Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for SC Students

Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for SC Students gives extra financial support to Scheduled Caste students in Goa for food, travel and disability-related expenses, on top of the central Post Matric Scholarship. Applications for the 2026-27 academic year are open on the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, and the portal will stay open for students till November 30, 2026.

The scheme is run by the Directorate of Social Welfare under the Government of Goa. Since the maintenance allowance given under the central Post Matric Scholarship is often not enough to cover daily costs, this state scheme fills that gap with a fixed monthly allowance.

Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for SC Students - Introduction

Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for SC Students acts as a support system for Scheduled Caste students studying in Goa. It gives a monthly allowance so that food and travel costs do not stop studies. Students with disability also get an extra allowance because the disability grant under the Post Matric Scholarship is not enough to meet their needs.

All applications are made online through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal. The Directorate of Social Welfare opened the portal for the 2026-27 academic year on June 6, 2026. Students can apply till November 30, 2026, and institutions must verify and forward applications by December 5, 2026. Aadhaar seeding in the bank account is required for the scholarship amount to be released.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme provides extra monthly financial help so that studies are not held back by money problems. The allowance is paid for ten months of the academic year.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, a student should meet the following simple criteria:

• The student should be currently enrolled in a recognized educational institution in Goa.
• The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste community.
• The student should have received or be eligible for the Centrally Sponsored Post Matric Scholarship for the current academic year.

Application Process

Applying online is easy and makes sure the application is processed without delay. The portal for the 2026-27 academic year is open from June 6, 2026.

STEP 1 - Visit the official portal. Click on the Register button, choose the Student Registration option, and enter personal details including the Aadhaar number and contact information. Create a secure password and finish the registration.

STEP 2 - Log in to the account after registration. A list of eligible schemes will appear on the dashboard. Select Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for SC Students.

STEP 3 - Fill in the application form accurately and upload all required documents in digital format. Each document should not exceed 200 kb. Submit the form for verification.

STEP 4 - After submission, the school or college verifies the details and forwards them to the directorate. If there are errors, the application may be returned for correction. Monitor the application status using the track application feature with the Aadhaar number and date of birth. Institutions must submit verified applications to the department by December 5, 2026.

Documents

Before starting the online application, keep the following required documents ready:

• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate (valid for 3 years from the date of issue)
• Income Certificate (valid for 3 years from the date of issue)
• Attested copies of Mark Sheet
• Receipt of Fees Paid
• Student Bank Account Details (Aadhaar seeded)
• Hostel Certificate (only for hostel residents)
• Recent Passport Size Photos

References

More details and official resources are available at these links:

• Official Scheme Guidelines
• Helpful User Manual
• Official Application Notification 2026-27
• Scholarship Schemes Application PDF

FAQ's

Are students in private institutions eligible for this scheme?

Yes, as long as the institution is recognized, a student is eligible to apply.

What if my application has errors?

The institution may send the application back. Make the required corrections and resubmit it before the deadline.

How can I track my status?

Use the track application section on the portal by entering the Aadhaar number and date of birth.

Are my documents still valid?

Caste and income certificates are valid for 3 years from the date of issue. Make sure the certificate is within this period.

Can I get both the hostel and disability allowance?

Yes, if a student qualifies under both categories, both benefits can be received at the same time.