State-Specific Information

Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support

in Goa

Last updated: 14 Apr 2026

Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support in Goa

Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Goa.

Apply for Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support in Goa

Scheme Overview

The scheme aims to promote economic self-reliance and ensure the well-being of persons with benchmark disabilities requiring high support. It provides a one-time financial assistance of ₹40,000/- to eligible applicants who are bonafide residents of Goa and belong to the EWS Category.

Eligibility Criteria

- The applicant must satisfy the following conditions to apply for financial assistance under this scheme.

- The applicant must be a bona fide resident of the State of Goa by birth, by marriage, or through continuous domicile of at least fifteen years.

- The applicant must be a person with a benchmark disability requiring high support.

- The applicant must possess a certificate issued by the Medical Board notified by the State Government under Section 38 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

- The applicant must belong to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category as per the Government of India or the State Government’s notified criteria.

- The applicant must not be receiving similar financial assistance from other Government or Non-Government sources for the same purpose.

- The applicant must submit a self-declaration confirming that they are not receiving similar assistance from other sources.

***Relaxation***

Exceptions to the residence requirement may be allowed for certain special cases (e.g., persons married into Goa).

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Benefits

Financial Assistance (one-time payment) of ₹40,000/- for the following purposes:

Assistive technologies and required aids/appliances.

Personal care assistance services.

Educational or vocational training support.

The scheme can be availed once every five years, subject to reassessment of eligibility.

Funds will be recovered if they are found to be misused or used for purposes other than those specified in the scheme.

Beneficiaries may be required to participate in periodic audits by providing necessary documentation.

In cases of misuse or non-compliance, the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities may disqualify the beneficiary from future assistance under the scheme.

Required Documents

#	Document	Details
1	Certificate of Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support Needs Issued By A Competent Authority.
2	Unique Disability Identity Card.
3	Economically Weaker Section Certificate Of The Family Issued By A Competent Authority.
4	Residence Certificate Issued By The Mamlatdar Of The Concerned Taluka.
5	Self-Declaration Stating That The Financial Assistance Will Be Utilized Exclusively For The Approved Purposes.
6	Bank Passbook Copy.
7	Consent To Provide Proof Of Fund Utilization Within Ninety Days.
8	Proof of Utilization, Such As Receipts Or Invoices (Must be submitted within ninety days of receiving the financial assistance).
9	Necessary Documentation (May be required for periodic audits).

How to Apply in Goa

Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format (Annexure-A) of the application form.

Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format (Annexure-A) of the application form.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to - The Director of the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Building 'B', New Market Complex, 3rd Floor, Porvorim, Goa - 403 501.

Offline The grant of financial assistance shall be sanctioned by the Director, Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. The sanctioned amount is released as a one-time payment. The beneficiary must submit proof of utilization, such as receipts or invoices, within ninety days from the date of receiving the financial assistance.

Common questions in Goa

Who can apply for Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support in Goa?

Eligible residents of Goa who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.

What documents are required for Scheme for Persons with Benchmark Disability Requiring High Support in Goa?

Applicants in Goa typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum quantum of financial assistance that will be granted to an eligible applicant identified as a person with benchmark disability requiring high support?

Eligible persons with benchmark disabilities requiring high support will be granted a one-time financial assistance payment of ₹40,000/- (Rupees forty thousand only). <br>

To qualify as an applicant for the scheme, what is the mandatory continuous domicile period required for a person who is not a resident of the State of Goa by birth or marriage?

If I am an applicant whose spouse is married into Goa, are there specific rules or exceptions that allow me to meet the residency requirement of the State?

What is the precise timeframe within which all beneficiaries must submit the necessary documentation proving that they successfully utilized the financial assistance received?

If the funds sanctioned under the scheme are later discovered to have been used improperly or for non-specified purposes, what penalty measures will be imposed on the beneficiary?

Besides utilizing the funds for assistive technologies, is it possible to use the financial support to enroll in educational or vocational training programs?

What specific document must I include with my application to confirm that I am not receiving similar financial benefits for the same purpose from any other source?

What specific document must I provide to confirm that I am a person with benchmark disability requiring high support needs?

Is there a mandatory requirement for applicants regarding their economic status that must be fulfilled in order to qualify for this particular scheme?

If I am already receiving comparable financial support from a different governmental or non-governmental source for the same purpose, am I still eligible to apply for this assistance?

How often may a person who meets all the requirements submit a new application to receive financial support under the provisions of this scheme?

Am I allowed to use the financial assistance provided through this scheme solely for purchasing essential assistive technologies and any required aids or appliances?

Is it permissible to use the financial grant provided exclusively to pay for necessary personal care assistance services required due to my high support needs?

In what format will the financial assistance amount be distributed to the beneficiary once the application is officially sanctioned by the Department?