Sarkari Yojana

Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students

Goa
Quick Summary: Goa rewards Dhangar students for SSC and HSSC results, giving ₹20,000 to the top 5 rank holders in each exam or stream and ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 merit awards to students from families earning under ₹2,00,000/-.

About Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students

The Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa, offers the “Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students” to motivate economically weak, high-performing students through merit-based awards and financial incentives. Dhangar students receive scholarships of ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 depending on how they perform in the SSC and HSSC board examinations. Applications are taken online, and the scheme is run through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

For Rank Holders Category

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Only students of the Dhangar community can apply

Only students of the Dhangar community can apply.

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The student has to be one of the…

The student has to be one of the top 5 rank holders in the SSC or HSSC examination concerned.

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No income ceiling applies in this category

No income ceiling applies in this category. For Merit-based Awards

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Applicants must be from the Dhangar community

Applicants must be from the Dhangar community.

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Family income in a year has to be…

Family income in a year has to be below ₹2,00,000/-.

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The student must reach the minimum qualifying percentage…

The student must reach the minimum qualifying percentage set in the benefit slabs.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Financial Award

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In SSC, each of the First 5 Rank…

In SSC, each of the First 5 Rank Holders gets ₹20,000

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The First 5 Rank Holders of HSSC (Science…

The First 5 Rank Holders of HSSC (Science Stream) receive ₹20,000/- each

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In HSSC (Commerce Stream), the First 5 Rank…

In HSSC (Commerce Stream), the First 5 Rank Holders are given ₹20,000/- each

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Each of the First 5 Rank Holders in…

Each of the First 5 Rank Holders in HSSC (Arts Stream) gets ₹20,000/-

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The First 5 Rank Holders of HSSC (Vocational…

The First 5 Rank Holders of HSSC (Vocational Stream) are awarded ₹20,000/- each

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A Certificate of Appreciation is presented

A Certificate of Appreciation is presented

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Winners are felicitated at a public ceremony Mode…

Winners are felicitated at a public ceremony Mode of Disbursement Financial Award money is paid by Electronic Bank Transfer. Merit-based Awards

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Students scoring 50% to 59.99% receive ₹5,000/-

Students scoring 50% to 59.99% receive ₹5,000/-

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A score of 60% to 69.99% brings ₹8,000/-

A score of 60% to 69.99% brings ₹8,000/-

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Those with 70% to 74.9% are given ₹10,000/-

Those with 70% to 74.9% are given ₹10,000/-

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75% and above earns ₹15,000/-

75% and above earns ₹15,000/-

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Student's Aadhaar Card

Student's Aadhaar Card

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Attested Social Status Certificate

Attested Social Status Certificate

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Certificate of income

Certificate of income

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Attested certificates of educational qualification

Attested certificates of educational qualification

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Certificate of residence

Certificate of residence

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The student's bank account details

The student's bank account details

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Birth certificate or proof of Goan origin

Birth certificate or proof of Goan origin

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A photograph of passport size

A photograph of passport size

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students through the online application process outlined below.

For Registration

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Go to the Official Website of the Chief…

Go to the Official Website of the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

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Select "Register" at the top right of the…

Select "Register" at the top right of the landing page, which opens the registration page.

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Under the "Student Registration" section of that page,…

Under the "Student Registration" section of that page, select "Click Here". The Student Registration Form asks for these details: Student's Name, Gender, Category, Date of Birth (DD-MM-YYYY), Aadhaar Number, House Number, Waddo/Street, Village Panchayat/Municipality, District, Taluka, Assembly/Constituency, City/Town/Village, PIN Code, Mobile Number, Email ID.

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Set a password of 8 to 15 characters…

Set a password of 8 to 15 characters and type it again to confirm.

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Select "Register" and answer "Yes" in the Confirmation…

Select "Register" and answer "Yes" in the Confirmation Popup. For Application

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After registering, return to the Official Website of…

After registering, return to the Official Website of the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

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Select "Login" at the top right of the…

Select "Login" at the top right of the landing page.

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Type your username, password and captcha code on…

Type your username, password and captcha code on the login page and select "Login".

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The schemes you are eligible for are listed…

The schemes you are eligible for are listed after login; select the one you want to apply for.

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From the "Apply" section in the side navigation…

From the "Apply" section in the side navigation bar, choose "Fresh Application".

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Complete all mandatory fields of the form, upload…

Complete all mandatory fields of the form, upload the required documents in the stated format and size, and select "Submit". Post Application Process 1. Once the application is submitted, your school/institution verifies it and forwards it to the directorate for further checks. 2. If something is wrong in the form or the uploaded documents, the school/institution can return the application to the student for correction and resubmission. Track Your Application

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Select "Track Application" in the side navigation bar

Select "Track Application" in the side navigation bar.

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Type your Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth…

Type your Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth on the following page and select "Submit". Contact Us https://cmscholarship.goa.gov.in/fcontactus.aspx

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References