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Grant of Stipends to the Physically Handicapped Students, Goa 2025

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Eligibility

Students of class 1-12

Region

Award

Up to ₹300 per month

Deadline

Closed

About The Program

The Grant of Stipends to the Physically Handicapped Students, Goa 2025 is an opportunity offered by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Goa, to physically handicapped students in classes 1 to 12. It aims to provide financial assistance to the parents of children who are otherwise unable to send them to school due to economic reasons. Selected candidates will receive up to ₹300 per month.

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

  • be a physically handicapped, bonafide resident of Goa
  • be a regular student in a recognised school
  • not residing or receiving maintenance in any institutions funded by the Government or local bodies
  • not be receiving any funding from other sources
  • have an annual family income not exceeding ₹1,50,000

Note:-

  • If a family has more than one child with disabilities, all of these children will be eligible for a stipend under these rules, as long as the other conditions outlined in these rules are met.
  • Repeaters are not eligible for the stipend; however, a failure can be overlooked at the discretion of the Director.
Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:-

  • Class 1 to 8: ₹200 per month
  • Class 9 to 12: ₹300 per month

Note:- The stipends at the above rates will be provided from the full academic year (11 months) in two instalments. The first instalment is provided in September and the second in January.

Documents
  • Aadhar card
  • Caste certificate (valid for 3 years from the date of issue)
  • Income Certificate (valid for 3 years from the date of issue)
  • Marksheet certificate
  • Fee receipt
  • Bank account details
How can you apply?

Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1:
Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Click on ‘Register’ at the top of the page.
Step 4: Under the ‘Student Registration’ tab, click the first ‘Click here’ text for registration.
Step 5: Fill in the required fields and click ‘Register’.
Step 6: Confirm the entered data, click ‘Login’ at the top of the page, and enter valid credentials.
Step 7: After logging in, verify the details and make changes if necessary.
Step 8: Follow the instructions to complete and submit the application.

Important Dates

Application Start: 18 August 2025
Application Deadline: 15 November 2025

Selection Criteria

Candidates will be selected based on merit and fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.

Contact Details

Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
Building ‘B’ New Market Complex
3rd Floor, Prvorim
Goa - 403501
Email ID: depwd@goa.gov.in
Source: https://depwd.gov.in/

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FAQ's

Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer:
This opportunity is offered by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Goa.

Question: Can all school students apply?
Answer:
Yes, the opportunity is available from class 1 through 12.

Question: Are there extra benefits for disabled students?
Answer:
All candidates will receive equal benefits.

Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer:
The application is online through the official website.

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