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Sir,
I got 94% in 12th Science and I got admission for
MBBS in GMERS Medical College, Gotri, Vadodara.
How can I get scholarship by government?
Please reply as soon as possible.

Great that you have secured 94% in 12th Science and admission for MBBS at GMERS Medical College Vadodara.

Here are some tips to get government scholarships for your medical education:

Check eligibility for government scholarships: Ensure you meet the minimum eligibility criteria such as domicile of Gujarat, annual family income below a certain limit, merit/score in allotment, etc. required for scholarships of Gujarat government and central government medical scholarships.

Research scholarship options available for MBBS students.

Some options are:

EWS Quota Scholarship: If your annual family income is below ₹8 Lakhs, you may be eligible for full tuition fee waiver under Economically Weaker Sections quota. Submit income proof documents for the same.

Gujarat-BC Scholarship: For students from notified backward classes, up to ₹2.5 Lakhs scholarship is provided per year based on merit. Submit OBC/BC caste certificate to claim under this.

PMMF Scholarship: Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme provides up to ₹4 Lakhs scholarship per year to top 5000 rank holders of NEET PG exam. Check if you fall under top 5000 ranks.

ICMR and CSIR Scholarships: Top institutions offer scholarships/fellowships for deserving medical students of India based on performance in professional entrance exams. Can provide up to ₹2 Lakhs p.a.

Public-Private Partnership Scholarships: Few select colleges provide partial or full scholarship support for MBBS course fees through scholarships from private organizations, trusts, etc. Check with GMERS Medical College regarding such schemes.

Prepare and submit excellent scholarship applications before deadlines: Submit relevant documents such as allotment letter, marksheets, scorecards, income/caste certificates, statements of purpose, etc. to establish your merit and need.

Consider both merit and financial need based scholarships: While top ranks fetch merit scholarships, if from financially weaker sections income-based scholarships can provide larger support. Apply for scholarships under both general as well as reserved categories you may be eligible for.

Do not miss any deadlines for applying: With scholarships, early birds get the worms. Submit as many applications as possible within deadlines to increase your chances of receiving scholarships.

Renew or reapply next years if unsuccessful: If unable to receive scholarships this year, you can renew selected ones or re-apply next year by improving your profile through higher score/rank or achievements.