Last updated: July 16, 2026
Goa Scholarship 2026-27 applications are open for eligible students under several centrally sponsored and state scholarship schemes. The Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa, has set November 30, 2026 as the last date for students to apply online through the applicable scholarship portal.
Key highlights
- The update covers multiple scholarship schemes for eligible SC, OBC, EBC, DNT and Dhangar students in Goa.
- Centrally sponsored schemes are handled through the National Scholarship Portal.
- Goa state schemes are handled through the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal.
- The student application deadline is November 30, 2026.
- Schools, institutions and colleges have until December 5, 2026 to complete the stated resubmission process.
- Aadhaar seeding is mandatory for scholarship payment.
- Students must upload the documents requested by the portal from originals; the official notice says photocopies will not be accepted.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Government of Goa scholarship notice issued | May 14, 2026 |
| Scholarship application portal opening stated in the notice | June 6, 2026 |
| Last date for students to apply | November 30, 2026 |
| Last date stated for institutions to resubmit applications | December 5, 2026 |
The November 30 deadline is the student-action deadline. Applicants should submit earlier so their school or institution has time to check the application and flag any correction that may be needed.
Who is affected
This update is relevant to students in Goa who meet the eligibility rules of one of the listed centrally sponsored or state schemes. Depending on the scheme, this may include:
- SC students in Classes IX and X or at the post-matric level
- OBC, EBC and DNT students in Classes IX and X or at the post-matric level
- SC and Dhangar students eligible for Goa merit awards or Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana
- SC and OBC students in Classes V to VIII eligible for Saral Vidya Sahay
- Eligible SC students under Kanya Dhan
- Eligible students pursuing Home Nursing courses
Eligibility is scheme-specific. Students should not assume that community status alone is sufficient; check the class, course, income, residence, institution and document conditions displayed for the selected scheme on the official portal.
Scholarship schemes covered by the Goa notice
Centrally sponsored schemes
- Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC students in Classes IX and X and others under Component II
- Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students
- PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT students in Classes IX and X
- PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT students
Goa state schemes listed in the notice
- Merit Based Award for high performance in SSC and HSSC board examinations for the SC community
- Merit Based Award for high performance in SSC and HSSC board examinations for the Dhangar community
- Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for the Dhangar community
- Gagan Bharari Shiksha Yojana for the SC community
- Saral Vidya Sahay for SC students in Classes V to VIII
- Saral Vidya Sahay for OBC students in Classes V to VIII
- Kanya Dhan for SC communities
- Scholarship for students pursuing Home Nursing courses
Required student action
Eligible students should identify the correct scheme, use the applicable official portal, complete the application with accurate information and submit it before November 30, 2026. Applicants should also confirm that Aadhaar is seeded as required for payment and remain available if their school or institution asks for a correction or document clarification.
How to apply for Goa Scholarship 2026-27
- Read the official Government of Goa scholarship notice.
- Identify the scholarship scheme that matches your community, class or course and other eligibility conditions.
- For a centrally sponsored scheme, open the National Scholarship Portal. For a Goa state scheme, open the Goa Chief Minister Scholarship Portal.
- Register or sign in using the details requested by the official portal.
- Select the correct 2026-27 scheme and enter your personal, academic, institution and bank-related details exactly as requested.
- Upload clear digital copies made from the original documents. Do not upload scans of photocopies, because the official Goa notice states that photocopies will not be accepted.
- Check the application preview carefully, especially the scheme name, Aadhaar details, bank details, class or course and institution information.
- Submit the application before November 30, 2026 and save the acknowledgement or application number.
- Follow up with your school, college or institution for verification. Respond promptly if a correction is requested.
Important application precautions
- Do not wait until the deadline; institution verification is a separate step.
- Do not apply for the same benefit through both portals unless the official scheme instructions clearly permit it.
- Use only the official NSP and Goa CM Scholarship portals.
- Keep the submitted application number and uploaded documents for reference.
- Check the portal dashboard regularly until institution verification is complete.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for Goa Scholarship 2026-27 applications?
The official Government of Goa notice sets November 30, 2026 as the last date for students to apply.
Which portal should students use?
Students applying under the listed centrally sponsored schemes should use the National Scholarship Portal. Students applying under the listed Goa state schemes should use the Goa Chief Minister Scholarship Portal.
Is Aadhaar seeding compulsory?
Yes. The official notice says Aadhaar seeding is mandatory for releasing the scholarship payment.
Can students upload photocopies of documents?
The Government of Goa notice says photocopies will not be accepted. Applicants should upload clear digital copies made from the original mandatory documents and follow the format shown on the portal.
What is the December 5, 2026 deadline?
December 5 is the deadline stated for schools, institutions and colleges to complete the relevant resubmission process. The student deadline remains November 30, 2026.
Official sources
- Government of Goa scholarship application notice
- National Scholarship Portal
- Goa Chief Minister Scholarship Portal
EntranceAlert.com is an independent education information platform and is not affiliated with the Government of Goa, the National Scholarship Portal or any scholarship authority. Students should verify final eligibility, documents and instructions on the applicable official portal before submitting an application.
