The Government of Madhya Pradesh’s Higher Education Department initiated the Distribution of Free Books and Stationery to SC/ST Students scheme. The government aims at offering free books and stationery to the SC/ST students studying at the undergraduate and graduate levels in government colleges. As a result, the financial burden of the students is reduced. The plan would also ensure all the study materials required to clear the ongoing course.
Benefits
Under this scheme, SC/ST students receive the following benefits:
- Books: Free books worth ₹1,500 per year.
- Stationery: Free stationery worth ₹500 per year.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Distribution of Free Books and Stationery to SC/ST Students scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Residency: The candidate should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
- Student Status: The candidate should be a regular student.
- Category: The candidate must belong to SC/ST.
- Institution: The candidate should be studying in any government college.
- Course: The candidate must be studying for undergraduate or postgraduate courses.
Application Process
Offline Application Process:
- Eligible students have to contact the head or principal of respective government colleges.
- After admission, the principal will arrange to purchase the books from the Hindi Granth Academy as per the book purchase rules.
- The books will be distributed to the SC/ST students.
- Stationery is also provided by the college under the scheme.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST students)
- Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh
- Any other documents as required by the college authorities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1:Who is eligible for this scheme?
SC/ST students, who opt to join undergraduate or graduate programs in government colleges of Madhya Pradesh, are entitled to this scheme.
Q2: Scholarship Available
There are numerous scholarships available for the scholars under this scheme.
Stationary worth ₹500 year’s free
Books worth ₹1,500 per year free
Q3: How can one apply for this scheme?
Eligible students should approach the head of their government college or the principal to apply for this program.
Q4: Are SC/ST students only eligible for this program?
Yes, only SC/ST students are eligible for this program.
Q5: Where will the books be bought?
Books can be purchased from the Hindi Granth Academy only after following the book procurement requirements.
Q6: Does the stationery have a place?
Students who are eligible for this scheme are provided with the stationery by the college.
Q7: Is there a limit on the number of books or stationery items that can be supplied?
Books and stationery worth ₹1,500 and ₹500 respectively are supplied in the scheme. There is no specific number of books, but the total expense of the books should not exceed ₹1,500.
Q8: Can students studying in private colleges also join this scheme?
No, only students are eligible for this scheme who join government colleges.
Q9. Are students under part-time courses eligible for the scheme?
No, only regular students are eligible.
Q10. Does it also apply for students from other states?
No, only those students from the state of Madhya Pradesh will be eligible, who are of SC/ST categories.