Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Bursary Scheme
Directorate of Higher Education, Goa · Goa
| Scheme Name | Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Bursary Scheme |
| Provided By | Directorate of Higher Education, Goa |
| Eligibility Summary | Undergraduate, Postgraduate · Goa residents · Family income up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
About the Program
Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Dnyanvruddhi Shishyavrutti Bursary Scheme provides flexible financial support for Goan students in higher and technical education.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹45k+
The Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Dnyanvruddhi Shishyavrutti Bursary Scheme provides financial assistance up to ₹40,000 per annum towards eligible fees, with an additional ₹5,000 per annum for textbooks and reference books, making the total maximum financial assistance ₹45,000 per annum. Eligible fees include university registration fees, tuition fees, library fees, laboratory/practical fees, gymkhana fees, IT lab/Information Technology fees, and other charges approved by the sanctioning committee. The assistance is calculated based on the actual fees paid for the course and is reimbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Students must first pay the required fees to their institution, and the eligible amount will then be reimbursed subject to the scheme guidelines.
Bursary worth up to ₹40,000 per annum.
Note: Must be studying in an institution in Goa. Covers tuition and fees.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | Goa |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar
- ✓Domicile (15 yrs)
- ✓Income Certificate
- ✓Fee Receipt
- ✓Marksheets
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their financial need and academic merit
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Applications are submitted online, verified by the respective educational institution, and then reviewed and approved by a Scrutiny Committee.
Renewal Policy
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This scholarship is renewable annually
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To renew the application, students are typically required to upload a marksheet from their most recent qualifying examinations, a Bonafide Certificate, an Income Certificate issued by the appropriate authority, and a fee receipt verified by the head of their institution.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Access the official bursary portal of the Directorate of Higher Education, Goa, at `https://bursary.dhe.goa.gov.in`.
- 2Registration
New users must click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. If already registered, log in using your registered Gmail, mobile number, or email ID.
- 3Download Application Form
Look for the link to download the application form for the 'Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Dnyanvruddhi Shishyavrutti Bursary Scheme'.
- 4Complete the Form
Carefully download, print, and fill out all required details in the application form, ensuring accuracy and completeness to avoid disqualification.
- 5Upload Documents
Upload all the requisite documents. Ensure that the upload size for each document does not exceed 500 KB. * Diploma/Class 10 or 12/graduation/post-graduation marksheet * Income proof/Income Certificate issued by a competent authority * Admission proof/Bonafide Student Certificate from the Head of the Institution * Fee receipt issued by the institution for the current academic year * Fee Structure duly certified by the Head of the Institution * Aadhaar Card of the applicant * Bank details, including a cancelled cheque/passbook copy with NEFT details
- 6Submit Application
Submit the completed online application form.
- 7Status Tracking
Status updates regarding your application will be provided on your registered mobile number. You can also track your application status on the portal.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the primary eligibility criteria for the Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Bursary Scheme?
To be eligible, a student must be pursuing a Diploma, Graduation, or Post-Graduation course for a maximum duration of 5 years from a recognized institution located in Goa. The institution must be affiliated with Goa University or recognized by the Directorate of Higher Education/Directorate of Technical Education. The student must have completed their qualifying education (Std. X, XII/Diploma, or Graduation as applicable) from an institution in Goa. The total annual family income from all sources must be less than ₹5,00,000.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what expenses does it cover?
The scholarship provides financial assistance covering actual 'entitled fees' up to ₹40,000 per annum, plus an additional ₹5,000 per annum for textbooks and reference books, totaling a maximum of ₹45,000 per annum. Entitled fees include university registration fees, tuition fees, library fees, laboratory fees, gymkhana fees, IT charges, practical fees, and other approved charges. The assistance is directly transferred to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after the student has paid the fees to the institution.
Can a student receive the Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Bursary if they are already benefiting from another government scholarship or scheme?
No, students receiving benefits from the Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Bursary Scheme are ineligible for similar financial benefits from any other Goa or India government schemes or scholarships, including fee concessions, simultaneously. However, if eligible for multiple schemes, the student has the option to choose the one they wish to utilize.
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