Sarkari Yojana

Antya Sanskar Sahay Yojana

Goa
Quick Summary: Goa's Department of Tribal Welfare reimburses Scheduled Tribe families with income up to ₹3,00,000 the cost of funeral and religious rites, up to ₹20,000/- or the actual cost, whichever is lower.

About Antya Sanskar Sahay Yojana

Through the “Antya Sanskar Sahay Yojana”, the Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa, gives grants to Scheduled Tribe (ST) families to carry out funeral and religious rites. The assistance is capped at ₹ 20,000/- or the actual expense, whichever amount is lower, and either the deceased or the applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe Family.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Antya Sanskar Sahay Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Either the deceased or the applicant has to…

Either the deceased or the applicant has to belong to a Scheduled Tribe Family.

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Yearly family income of the deceased or the…

Yearly family income of the deceased or the applicant must be no more than ₹ 3,00,000. Special Case Where the deceased was from a Scheduled Tribe but the applicant is not, the applicant must prove a first-degree relationship with the deceased. Claims may be lodged within 12 months of the death in the family of kin.

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

Benefits Provided

Antya Sanskar Sahay Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Assistance is paid up to ₹ 20,000/- or…

Assistance is paid up to ₹ 20,000/- or the actual expenditure, whichever is lower.

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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Caste Certificate from the Competent Authority

Caste Certificate from the Competent Authority.

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Death Certificate of the deceased, or a Death…

Death Certificate of the deceased, or a Death & Burial Certificate for Christian Scheduled Tribe Families.

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Income Certificate from the Competent Authority

Income Certificate from the Competent Authority.

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The family's Ration Card

The family's Ration Card.

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Election/Voter Card

Election/Voter Card.

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Proof of Relationship With the Deceased (such as…

Proof of Relationship With the Deceased (such as a Birth Certificate or Marriage Certificate).

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The applicant's Aadhar Card

The applicant's Aadhar Card.

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Receipts and vouchers for the expenses

Receipts and vouchers for the expenses.

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Passbook of the bank account

Passbook of the bank account.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Antya Sanskar Sahay Yojana through the offline application process outlined below.

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Visit the Department of Tribal Welfare, Govt

Visit the Department of Tribal Welfare, Govt. of Goa, Shram Shakti Bhavan, 5th Floor, Patto, Panaji-Goa, - 403 001.

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Print the application proforma or ask the authority…

Print the application proforma or ask the authority for a printed copy.

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Complete every compulsory field, paste a passport-sized photograph…

Complete every compulsory field, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across) and enclose copies of all required documents (self-attested if needed).

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Submit the completed, signed form with the documents…

Submit the completed, signed form with the documents to the authority concerned.

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