BITS Pilani Goa’s 2005 Batch Pledges ₹1 Crore for Full Scholarship to Empower Women in STEM
The announcement was made during a grand reunion held from February 14-16, where about 100 alumni from across the world gathered at their alma mater
The Batch of 2005 from BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus has announced a ₹1 crore Gift to fund a 100% scholarship for a girl student at the campus. This marks the first-ever Batch Gift exclusively benefiting a Goa Campus student, setting a powerful precedent for alumni-led impact.
As per a statement issued by the The announcement was made during a grand reunion held from February 14-16, where about 100 alumni from across the world gathered at their alma mater, while many others joined online in some of the sessions. They came not just to relive old memories but to build a legacy.
Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor, BITS Pilani, lauded the initiative, stating, “This generous contribution by the 2005 Batch exemplifies the spirit of giving back. It sets a benchmark for alumni engagement and reinforces our commitment to fostering inclusivity and excellence in education.”
Prof. Suman Kundu, Director, BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, who addressed the alumni’s eagerness to understand the campus’s current challenges and future vision, applauded this transformative initiative, stating, “This is more than just financial aid; it’s a bold statement in support of women in STEM. The 2005 Batch is not just giving back—they are shaping the future. The pioneers created history.”
Prof. Arya Kumar, Dean – Alumni Relations, BITS Pilani, emphasized the broader impact, saying, “BITSians have always led by example. This gift is a game-changer, inspiring more batches of BITS Goa campus to step forward and make a difference.”
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In general, candidates who are admitted to one of the course in BITS Pilani Goa are eligible for the scholarships. However, there are some specific eligibility criteria which candidates must qualify to be eligible for the scholarships.
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BITS Pilani BSc Scholarships are offered to meritorious students who come from poor financial backgrounds. These scholarships are only available to students who have completed their admission process to the Institute. There are two types of scholarships available at BITS Pilani: Merit Scholarship and Merit cum Need Scholarship.
The Merit Scholarship is awarded based on the student's CGPA in the current semester. A total of 10 students per batch receive 100% off on their tuition fees, while another 10 students per batch receive a 40% discount. The cut-off for this semester was 9.2.
The Merit cum Need Scholarship is awarded based on the student's CGPA and their parents' annual income, which should be less than INR 10 LPA.
To qualify for a scholarship at BITS Pilani, a student can either perform exceptionally well academically, score high in the entrance exam, excel in sports, or demonstrate financial need.