- Goa updates mid-day meal rates under PM POSHAN Scheme starting May 1, 2025.
- New rates: ₹9.33 per child for Pre-primary and Primary; ₹12.00 for Upper Primary.
- Menu and meal quality remain the same; all schools instructed to follow the new rates carefully.
In a significant development for school education in Goa, the state government has revised the mid-day meal rates under the centrally sponsored PM POSHAN Scheme, effective from May 2025. The updated rates aim to ensure that students across Pre-primary, Primary, and Upper Primary levels continue receiving nutritious meals in schools.
The revised rates are expected to benefit thousands of children enrolled in government and government-aided schools, reinforcing the state’s commitment to student health and well-being. The move has been welcomed by educators and parents alike, who see it as a positive step towards improving learning outcomes through better nutrition.
New Mid-Day Meal Rates Under PM POSHAN Scheme in Goa
To improve the mid-day meal program, the Directorate of Education, Government of Goa, has announced a change in the meal cost effective from May 1, 2025. These changes apply to everyone involved in providing meals including Parent Teacher Associations, Self Help Groups, and Mahila Mandals in government and aided schools across the state. This covers Balwatikas (pre-primary), primary, and upper primary levels.
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Updated Rates for Pre-primary, Primary, and Upper Primary Levels
The circular issued on July 17, 2025, explains the new cost structure as follows:
| School Level | Meal Rate per Child/Day (₹) |
|---|---|
| Pre-primary / Balwatika and Primary | 9.33 |
| Upper Primary | 12.00 |
Even though the cost per meal has gone up, the menu, portion size, and calorie value stay the same to make sure children keep getting nutritious food without any changes.
Putting the New Rates into Practice and Keeping Track
To make sure the new rates are followed properly, the Directorate of Education has given instructions to all schools in Goa. Schools and meal providers like Self Help Groups and Mahila Mandals must stick to the new cost from May 1, 2025. Compliance is being checked closely to keep clarity and make the program work well.
The circular was signed by Director of Education Shaikh R.S. and shared with key education officials including the Directors of Education for North, Central, and South regions, Assistant Directors of Education (ADEIs) for all talukas, and the Director of Information Technology so the information is available online.
If you want to see official updates or guidelines, visit the PM POSHAN official website or ask your school office.
These updates are a positive step in continuing the government’s promise to provide quality mid-day meals to students across Goa, supporting better health and learning results.