The Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for the Children of Parents/Guardians Engaged in Unclean and Hazardous Occupations 2025 is a centrally sponsored initiative implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa. This scheme aims to provide critical financial assistance to children whose parents work in disadvantaged, hazardous, or unclean occupations, helping reduce dropout rates, boost participation in school, and improve students’ chances of progressing to higher education.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Launched by: Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa
• Target Group: Children of parents in unclean and hazardous occupations
• Classes Covered: Class I to X
• Financial Assistance: ₹3,500/year (Day Scholar), ₹8,000/year (Hosteller), plus 10% extra for Divyang students
• Application Mode: Online via Goa CM Scholarship Portal
Benefits
• Day Scholar: ₹3,500 per annum
• Hosteller (Class III–X): ₹8,000 per annum
• Divyang (Disabled) Students: Additional 10% allowance on top of the above amounts
This financial aid covers academic expenses and encourages children from marginalized families to stay in school and excel.
Eligibility Criteria
• The applicant must be a student studying in Class I–X on a full-time basis
• Must be a resident of Goa
• Parents/guardians must be engaged in any of the following:
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Manual scavenging (as per Manual Scavengers Act, 2013)
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Tanning and flaying
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Waste picking
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Hazardous cleaning (as defined in the Act)
• No family income ceiling applies
• Cannot simultaneously hold another educational scholarship for Class I–X
Application Process
Online Application Steps
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Register as a student (one-time registration)
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Login with the User ID and password received via SMS
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Select the eligible scheme (the system auto-suggests based on profile)
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Upload required documents
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Submit the application to the school/institution
Documents Required
• Aadhaar card (copy)
• Passport-size photographs
• Certificate from the employer or authorized officer (certifying parent’s occupation)
• Attested copy of bank passbook
• Copy of latest marksheet
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective is to provide financial assistance to children of disadvantaged parents engaged in unclean and hazardous occupations, to improve their participation in education and reduce drop-out rates, especially from primary to secondary levels. - Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Students studying in Classes I to X whose parents/guardians are involved in specified unclean or hazardous occupations are eligible, regardless of caste or religion. - Which occupations are considered “unclean and hazardous” under this scheme?
The eligible occupations include:
Manual scavengers (as per Manual Scavengers Act, 2013)Tanners and flayersWaste pickersPersons engaged in hazardous cleaning (as defined in the Act) - What is the duration of financial assistance under the scheme?
The scholarship is provided annually as long as the student remains eligible and continues their studies from Class I to X. - Is there any income ceiling for eligibility?
No, there is no family income ceiling under this scheme. - Are students from all religions and castes eligible?
Yes, eligibility is based on occupation, not on caste or religion. - What is the scholarship amount for day scholars?
Day scholars receive a consolidated academic allowance of ₹3,500 per annum. - What is the scholarship amount for hostellers?
Hostellers studying in Classes III to X receive ₹8,000 per annum. - Are students of Class I and II eligible for hostel scholarship?
No, hostel scholarship is applicable only from Class III to X. - Do Divyang (disabled) students get any additional benefit?
Yes, Divyang students get a 10% extra allowance over and above the standard academic allowance. - How is disability defined under this scheme?
Disability is defined as per the Right of Persons with Disability Act, 2016. A certificate issued by a designated certifying authority is required. - Can a student receive this scholarship along with another scholarship for the same education level?
No, a student cannot receive this scholarship along with any other educational scholarship for Classes I to X. They must choose only one. - Is there any preference for girls or SC/ST students?
No specific preference is mentioned; the scheme is occupation-based and applies to all students from the eligible categories.