Pre Matric Scholarship 2026: ₹325 Monthly Stipend for SC/OBC
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Quick answer
The Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme (Saral Vidya Sahay) supports students in classes 5-8 from SC/OBC in Goa with a monthly stipend of ₹325 and a meritorious scholarship of ₹900/₹1,000 per annum. Eligible students must have a parent/guardian income ≤₹1,20,000 and a bank account. Apply online through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹325 per month for 11 months |
| Ministry / department | Social Welfare Department |
| Level | State Government (Goa) |
| Income limit | ₹1.2 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme (Saral Vidya Sahay) is run by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa. It aims to help parents of Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Classes by providing financial assistance to their wards studying at the pre‑matric level. The scheme offers a monthly stipend and a meritorious scholarship to improve participation, reduce dropout rates and enhance performance, thereby increasing the chances of progressing to post‑matric education. Applications are accepted online via the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal.
Benefits
- ₹325 per month for 11 months (₹3,575 per annum)
- Meritorious scholarship: ₹900 per annum for classes 5-6, ₹1,000 per annum for classes 7-8
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Studying full-time in classes 5-8
- Belongs to Scheduled Caste or Other Backward Class
- Parent/guardian annual income ≤₹1,20,000
- Has a bank account in their name
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (issued by Sub-Divisional Magistrate)
- Income Certificate (issued by Village Panchayat Secretary, attested by Sarpanch and countersigned by Block Development Officer/Municipality or Mamlatdar)
- Previous Class Marksheet/Certificate
- Bank Passbook
- Passport Size Photo
How to apply
- 1Register on the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal
- 2Login with your credentials
- 3Select the Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme
- 4Click "Fresh Application"
- 5Fill all mandatory fields and upload required documents
- 6Submit the application
- 7Track your application using your Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme?+
Students studying full-time in classes 5-8 belonging to Scheduled Caste or Other Backward Class are eligible.
What is the income limit for parents/guardians?+
The annual income of parents/guardians should not exceed ₹1,20,000.
How much will students receive?+
Students receive ₹325 per month for 11 months and a meritorious scholarship of ₹900 per annum for classes 5-6 and ₹1,000 per annum for classes 7-8.
Is a bank account required?+
Yes, a bank account in the student’s name is mandatory for receiving the scholarship.
How to apply for the scholarship?+
Apply online through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal by registering, logging in, selecting the scheme, filling the application, uploading documents, and submitting.
Who issues the income certificate?+
The income certificate is issued by the Village Panchayat Secretary, attested by the Sarpanch and countersigned by the Block Development Officer/Municipality or Mamlatdar.
Can students from private schools apply?+
Yes, students from any recognised school can apply as long as they meet the eligibility criteria.
Can the application be tracked?+
Yes, the application can be tracked on the portal using the Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth.
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