarship) will be refunded within 3 months upon submission of the duly filled Scholarship Application Form. The scholarship amount, once verified, is disbursed to the student's bank account. While Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded accounts is common for government-linked scholarships, a bank account is required for this MAHE scholarship's disbursement.
Significant tuition waivers for top ranking MET/NEET students, ensuring access to premium education.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Medical, Dental, Pharmacy |
| Minimum Marks | 80% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹12 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓MET/NEET Scorecard
- ✓Parental Income Tax Return (ITR)
- ✓Class 12 Marksheet
- ✓Admission letter
Selection Process
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Selection for the Kalam-Pai, Freeship, and Scholar Scholarships for MBBS & BDS programs for the academic year 2026 is primarily based on the NEET All India Rank
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For MBBS, the Kalam-Pai scholarship is awarded for NEET All India Ranks 1-500, Freeship for Ranks 1-5,000, and Scholar for Ranks 5,001-10,000
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For BDS, Kalam-Pai is for Ranks 1-10,000, Freeship for Ranks 1-50,000, and Scholar for Ranks 50,001-100,000
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These scholarships (Kalam-Pai, Freeship, and Scholar combined) are limited to 5% of the General category intake for each program and campus
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For B.Pharm programs, selection is based on the MAHE Entrance Test (MET) rank (e.g., Freeship MET Rank 1-50, Scholar MET Rank 1-100).
Renewal Policy
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Renewal of the scholarship for subsequent years is contingent upon the student's academic performance in the immediate previous university examinations
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For Kalam-Pai and Freeship scholars in MBBS/BDS and B.Pharm, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 on a 10-point grading system is required to continue receiving the scholarship
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Students promoted to the next year with a CGPA below the required minimum, or with failures or detention grades, are NOT eligible for scholarship renewal and must pay the full program fee for that academic year
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Students must also maintain good conduct and regular attendance
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The award of scholarship for subsequent years will be the same as given at the time of admission in the first year.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Meet Eligibility Criteria
Ensure you meet the academic requirements, including a minimum of 80% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in your 10+2 examinations (for MBBS/BDS). Secure a competitive NEET All India Rank for MBBS/BDS programs or a high MET rank for B.Pharm and other eligible programs.
- 2Apply for Admission to MAHE
Visit the official MAHE application portal at `https://apply.manipal.edu/` and complete the online admission application for your desired undergraduate program (MBBS, BDS, B.Pharm, etc.).
- 3Receive Scholarship Application Form
Once admitted, eligible students will typically receive the MAHE Scholarship Application Form via email from the MAHE Admissions Office upon completion of the admission process.
- 4Fill and Submit Scholarship Application
Fill out the scholarship application form accurately with all personal, academic, and financial details. Submit any additional documents required for the scholarship application, if requested.
- 5Status Tracking
Keep a record of your application reference number. For any queries regarding your scholarship application status, contact the MAHE Admissions Department.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between the Kalam-Pai, Freeship, and Scholar scholarships?
The Kalam-Pai scholarship offers the highest benefit with a 100% waiver of both program (course) fees and hostel fees, plus a monthly stipend for MBBS students. The Freeship scholarship provides a 100% waiver of program (course) fees only. The Scholar scholarship offers a partial waiver of program fees: 50% for MBBS programs and 20% for B.Pharm programs.
Are there any initial payments required even if I qualify for a scholarship?
Yes, all scholarship-eligible students are initially required to pay the full first-year program fee, including a refundable caution deposit of ₹10,000, at the time of reporting or completing admission formalities. The excess fee paid (after applying the scholarship) will be refunded within 3 months upon submission of the duly filled Scholarship Application Form.
What are the conditions for renewing the scholarship in subsequent academic years?
To renew the scholarship, students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 8.0 on a 10-point grading system in their immediate previous university examinations (for MBBS/BDS and B.Pharm scholars). Students with a CGPA below the required minimum, or with failures or detention grades, will not be eligible for renewal and must pay the full program fee for that academic year. Good conduct and regular attendance are also required.
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