State GovernmentSocial Welfare

“RAKSHAK PURASKARS’’ Award

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Goa

Rakshak Puraskar is an award scheme run by the Government of Goa that recognizes and honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional courage and bravery. The award is given to people who go beyond their duty to help, protect, or support victims of violence, attacks, or harassment against women and girls. This scheme celebrates heroic actions taken in difficult and dangerous situations to safeguard the safety and dignity of women and girls in society.

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What You Get

  • Recognition and honor for courageous actions
  • Official award certificate from Government of Goa
  • Public acknowledgment of bravery and service
  • Opportunity to inspire and motivate others in the community

Who Can Apply

  • Gender: Female only
  • Age: 25–100 years
  • Residence: Goa residents only
  • Indian citizen
  • Demonstrated exceptional courage in helping or protecting women and girls
  • Acted beyond regular duty or call of duty
  • Assisted victims of violence, attacks, or harassment
  • Acted in adverse or dangerous circumstances
  • No age limit specified
  • Open to all genders and occupations

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Identity Proof
  3. 3. Nomination Form
  4. 4. Evidence of Brave Act
  5. 5. Character Certificate
  6. 6. Witness Affidavit

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Goa
Category
Social Welfare
Target Gender
Female
Age Group
25–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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