AI SummaryMerit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students, run by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa, gives cash awards from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 to high-performing students of the Dhangar community. The Goa CM Scholarship Portal opened for the 2026-27 academic year on June 6, 2026, and students can apply online till November 30, 2026.
This state scheme rewards students who score well in their SSC and HSSC board examinations. Rank holders get a higher amount along with a certificate and public appreciation. The money is sent directly to the student's bank account, which helps families meet study-related costs without much money pressure.
Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students - Introduction
Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students is a state-level scheme started by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa. Its main aim is to encourage academically strong students from the Dhangar community by giving them merit-based awards and cash support based on their board exam performance. The scheme covers students who appear for the SSC and HSSC examinations of the Goa board and other recognized boards.
For the 2026-27 financial year, the Directorate of Social Welfare is accepting applications through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal of Goa. The portal opened for applications on June 6, 2026, and the last date for students to submit their application is November 30, 2026. Schools, colleges and institutions must verify and resubmit the applications online on or before December 5, 2026.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Goa |
| Category | Social welfare and Empowerment, Education and Learning |
| Target Beneficiaries | Dhangar community students |
| Sub Category | Scholarships and student finance, Financial assistance |
| Benefit Type | Composite |
| Nodal Department | Social Welfare Department, Goa |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | November 30, 2026 |
| Official Website | cmscholarship.goa.gov.in |
Benefits
The scheme gives meaningful cash support to students who do well in their board exams. Rank holders receive ₹20,000 along with a certificate of appreciation and public felicitation. For students who do not make the rank list but still score well, the award slabs are fixed as per the marks obtained.
| Academic Performance | Financial Amount |
|---|---|
| 50% to 59.99% | ₹5,000 |
| 60% to 69.99% | ₹8,000 |
| 70% to 74.9% | ₹10,000 |
| 75% and above | ₹15,000 |
The top 5 rank holders in SSC and in each stream of HSSC (Science, Commerce, Arts and Vocational) are honored with ₹20,000 each. All funds are paid directly to the student's bank account through electronic transfer. For the 2026-27 year, Aadhaar seeding is required for the scholarship amount to be released, so students must link their Aadhaar with their bank account before applying.
Eligibility
Eligibility depends on the category under which a student applies. For the Rank Holder category, the student must belong to the Dhangar community and be among the top 5 students in the board exams (SSC or HSSC). There are no income restrictions for rank holders.
For merit-based awards, the student must belong to the Dhangar community, have an annual family income of less than ₹2,00,000, and score the minimum qualifying percentage given in the benefit slabs. Students from recognized boards such as CBSE or ICSE are also eligible as long as they meet the other conditions. There is no age limit for this scheme.
Application Process
Applications are accepted only in online mode through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal of Goa. The portal opened for the 2026-27 year on June 6, 2026, and the last date for students to apply is November 30, 2026. Students should apply well before the deadline so that their school or college gets time to verify the application.
STEP 1 - Visit the Official CM Scholarship Portal of Goa and click on 'Register' at the top right corner. Select 'Click Here' under the Student Registration section.
STEP 2 - Enter personal details such as the Aadhaar number, address and contact information, set a secure password, and complete the registration.
STEP 3 - Login with the credentials created during registration and browse the list of available schemes. Select Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students and click on 'Fresh Application' in the side menu.
STEP 4 - Fill in all the required fields and upload clear digital copies of the documents made from the original certificates. Photocopies are not accepted for the 2026-27 year, so upload scans taken from the originals only.
STEP 5 - Submit the application and save the acknowledgement or application number. After submission, the school or college verifies the details online. If any correction is needed, the form is sent back for fixing and resubmission. The application status can be tracked through the 'Track Application' link on the portal by entering the Aadhaar number and date of birth.
Documents
To complete the application, the following documents should be kept ready. Each document must be uploaded as a clear copy taken from the original, since photocopies are not accepted.
- Aadhaar Card - A copy of the Aadhaar card is required, and Aadhaar seeding with the bank account is mandatory for payment.
- Social Status Certificate - An attested copy of the caste or social status certificate proves Dhangar community status.
- Income Certificate - Needed for the merit-based awards category to show that the annual family income is below ₹2,00,000.
- Educational Qualification Certificates - Attested copies of the final board examination (SSC or HSSC) mark sheets.
- Residence Certificate and Birth Certificate - A residence certificate along with a birth certificate or proof of Goan origin.
- Bank Account Details - A copy of the bank account details linked with Aadhaar.
- Passport Size Photograph - A recent digital passport size photograph for the online form.
References
Scheme Guidelines | User Manual | Official Scholarship Application Notice 2026-27 | Scholarship Schemes Application PDF
FAQ's
What are the award amounts for SSC and HSSC rank holders?
The top 5 rank holders in SSC and in each HSSC stream (Science, Commerce, Arts, Vocational) receive ₹20,000 each.
What is the income limit for merit-based awards?
The annual family income should be less than ₹2,00,000 to qualify for merit-based awards.
What is the last date to apply for 2026-27?
The last date for students to apply online is November 30, 2026. Schools, colleges and institutions must verify and resubmit applications on or before December 5, 2026.
How is the scholarship amount sent to students?
The department sends the funds directly to the verified bank account of the student through electronic transfer. Aadhaar seeding is mandatory for the amount to be released.
What is the minimum percentage required for merit-based awards?
Students must score at least 50% to be eligible for these awards.
How do I prove my Dhangar community status?
An attested Social Status Certificate or caste certificate must be submitted.
Can I upload photocopies of documents?
No. For the 2026-27 year, the official notice states that photocopies will not be accepted. Students must upload clear digital copies made from the original documents.
Are CBSE or ICSE students eligible?
Yes, as long as the board is recognized and the other eligibility criteria are met.
Is there an age limit?
No, there are no age restrictions for this scheme.
Is an income certificate required for rank holders?
No, the income certificate is only needed for those applying under the merit-based awards category, not for rank holders.