GPAT 2025 Scholarship Circular Released: Check Eligibility, Amount, and Application Process

GPAT 2025 Scholarship Circular: The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced the GPAT 2025 Scholarship for postgraduate pharmacy students. Called the Pradhan Mantri Scholarship for Pharmacy Postgraduate Studies (PMSPPS). 

This scholarship helps talented students who qualify in GPAT and are studying M.Pharm at PCI-approved colleges in India. The government offers Rs. 12,400 every month for two years to support their studies and promote research and innovation in pharmacy.

GPAT 2025 Scholarship Circular

M.Pharm students who qualify for the GPAT 2025 Scholarship will get Rs. 12,400 every month for two years. This money is sent straight to their Canara Bank account to make sure it reaches them quickly and clearly.

Key Highlights

• Authority: Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
  
  

• Scholarship: Pradhan Mantri Scholarship for Pharmacy Postgraduate Studies (PMSPPS)
  
  

• Amount: Rs. 12,400 per month
  
  

• Duration: 24 months (2 academic years)
  
  

• Bank for Disbursal: Canara Bank
  
  

• Session Applicable: 2023–2024 and 2024–2025
  
  

GPAT 2025 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the official GPAT 2025 scholarship eligibility criteria issued by PCI:

1. GPAT Qualification: The candidate must have passed the GPAT 2025 exam conducted by NTA.

2. Admission to PCI-Approved Colleges: The student should be studying in a PCI-approved M.Pharm course under the Pharmacy Act.

3. Academic Session: The scholarship is for students admitted in the 2023–24 or 2024–25 academic years.

4. Full-Time Regular Course: Only full-time regular M.Pharm students can apply.

5. Bank Account Requirement: Applicants need to open a Canara Bank account to get the scholarship money.

How to Apply for GPAT 2025 Scholarship

Eligible candidates can follow these simple steps to apply online for the AICTE GPAT 2025 PG Scholarship:

1. Visit the Official AICTE Portal: Go to https://aicte-india.org and click on “Scholarship Schemes.”
   
   

2. Select the GPAT 2025 Scholarship Option.
   
   

3. Register Online: Fill in your GPAT roll number, email ID, and contact details.
   
   

4. Upload Documents: Attach scanned copies of your educational certificates, ID proof, and Canara Bank account details.
   
   

5. Submit Application: Verify details before submission and keep a copy of the acknowledgement page.
   
   

For detailed account-opening steps, visit the Canara Bank Digital Portal at https://canarabankdisi.in/canaradiya/.

Documents Required for GPAT Scholarship 2025

To complete the online registration and claim process, candidates must keep the following documents ready:

• GPAT 2025 Scorecard
  
  

• Admission proof in a PCI-approved M.Pharm course
  
  

• Aadhaar card (as ID proof)
  
  

• Canara Bank account details (passbook copy)
  
  

• Passport-size photograph and signature (scanned)
  
  

• Caste certificate (if applicable)
  
  

• Income certificate (if required)
  
  

• Educational qualification proof (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent)