Karnataka, Feb 26 : Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is committed to making quality education accessible to all. The HBSF (Harish and Bina Shah Foundation) – MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship reflects this vision by offering full financial assistance to academically talented but economically disadvantaged students pursuing a B.Tech degree at MIT Manipal. After a successful launch last year, the initiative is expanding to support more deserving students in the 2025 intake.
Key Highlights
The HBSF-MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship covers 100% of tuition, hostel, and mess fees. For the 2024-25 admissions, ₹3 crore has been allocated to support the top 50 students, selected based on merit and financial need.
Eligibility Criteria
– Minimum 85% in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) in 10+2
– Manipal Entrance Test (MET) rank between 1 and 10,000
– Must be from a government school with a family income below ₹8 lakh per year
– Renewable annually based on maintaining a good CGPA
Application Process
Eligible students must complete an online application at [apply.manipal.edu](https://apply.manipal.edu) and participate in the B.Tech Common Counselling process. A refundable ₹10,000 waitlist deposit is required, which will be refunded within two months of class commencement upon submission of the Scholarship Application Form to the MAHE Admissions office. Scholarships are awarded based on MET rank during counselling rounds.
Transforming Lives Through Education
The scholarship’s impact is best illustrated through the experiences of its recipients:
– Chiranjeevi G. (Bellary, Karnataka) – Achieved an All India Rank of 5606 in MET. “Getting into MIT Manipal was a dream, and this scholarship made it possible by easing my family’s financial burden and boosting my confidence.”
– Sanika (Haklady, near Kundapura) – Pursuing B.Tech in Cyber Physical Systems. “This scholarship has shown that talent and hard work can overcome any obstacle.”
– Ganesh Nagaraja Nandiyar (Sagar, Shimoga) – Secured an All-India Rank of 4893. “Receiving this scholarship brought immense joy to my family. I want to make the most of this opportunity.”
– Pradeep Mogaveera (Gujjadi village, near Udupi) – Studying Electronics and Electrical Engineering. “I am the first in my family and village to pursue a B.Tech degree.”
– Kruthik Shetty (Udupi) – From a farming family, secured a MET Rank of 6394. “My entire neighborhood was thrilled when they heard about my scholarship. It proves that education can truly change lives.”
A Vision of Giving Back
Launched on April 6, 2024, the HBSF-MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship aims to support 240 students over four years (about 60 students per year) with ₹12 crore in financial aid.
This initiative was established by MIT Manipal alumnus Harish Shah (B.Tech Mechanical Engineering, Batch of 1980), founder of Signet, a global leader in pharmaceutical raw materials. Under his leadership, Signet became part of IMCD N.V., Netherlands, in 2020. Through the Harish and Bina Shah Foundation (HBSF), founded in 2002, Mr. Shah has been a strong advocate for education, healthcare, sustainability, and the arts. This scholarship is a testament to his commitment to creating a lasting social impact.
