Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students

The Merit-Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students 2025 is an initiative by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa to encourage academic excellence among students of the Dhangar community. This scheme offers merit-based financial awards and certificates to students who excel in SSC and HSSC board exams, with scholarships ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000. The scheme is administered through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, and applications are accepted online only.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• Launched By: Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa
• Eligible Group: Students from the Dhangar community
• Scholarship Type: Merit-Based (Rank Holder & Performance Slabs)
• Application Mode: Online via Chief Minister Scholarship Portal
• Academic Levels Covered: SSC and HSSC (All Streams)
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

Benefits

Rank Holder Awards (SSC & HSSC)

Merit-Based Awards (Based on Percentage)

Additional Perks

• Certificate of Appreciation
• Felicitation at a Public Ceremony

Eligibility Criteria

For Rank Holder Awards

• Must belong to the Dhangar community
• Must be among the top 5 rank holders in SSC or HSSC exams (Science, Commerce, Arts, Vocational streams)
• No income limit

For Merit-Based Awards

• Must belong to the Dhangar community
• Annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000
• Must have scored at least 50% marks in SSC or HSSC exams

Application Process (Online)

Step-by-Step Registration

1. Visit https://cmscholarship.goa.gov.in

2. Click “Register” in the top right corner

3. Select “Student Registration” and fill in details such as:

   • Name, DOB, Aadhaar, Address, Category, Contact Info

4. Create a secure password and click “Register”

Application Submission

1. After registration, login at https://cmscholarship.goa.gov.in

2. Click “Apply for Scheme” → “Fresh Application”

3. Fill in academic and bank details

4. Upload scanned documents

5. Click “Submit” to complete the application

Post-Submission Verification

• School/institution will verify the application
• In case of errors, it may be returned for correction
• Final approval lies with the Directorate of Social Welfare

Track Your Application

1. Go to “Track Application” section

2. Enter Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth

3. Click “Submit” to view the status

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Social Status Certificate (attested)
• Income Certificate (if applying for merit-based category)
• SSC or HSSC Marksheet (attested)
• Residence Certificate
• Bank Account Details (student’s name)
• Birth Certificate / Proof of Goan Origin
• Passport-size Photograph (digital upload)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• 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.

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