🏆 Merit-Based Award for ST Students of Goa – Rewarding Your Hard Work in School or HSSC !
💬 “If you’ve worked hard in school, this is the government’s way of saying — we see you, we value you.”
The Merit-Based Award for ST Students is a recognition-based cash award by the Goa Government to support Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who perform well in Class 10 and 12.
🌟 What Is the Merit-Based Award?
This award is part of Goa’s efforts to motivate ST students and celebrate academic achievement.
It’s a one-time cash reward for scoring 50% or more marks in either:
- Class 10 (SSC)
- Class 12 (HSSC)
Run by the Tribal Welfare Department through the CM Scholarship Portal, this award is open to all eligible ST students from Goa — whether you’re studying in a government or private school.
🎁 How Much Money Can You Get?
According to the official CM Scholarship Portal, this is the award breakdown based on your percentage:
| 📚 Marks Scored (SSC/HSSC) | 💵 Cash Award |
| 50% – 59.99% | ₹5,000 |
| 60% – 69.99% | ₹8,000 |
| 70% – 74.99% | ₹10,000 |
| 75% and above | ₹15,000 |
✨ And if you’re one of the Top 5 Rankers in your stream, you’ll receive an additional ₹20,000 as recognition!
💡 The award is directly credited to your bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
This scheme is not just for toppers — it’s meant to recognize every sincere ST student who pushes above 50%, even if you didn’t top your class. It’s a boost of confidence and funds just when you’re preparing for the next big step in your education.
✅ Who Can Apply?
You’re eligible if:
- ✅ You belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community
- ✅ You are a permanent resident of Goa
- ✅ You’ve passed either Class 10 or 12 from a recognized board
- ✅ You’ve scored 50% or more marks
- ✅ Your family income is ₹5 lakh/year or less
📌 Students from Goa Board, CBSE, and other recognized national boards are all eligible.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit 👉 CM Scholarship Portal Goa
- Register your account and log in
- Choose: 🎯 “Merit-Based Award for ST Students”
- Fill in your academic details
- Upload required documents (listed below)
- Submit and save your reference ID
🧾 You can apply from your phone or go to a nearby digital seva centre if needed.
📂 Documents You’ll Need
- Aadhaar Card
- ST Caste Certificate
- Domicile Certificate (Goa)
- Bonafide Certificate
- SSC or HSSC marksheet
- Family Income Certificate (< ₹5 lakh/year)
- Student’s bank passbook (1st page)
- Passport-size photo
🖼️ Make sure your files are clear, below 200 KB, and in JPG/PDF format.
⏳ Important Dates
| 🗓️ Activity | 📌 Tentative Timeline |
| Application Starts |
15th June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply |
15th October 2025 |
| Disbursement Begins |
November 2025 Onwards |
🔔 Always cross-check dates on the official CM Scholarship Portal.
💬 Real Help, When You Need It Most
Each year, many ST students miss out on this award — not because they didn’t qualify, but because they made small errors in the application or didn’t apply in time.
That’s exactly why ScholarSetu.in is here:
✅ We help students like you apply correctly
✅ Even if you don’t have a computer or scanner
✅ Even if you’ve never filled a form before
✅ Even if you just want to apply through WhatsApp
🎯 Our team makes it easy, clear, and fast — so you don’t lose your reward.
🙋 FAQs – Your Questions Answered
Q: I scored 58% in Class 12 — can I apply?
✔️ Yes! You qualify for the ₹5,000 category.
Q: Can I apply for this and other scholarships like GBSY?
✔️ Absolutely. This is a reward, not a fee-based scholarship.
Q: Is it available for CBSE or ICSE board students?
✔️ Yes, as long as your board is recognized.
Q: Do I need to apply each year?
❌ No. This is a one-time award based on the year you pass Class 10 or 12.
❤️ Final Words
Every student deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated.
If you’ve scored 50% or more in SSC or HSSC — this award is for you.
Don’t hesitate. Don’t let paperwork or lack of guidance stop you.
🎓 Your success deserves recognition — and ScholarSetu is here to make sure you receive it.
🟢 Let us help you apply smoothly — even through WhatsApp.
📱 Reach out today and take one step closer to your reward.
✅ ScholarSetu.in — Trusted Help for Goa’s ST Students