The Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) continues to open doors for young Filipinos who dream of pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Through its Undergraduate Scholarship Program, DOST-SEI provides financial assistance to deserving students, allowing them to focus on their studies and contribute to the country’s scientific and technological advancement. This program remains one of the most prestigious and competitive scholarships in the Philippines, offering full tuition, book allowances, monthly stipends, and other academic benefits.
With the rise of digital platforms, the E-Scholarship System now makes applying for the DOST-SEI Scholarship faster and more convenient. Applicants can complete the entire process online—from registration and form submission to document uploads—through the official DOST-SEI E-Scholarship portal. In this guide, you’ll find a clear and updated walkthrough of each step to help you successfully submit your application and increase your chances of becoming one of the next DOST scholars. Nevertheless, you might also interested in other scholarship opportunity perfect to you need.
Steps of E-Scholarship Application for 2023 DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarships
You are now ready to access the DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarships E-Application System once you have completed, scanned, or photographed all the required documents and reviewed the necessary details. Make sure to spell all names and words accurately and provide complete information when filling out the form. Make sure your internet connection is reliable.
- Registration
Register using a valid e-mail address in the official portal of E-Scholarship Application System or click here. An email will be sent to you for verification.
- Complete the Online Form
If you are eligible to apply for the scholarship, proceed to the next modules: Personal Data, Contact Information, Family Data, Financial Contribution, Household Information Questionnaire, School and Grades, and Upload Documents. The system accepts .jpeg, .png, .bmp, and .pdf file types, with a maximum of 5MB per upload.
For example, if your Form 137 has three pages, upload all three files at once by clicking Upload File and selecting all pages. A preview will appear to help you verify your uploads. Once confirmed, click Upload. If you uploaded the wrong or incomplete files, simply repeat the process — the new upload will replace the previous one - Select Testing Location for Qualifying Exam
Only the successful applicants will be able to select their test center location preference; whether it is near the permanent address, current address, or school address. This preference will be the basis on the location where you will be assigned to take the qualifying examination. You can no longer make changes in your test center location preference once submitted, so it is important that you really take into consideration your possible whereabouts on the date of the examination.
- Prepare for DOST Scholarship Exam
You should prepare for the DOST Scholarship Exam on November 21–22, 2025, as it is one of the hardest qualifying exams to date.
Documents needed to prepare before filing in E-Scholarship
- Form C – Certificate of Good Moral Character
- Form D – Certification of Good Health
- Form E1/E2/E3/E4/E5 – Principal’s Certification
- Form F – Certificate of Residency
- Form G – Parent’s Certification
- Form H – DOST-SEI Scholarship Examination/Award
- Form I – Applicant’s Certification of No Post-Secondary Units
- Form J – Signed Declaration of Applicant and the Parent/Legal Guardian
Other Important Things to Remember
You need a valid email address to log in to your application account and receive notifications about your application status, updates, and results.
Yes, but make sure your email has not been compromised in any data breach. You can verify it through online security checkers. For your safety, use an email with two-step verification enabled.
Losing access may prevent you from receiving important updates about your application. Always secure your email account and avoid changing it during the application process.
A working mobile number allows DOST-SEI to contact you quickly if needed regarding your application. Make sure your number is active and reachable.
Your Application ID is a unique identifier assigned to you upon registration. Together with your personal details, it serves as your login credential to the DOST-SEI E-Application System. Keep it confidential and do not share it with anyone.
No. Creating multiple accounts can cause delays in accessing or processing your application form. Use only one official account for your entire application process.