Goa is one of the smallest states of India, bounded by the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka. It is popularly known for its beaches, landscape, churches and nightlife. Every year, lakhs of tourists visit here from around the world, especially on weekends. Besides this quality, it is one of the most literate states of India....
As per the 2011 population census, the Goa state has attained 87.40 per cent literacy. Since it has enrolled impressive progress in the field of higher education. The State government of Goa has taken every possible initiative for students bypassing the Compulsory Education Act 1995 to ensure that no child in the age group of 6 to 14 years leftovers out of school. The main purpose of the Government of Goa is to improve the education system in their various areas. The state government aimed at providing computer education to every child. There has been a great demand for education at the secondary and higher secondary level in the Goa district.
Goa’s state government gives directions to keep them up-to-date with advanced and modern techniques in the learning-teaching situations. Though the state government highlights skill development, provides computer-integrated education to students, infrastructure development in colleges, and improving quality of education.
The primary medium of instruction at the schools in Goa is English. English is the main medium but Konkani and Portuguese are secondary options taught in several schools of the state. The research institutes, bachelor’s and master’s degree institutes also use English as the primary medium for various courses.
The very well-known state institute is Goa University located in Taleigao Plateau, Goa, India. It was established under the Goa University Act of 1984. It has been approved by the University Grant Commission (UGC) and is a member of AIU. Besides this, it has been accredited with an 'A' grade from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Various Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Research Programmes have been offered by this university to candidates. Students from different regions of the country have come here to get admission into top-notch courses. The institute has a total of 56 affiliated colleges providing both general and professional education.
This leading university offers education in various streams like Commerce, Engineering, Arts, Science and Management. Goa’s education system lays down a great emphasis on all fields. All courses are offered in both full-time and part-time mode by the university. Admission to Goa University is based on scores obtained by candidates in the entrance exam.
Goa College of Pharmacy is a well-known Pharmacy in India, which was established in 1963. It has been approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). The college offers Bachelor, Master and Diploma in Pharmacy for 4-years and 2-years. The entrance exam for state universities is through the GPAT or PGECET entrance exam. It has the best infrastructure with various facilities like Laboratories, Hostel, Classrooms, GYM, Library, Internet and Sports.
The Goa education system offers a wide scope for students to pursue Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Certification and Doctorate course in all the streams including Commerce, Arts and Science. Goa Institute of Management is a well-known B-School Goa, has secured 48th position in the NIRF Ranking 2020. It is affiliated with Goa University. The popular institute offers 2-yeat Post Graduate Diploma in Management course in eight specialisations. Besides this, it offers two other programmes including executive and fellowship programmes in Management.
This autonomous business school is accredited by AICTE and NBA. Admission into this college by students is done through some entrance examinations such as XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ CMAT. The college also has the best placement records in India and abroad as well.
National Institute of Technology Goa, is a prestigious autonomous technical institute, manage under the Ministry of Human Resource Development of the Government of India. It is one of the leading institutes that declare as a National Importance Institute. In 2020, it has been ranked 77th among the 100 Best Engineering Institutes in India in NIRF rankings. The state government ensures good quality of education to every student in their various institutes. The institute offers admission in B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD in numerous specializations. The state government commits to providing the best education along with various extra-curricular activities.