Government Scholarship · UG / PG

Goa Dayanand Social Security Scheme (Students)

Q: Who is eligible?

Differently abled bonafide Goa residents studying from 9th std with 45% marks and family income < Rs.1.5L[1]

Q: How to apply?

Through Head of Institution to DSW[1]

Q: Amounts?

Varies by course level from Rs.500 to 900 pm[1]

Govt. of Goa · Goa

Annual Award₹24k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Goa Dayanand Social Security Scheme (Students)
Provided By	Govt. of Goa
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

The Dayanand Social Security Scheme (Students) by Government of Goa aims to improve the educational status of disabled children by providing monthly financial assistance to differently abled students from Std. IX onwards.[1]

Benefits & Financial Support

₹24k+

Monthly financial support of ₹2,000 (total ₹24,000 per annum) disbursed directly via DBT.

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Monthly scholarship:Rs.500/- for Std IX-XII, Rs.650/- for UG, Rs.900/- for PG/Professional
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Supports regular students in recognized institutions[1]

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	UG / PG
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	General
Domicile State	Goa

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓1. Disability Certificate issued by Medical Board
✓2. Income Certificate (not exceeding Rs.1,50,000/- P.A.)
✓3. Identity Card issued by DSW
✓4. Statement of Marks of previous annual exam attested by Gazetted Officer
✓5. Recommendation by Head of Institution[1]

Selection Process

Verification of eligibility criteria including residency, income, minimum marks (45%), disability certificate, and institutional recommendation[1]

Renewal Policy

Annual submission likely required with marks and life/income certificates similar to general DSSS[2]

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Obtain recommendation from Head of Institution.
2
Prepare prescribed application format.
3
Attach required documents
Disability cert, income cert, marksheet, ID, recommendation.
4
Submit to Directorate of Social Welfare.[1

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible?

Differently abled bonafide Goa residents studying from 9th std with 45% marks and family income < Rs.1.5L[1]

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