Home Nursing Scholarship Scheme

Description
"Home Nursing Scholarship" is a scholarship scheme by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa. Through this scheme, scholarships are provided to the students from Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes / Other Backward Class / Minorities and also to the Students with Disability. The scholarships are provided to pursue Home Nursing courses from institutions recognized by the State/Central Goverment. The scholarship covers Course Fees, Maintenance Allowance, and expenditure to be incurred on Books, Uniform, Stationery etc.

Exclusions
• The scholarship will not be paid during the internship/housemanship.

Benefits
• For Certificate Courses of Duration of at Least Six Months: ₹ 3,500/- or Actual Whichever is Less.
• For Diploma Courses of Duration of One Year or More: ₹ 5,000/-or Actual Whichever is Less.
• For Degree in Nursing of Duration of Three Years: ₹ 10,000/- or Actual Whichever is Less.
• For Health Worker Course of Duration of One Year or More: ₹ 3,500/- or Actual Whichever is Less.
• For Day Scholars
• ₹500/- for Scheduled Caste Students
• ₹300/- for Other Students
• For Hostellers
• ₹800/- for Scheduled Caste Students
• ₹600/- for Other Students
• (towards the Expenditure to be incurred on Books, Uniform, Stationery etc)
• ₹ 1,000/- for Certificate Courses of Duration of at Least Six Months
• ₹ 2,000/- for Diploma Courses of Duration of One Year or More
• ₹ 3,000/- for Degree in Nursing of Duration of Three Years
• ₹ 2,000/- for Health Worker Course of Duration of One Year or More

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a Student.
2. The applicant should have either been born in Goa or should have resided in Goa for continuously at least 15 years.
3. The applicant should have secured admission to an institution recognized by the State/Central Goverment.
4. The applicant should be pursuing one of the following courses:
5. - Certificate Course in Home of Duration of at Least Six Months.
6. - Diploma in Home Nursing of Duration of One Year or More.
7. - Degree in Nursing of Duration of Three Years.
8. - Health Worker Course of Duration of One Year or More.
9. The annual income of the parent or guardian of the applicant (from all sources) shall not exceed ₹1,50,000/-.
10. The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / Other Backward Class / Minority or be differently-abled.
11. **NOTE:** A scholarship holder under this scheme shall not avail of any other scholarship/stipend to pursue the same course.

Application Process
Step 1: For Registration
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For Registration

Step 2: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.
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Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

Step 3: Step 2: At the top right corner of the landing page, click "Register". You will be taken to the registration page.
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Step 2: At the top right corner of the landing page, click "Register". You will be taken to the registration page.

Step 4: Step 3: On the registration page, under the "Student Registration" section, click "Click Here".
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In the Student Registration Form, fill in the following fields:
Student's Name, Gender, Category, Date of Birth (DD-MM-YYYY), Aadhaar Number, House Number, Waddo/Street, Village Panchayat/Municipality, District, Taluka, Assembly/Constituency, City/Town/Village, PIN Code, Mobile Number, Email ID.

Step 5: Step 4: Create a password ranging between 8 to 15 characters and confirm the same.
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Step 4: Create a password ranging between 8 to 15 characters and confirm the same.

Step 6: Step 5: Click "Register" and then click "Yes" to the Confirmation Popup.
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For Application

Step 7: Step 1: Upon successful registration, visit the Official Website of the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.
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Step 1: Upon successful registration, visit the Official Website of the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

Step 8: Step 2: At the top right corner of the landing page, click "Login".
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Step 2: At the top right corner of the landing page, click "Login".

Step 9: Step 3: On the login page, fill in your username, password, captcha code, and click "Login".
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Step 3: On the login page, fill in your username, password, captcha code, and click "Login".

Step 10: Step 4: Upon logging in, a list of eligible schemes will be displayed. Click the scheme that you intend to apply for.
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Step 4: Upon logging in, a list of eligible schemes will be displayed. Click the scheme that you intend to apply for.

Step 11: Step 5: In the "Apply" section on the side navigation bar, click "Fresh Application".
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Step 5: In the "Apply" section on the side navigation bar, click "Fresh Application".

Step 12: Step 6: Fill in all the mandatory fields of the Application Form and upload all the required documents in the specified format and size and click "Submit".
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Post Application Process
1. After successful submission of the application, your school/institution will verify the application and submit it to the directorate for further scrutiny.
2. In case of an issue in the application form or documents uploaded, the school/institution can send back the application to the student for necessary corrections and resubmission.
Track Your Application

Step 13: Step 1: In the side navigation bar, click "Track Application".
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Step 1: In the side navigation bar, click "Track Application".

Step 14: Step 2: On the next page, provide your Aadhaar Number and Date of Birth, and click "Submit".
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Contact Us
https://cmscholarship.goa.gov.in/fcontactus.aspx

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport Size Photograph
• Caste Certificate/ Social Status Certificate
• Certificates, Diploma, Degree etc in Respect of All Examinations Passed
• Income Certificate, issued by Competent Authority
• Birth Certificate/proof of Goan Origin
• 15 Years Domicile Certificate or Residence Certificate
• Receipt of Fees Paid to the Institution
• Bank Pass Book

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What maintenance allowance is provided to students under the scheme?
A: Maintenance allowances are:
For SC students: [?]500 per month (Day Scholars), [?]800 per month (Hostellers).
For other categories: [?]300 per month (Day Scholars), [?]600 per month (Hostellers).

Q: Is any additional financial assistance provided for books, uniforms, or stationery?
A: Yes, a one-time financial assistance is provided as follows:
[?]1,000 for certificate courses.
[?]2,000 for diploma and health worker courses.
[?]3,000 for degree courses.

Q: Are students eligible to receive the scholarship during internships or practical training?
A: No, the scholarship will not be paid during internships or practical training if the student is receiving any remuneration, allowance, or stipend during this period.

Q: What documents are required to apply for the Home Nursing Scholarship?
A: The required documents include:
Aadhaar Card
Completed scholarship application form
Passport size photograph
Attested copy of Caste Certificate/Social Status Certificate
Attested copies of certificates/diplomas/degrees of passed examinations
An income certificate issued by a competent authority
Birth Certificate or proof of Goan origin
15 years Domicile/Residence Certificate
Original receipt of fees paid to the institution
Copy of Bank Passbook

Q: Can students apply for this scholarship if they are receiving another scholarship or stipend for the same course?
A: No, students who are receiving another scholarship or stipend for the same course are not eligible for this scheme.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided for certificate courses in home nursing?
A: Students pursuing certificate courses in home nursing receive [?]3,500 or the actual course fees, whichever is less, as financial assistance. Additionally, they receive [?]1,000 for books, uniforms, and stationery.

Q: If a student was born outside Goa but has lived there for 14 years and 8 months, can they apply for an exemption to the 15-year residency requirement?
A: No exceptions are made to the 15-year continuous residency requirement. Applicants must either be born in Goa or have completed a full 15 years of continuous residence before applying.

Q: How is the maintenance allowance disbursed for students who switch between day scholar and hosteler status during the academic year?
A: The maintenance allowance adjusts according to the student's current status. Students must inform the directorate of any change in their day scholar/hosteler status, and the allowance will be adjusted from the month of status change.

Q: If a student receives a merit scholarship from their institution, does this disqualify them from the Home Nursing Scholarship?
A: Yes, this scheme explicitly prohibits beneficiaries from availing any other scholarship/stipend for the same course, regardless of the source or amount of the additional scholarship.

Q: What happens to the scholarship if a student takes a medical break during their nursing degree program?
A: The scholarship is paused during any break in studies. Students must notify the directorate about their medical break and provide documentation for continuation of scholarship upon rejoining.

Q: For students whose family income fluctuates seasonally, which months' income is considered for the ₹1,50,000 annual limit?
A: The income certificate should reflect the total annual income from all sources for the previous financial year, regardless of seasonal fluctuations.

Q: If a student is pursuing a four-year B.Sc. Nursing program, how does the three-year degree benefit structure apply?
A: The scheme specifically covers only up to three years of nursing degree programs. Benefits for the fourth year are not provided, even for longer duration courses.

Q: What is the process for students who need to transfer between recognized institutions mid-course?
A: Students must immediately inform the directorate about the transfer, provide documentation from both institutions, and ensure the new institution is also recognized by State/Central Government for continued scholarship.

Q: How are the one-time amounts for books and uniforms handled if a student changes courses within the eligible programs?
A: The one-time amount is provided only once per education level. Students changing courses at the same level (e.g., between diploma courses) are not eligible for another one-time payment.

Q: For students with disabilities, are there any additional allowances or relaxations in documentation requirements?
A: While students with disabilities are eligible, the scheme doesn't specify additional benefits or documentation relaxations. Standard requirements and benefits apply to all categories.

Q: How does the scholarship handle additional mandatory costs that exceed the prescribed course fee limits?
A: The scholarship only covers up to the specified limits (e.g., [?]10,000 for degree courses). Any additional costs must be borne by the student, with no provisions for extra funding.

Q: Can students enrolled in part-time nursing programs avail of this scholarship?
A: No, the scholarship is designed for full-time students only. Part-time program enrollees are not eligible, even if the course duration matches the specified criteria.

Q: How are maintenance allowances handled during mandatory clinical postings at different locations?
A: The allowance remains based on the student's primary enrollment status (day scholar/hosteler) regardless of temporary clinical posting locations.

Q: If a student completes a certificate course and then enrolls in a diploma program, can they receive benefits for both?
A: Yes, students can receive benefits for progressive levels of education (certificate to diploma to degree), but not for multiple courses at the same level.