Merit Based Award and Recognition Of High Performance In The Board Exams Of SSC And HSSC In The State Of Goa

Key facts

Benefit	₹20,000 for top five rank holders
Who	Scheduled Tribe students in Goa
Income limit	₹5 lakh
Implemented by	Department of Tribal Welfare, Goa
Official portal	goascholarship.gov.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Beneficiaries can receive a one-time financial award of ₹20,000 for top rank holders and varying amounts for other merit-based performances, ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹15,000 based on their scores.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹5,00,000/year
For: student
Category: ST
Resident of Goa
poor household

Applicants must be Scheduled Tribe students from Goa who have passed Class 10th or 12th with at least 50% marks. The family's annual income should not exceed ₹5,00,000, and applicants must come from economically disadvantaged households.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the Goa Scholarship Portal.

Visit the Official Website of the Goa Scholarship Portal.
Register by providing your Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, and other details.
Sign in using the credentials sent to your Email ID or Mobile Number.
Locate the Online Application Form for the Merit Based Award.
Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
Click the 'Submit' button to complete your application.
Note the Application Reference ID displayed after submission for future reference.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Copy of Caste Certificate Issued by Competent Authority.
Copy of Income Certificate Issued by Competent Authority.
Copy of Mark Sheet.
Receipt of Fees Paid.
Copy of Bank Pass Book.
Copy of Aadhar Card Along With Consent Form.

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not submitted	Ensure all mandatory fields are filled and documents are uploaded in the correct format before clicking 'Submit'.
No confirmation received after application	Check your registered email and mobile for the Application Reference ID. If not received, verify your submission status on the portal.

Frequently asked questions

What is the process for receiving the financial award?

Top rank holders are recognized during a public function where they receive a certificate of appreciation and a financial award of ₹20,000.

How often is the scheme evaluated?

The scheme is evaluated every two years to assess its effectiveness and make necessary modifications.

What are the award amounts for different score ranges?

Awards range from ₹5,000 for scores between 50% to 59.99% to ₹15,000 for scores of 75% and above.

Who oversees the implementation of this scheme?

The scheme is managed by the Department of Tribal Welfare, with a monitoring committee ensuring its proper execution.

Can students from Scheduled Castes apply for this scheme?

No, this scheme is specifically for Scheduled Tribe students only.

What documents are required for the application?

Required documents include a caste certificate, income certificate, mark sheet, fee receipt, bank passbook, and Aadhar card with consent form.

Key terms explained

SC / ST / OBC: Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.