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The Vidyadhan Class 11 and Class 12 Scholarship Scheme, Goa 2025 is a merit-based scheme started by Sarojini Damodaran Foundation for eligible students from economically weaker sections of Goan society to empower bright students completing their Class 10. The Vidyadhan scholarship gives financial assistance to eligible students completing Class 10, to continue their education in Class 11 and 12.
Key Features of the Scheme:
Open to all students completing Class 10 from Goa state board or its recognised equivalents.
Will provide ₹10,000 per annum for all selected students in class 11 and 12.
Covers educational expenses like tuition, books and other education needs.
Selection done on the basis of academic merit, family income, and a personal interview.
About Sarojini Damodaran Foundation:
Established in 1999 by SD Shibulal (Co-founder and CEO of Infosys) and Kumari Shibulal. The Sarojini Damodaran Foundation has emerged as:
- Financial funding to disadvantaged students across India.
- Encouraging higher education among economically challenged groups.
- Providing mentorship and career guidance with their scholarships.
- Ensuring equal opportunities in education for poor and rural families.
Eligibility Criteria for Vidyadhan Goa Scholarship 2025
The deadline to apply for Vidyadhan Class 11 & 12 Scholarship Program in Goa is July 8, 2025. This scholarship is offered by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation, supporting meritorious students of economically weaker sections who have completed their Class 10 in 2025. Eligibility criteria as follows:
- Must be a domicile of Goa.
- Should have passed the Class 10/SSC exam in 2025, from a recognized school situated in Goa.
- Should have scored a minimum of 75% marks or 7 CGPA in Class 10. (For students with a case of disability - minimum requirement is 60% marks or 6 CGPA.)
- Annual family income should be less than ₹4,00,000 (from all sources).
Vidyadhan Scholarship Goa 2025 - What Do Students Get?
Students who are selected for the Vidyadhan Class 11 and 12 Scholarship Program in Goa will receive an annual scholarship of ₹10,000. This helps students undertake their higher secondary education without worrying about finances.
Documents needed for Vidyadhan Scholarship Goa 2025
The students must upload the following documents while applying online for Vidyadhan Scholarship Class 11 & 12 2025:
Document Type | Description |
Recent Passport-Size Photograph | A clear and recent photo of the applicant. |
Class 10 Marksheet (Scanned Copy) | Original marksheet preferred; if unavailable, a provisional or online version (SSLC/CBSE/ICSE) is accepted. |
Income Certificate | Issued by a competent government authority.Ration cards will not be accepted as proof of income. |
Steps to Apply for Vidyadhan Class 11&12 Scholarship Goa 2025
Eligible candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps for successful submission of the application for Vidyadhan Scholarship Goa 2025.
- Step 1: Click on the "Apply Now" option.
- Step 2: If you are a new user - click "Register" and fill in the required details. (If you have registered previously - sign in using your Gmail ID, Mobile number or Email id.
- Step 3: Scroll down and click on "Apply Now" again in the scholarship page.
- Step 4: Click "Register" and you will begin to apply.
- Step 5: Open your email inbox to check if you have got the email confirmation link from Vidyadhan, and verify your registration.
- Step 6: Use your registered email ID and the password that you created to log in.
- Step 7: For application instructions in detail, click on the Help link in your Vidyadhan account.
- Step 8: Click on the Application tab to begin a new scholarship application.
- Step 9: Enter all the required details carefully, upload all required documents and click Submit.
Important Dates for Vidyadhan Goa Scholarship 2025
Last Date to Apply: 8th July 2025
(Make sure you apply with all needed documents before this date!)
Selection Process
The Vidyadhan Class 11 & 12 Scholarship Goa 2025 selection process consists of the following stages:
- Application Review: All applications will be refereed and reviewed based upon academic performance, Class 10 marks, and the relevant documentation.
- Shortlisting: Students who fulfil the eligibility and merit prospectus will be called for further stages.
- Assessment: Shortlisted candidates may need to appear for a personal interview or a written test (to be decided by the foundation).
- Final Selection: Recipients will be decided based on the result in the interview/test and overall merit.
Conclusion
The Vidyadhan Class 11 & 12 Scholarship Program, Goa 2025, initiated by the Sarojini Damodaran Foundation, offers an exciting opportunity for meritorious students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue higher secondary education free from financial costs. Specifically, the program distributes ₹10,000 annually, thereby reducing the cost of education; while promoting academic merit, and long-term empowerment.
Contact Details
If you have any doubts or need additional details about Vidyadhan Class 11 & 12 Scholarship Program (Goa) 2025, feel free to reach out the organizing foundation below:
- Sarojini Damodaran Foundation
- Address: 678, 11th Main Road, 4th T Block East,
- 4th Block, Jayanagar, Bengaluru – 560041, Karnataka
- Email Support: vidyadhan.goa@sdfoundationindia.com
- Helpline Number: +91-9663517131
