Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana

Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana is a state government scheme in Goa that provides financial support to meritorious Scheduled Tribe students for coaching fees. The scheme helps ST students prepare for NEET and JEE through offline coaching, enabling them to pursue professional undergraduate courses.

The Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa, amended the scheme on 2 July 2026. The updated notification is available on the official Tribal Welfare website. The scheme continues to offer reimbursement of coaching fees for NEET and JEE preparation at registered offline coaching institutes.

Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana - Introduction

Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana is a scheme launched by the Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa. The scheme helps talented tribal students by providing money help for coaching fees needed for competitive entrance exams. By offering this support, the government encourages students to prepare for NEET and JEE at reputed offline coaching centers, reducing the gap for those who wish to pursue professional undergraduate degrees in or outside Goa.

The scheme is a state-level initiative for individual beneficiaries. It covers coaching fees for NEET and JEE preparation through offline coaching programs only. The payment is made through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the student's bank account in two equal installments over two years.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme provides significant financial relief to students preparing for competitive exams through the following structure:

Important Disbursement Details:

You will receive these benefits over a duration of two years. The funds reach your bank account directly through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system in two equal installments. For example, if Ramesh, a student from Goa, enrolls in a JEE course, he receives his first installment during class XI and the second after submitting his class XI passing marksheet in class XII.

Note on Coaching Fees: If the total fee exceeds the admissible amount covered by the scheme, you should arrange for the remaining balance yourself. Always maintain at least 90% attendance in your coaching classes, as failing to do so or leaving the course midway may lead to legal recovery of the disbursed funds.

Eligibility

To qualify for Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana, you should meet the following criteria:

1. You must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community of Goa.
2. You should have scored at least 65% in your Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE).
3. You must be a regular student in a Higher Secondary School recognized by the Goa Board or Central Board.
4. You should apply while studying in the XIth standard.
5. The coaching institute must be a registered legal body under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, or the Companies Act, 2014.
6. You should not be receiving financial support for coaching from any other state or central government scheme.

Selection Process: The department prepares a merit list based on your SSCE marks. In the event of a tie, subject-specific marks (Science followed by Mathematics for NEET; Mathematics followed by Science for JEE) determine the ranking. If scores remain identical, your English marks act as the tie-breaker.

Exclusions

Please note that online coaching programs are not supported under this scheme. Furthermore, if you fail to pass the XIth standard, you become ineligible for further benefits under the program.

Application Process

STEP 1 - Download the application form from the official portal or visit the Office of the Director, Tribal Welfare in Panaji or the Deputy Director, Tribal Welfare in Margao.

STEP 2 - Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form and attach copies of all required self-attested documents.

STEP 3 - Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the copies of the required documents to the designated Tribal Welfare office.

Once the department scrutinizes your application, they will inform you of the approval. For the second year of support, you must submit your class XI passing certificate and official attendance records to continue availing the benefit.

Documents

Please keep the following documents ready for your application:

• Passport-sized photograph.
• Caste certificate and Aadhaar card.
• Bank mandate form and a copy of your bank passbook.
• XIth standard passing marksheet (for the second installment).
• Identity card issued by your educational institution.
• Copy of the coaching institute's registration certificate.
• Fee structure provided by the coaching center.
• Income certificate of your family.
• SSCE marksheet.

References

Read the official scheme guidelines here.

View the July 2026 amended scheme notification (PDF).

Notification of Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana Form.

Download Bhagwan Birsa Munda Lakshya Siddhi Yojana Annexure A and Annexure B forms.

FAQ's

Must the coaching center be registered to qualify for the scheme?

Yes, your chosen coaching institute must be a registered organization under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, or the Companies Act, 2014.

What is the maximum financial benefit I can receive?

You can claim up to ₹3,00,000 for your two-year coaching course, regardless of whether you are preparing for NEET or JEE.

What attendance record do I need to maintain?

You should maintain at least 90% attendance in your classes. Being absent for more than 15 days without a valid reason may trigger a recovery of funds.

Are my previous exam marks important for eligibility?

Yes, you must have achieved at least 65% in your Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) to be eligible.

Can I apply if I use other government scholarships?

No, you should not be availing benefits from any other state or central government scheme to qualify for this program.

Is online coaching covered under this scheme?

No, the scheme only funds offline coaching programs.