Official Certifications
Authorized regional and state-level certification for scouts and affiliated institutions. Build a validated portfolio of leadership.
HSGA Certification Streams
Distinct character-building pathways for different age brackets.
Cubs & Bulbuls
Kiran Series Progression
Praveshika
Entry LevelRajat Kiran
FoundationSwarn Kiran
IntermediateHeerak Kiran
AdvancedRajya Puraskar
State AwardScouts & Guides
Pad Series Progression
Praveshika
Entry LevelKomal Pad
FoundationDhruv Pad
IntermediateGuru Pad
AdvancedRajya Puraskar
State AwardRangers & Rovers
Sitara Series Progression
Praveshika
Entry Level
Rajat Sitara
Silver Level
Swarn Sitara
Gold Level
Heerak Sitara
Diamond
President Award
Highest
Rover-in-Service
Service
Proficiency Badges
40+ Specialist Badge Programs
First Aid
Emergency response and basics — assessed by medical volunteers.
Cooking
Camp cooking, nutrition, and preparing balanced meals outdoors.
Photography
Composition, storytelling, and basic digital photography skills.
Agriculture
Soil knowledge, seed sowing, and organic farming basics.
IT & Cyber Safety
Digital literacy, safe internet use, and cybersecurity basics.
Arts & Crafts
Traditional crafts, painting, and cultural art forms.
Map Reading
Compass use, topographic maps, and navigation skills.
Public Speaking
Debate, elocution, and confident communication skills.
Complete list of 40+ proficiency badges available in the HSGA Badge Manual. Download from the resources section.
Why Certifications Matter
Tangible Benefits of HSGA Validation
Academic Credits
NEP 2020 co-curricular credits — directly improves academic records.
Scholarship Weightage
Telangana Government scholarship weightage for Rajya Puraskar holders.
Institutional Preference
NCC/NSS and college admission preference in major state universities.
Global Recognition
WOSM Scout ID accepted and recognized across 172 countries.
Unit Affiliation
Official authorization for the school to start pack, troop, or company meetings under HSGA.
Leadership Awards
Prestigious honors for Scout Masters and Guide Captains demonstrating excellence in youth building.
Academic Merit
Recognized educational credits awarded to high-performing scouts and guides in senior sections.