What you get
Financial Award | - First 5 Rank Holders from SSC: ₹20,000 each | - First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Science Stream): ₹20,000/- each | - First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Commerce Stream): ₹20,000/- each | - First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Arts Stream): ₹20,000/- each | - First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Vocational Stream): ₹20,000/- each | - Certificate of Appreciation | - Felicitation in a Public Ceremony | Mode of Disbursement | The amount of Financial Award is disbursed through Electronic Bank Transfer. | Merit-based Awards | - Marks between 50% to 59.99%: ₹5,000/- | - Marks between 60% to 69.99%: ₹8,000/- | - Marks between 70% to 74.9%: ₹10,000/- | - Marks 75% and above: ₹15,000/-
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What are the different award amounts for rank holders in SSC and HSSC examinations?
The top 5 rank holders in SSC and each stream of HSSC (Science, Commerce, Arts, and Vocational) receive [?]20,000 each.
What is the income limit for merit-based award applicants?
The annual family income should be less than [?]2,00,000 for merit-based award applicants.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed to students?
The financial award is disbursed through Electronic Bank Transfer to the student's bank account.
What is the minimum percentage required to be eligible for a merit-based award?
Students must score a minimum of 50% to be eligible for the merit-based awards.
Which documents are required to prove Dhangar community status?
An attested Social Status Certificate is required to prove belonging to the Dhangar community.
What documents are needed to prove Goan origin?
Either a Birth Certificate showing birth in Goa or a proof of Goan origin along with a Residence Certificate is required.
How many rank holder awards are given in total across all categories?
A total of 25 rank holder awards are given - 5 each for SSC and 4 streams of HSSC (Science, Commerce, Arts, Vocational).
Is the passport size photograph needed in physical form or digital format?
A digital format passport size photograph needs to be uploaded during the online application process.
Is the income certificate mandatory for rank holder category applicants?
No, income certificate is only mandatory for merit-based award applicants, not for rank holders.
What happens if a student gets 74.95% - is it rounded up to 75% for the higher award category?
No, there is no rounding up of percentages. The student would fall in the 70-74.9% category receiving [?]10,000.
Do students need to submit attested copies of all mark sheets or just the final board exam results?
Only the final board examination (SSC/HSSC) mark sheets need to be submitted with attestation.
What happens if the bank account is not Aadhaar-linked at the time of disbursement?
The scholarship disbursement may fail. Students should ensure their bank account is Aadhaar-linked before applying.
Is there an age limit for applying to this scholarship scheme?
The scheme doesn't specify any age restrictions for applicants.
Are students from central boards (CBSE/ICSE) eligible for this scholarship?
Yes, students from all recognized boards are eligible, provided they meet other criteria.
Is there any reservation within the top 5 ranks for different groups?
No, the top 5 ranks are purely merit-based without any sub-reservations.