Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana: application form pdf, Classes 6-9 Amount, Eligibility

Number of Scholarships

• A total of 920 scholarships are awarded annually across India.
• Each Postal Circle awards 40 scholarships, selecting 10 students each from Classes 6, 7, 8, and 9.

Benefits of the Scheme

1. Scholarship Amount

• Selected students receive a scholarship of ₹6,000 per annum (₹500 per month).
• Payments are made quarterly (₹1,500 every quarter) through IPPB/POSB accounts.

2. Renewal Criteria

• The scholarship is valid for one year.
• Students can reapply each year, provided they continue to meet eligibility criteria.

3. Philately Mentors

• Each participating school is assigned a Philately Mentor, who helps:
  • Form Philately Clubs at schools.
  • Guide students in Philately projects.
  • Offer mentorship to enhance knowledge in Philately.

Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must be a regular student in Classes 6 to 9.
• The applicant must be studying in a recognized school in India.
• The applicant must be a member of a Philately Club in their school.
  • If the school does not have a Philately Club, students with a Philately Deposit Account will be considered.
• The applicant must have scored at least 60% marks in their last final examination.
  • SC/ST students get a 5% relaxation (i.e., they must score at least 55%).

Application Process

Offline Application

1. Download the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana application form from the official website.
2. Fill out the form completely and attach the required documents.
3. Submit the application by Registered Post, Speed Post, or in-person to the concerned Regional or Divisional Postal Head.
   • Schools can apply on behalf of students by submitting applications collectively in a single envelope.

Selection Process

1. Philately Quiz:
   • Every Postal Circle will conduct a Philately Quiz to test students’ knowledge.
   • The list of quiz topics is provided in the official notification.
2. Philately Project Submission:
   • Shortlisted candidates must submit a Philately Project based on topics provided by the Postal Circle.
   • The project is evaluated by a committee consisting of Postal Officials and Philately Experts.
3. Final Selection:
   • Each Postal Circle will select 40 awardees (10 from each class).
   • The final list is submitted to IPPB/POSB for scholarship disbursement.

Documents Required

• Previous year’s marksheet (proof of academic performance).
• Bonafide Certificate from School (proof of enrollment).
• Philately Club Membership Certificate or Philately Deposit Account Details.
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar or School ID).
• Bank Account Details (for Direct Benefit Transfer).
• Caste Certificate (if applicable for relaxation).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Q: How are the topics for the Philately Quiz determined, and who provides them?
   The topics are provided by each Postal Circle in the official notification.
2. Q: Who evaluates the project work on Philately?
   A committee of Postal Officials and Philately Experts evaluates the submitted projects.
3. Q: What role do Postal Officials and Philately Experts play in the evaluation process?
   They review and score the projects based on content, creativity, and relevance.
4. Q: How are scholarships disbursed?
   Scholarship amounts are credited quarterly into students’ India Post Payment Bank (IPPB) or Post Office Savings Bank (POSB) accounts.
5. Q: Why do awardees need to open a joint account with their parents?
   To ensure proper fund management and parental oversight of the scholarship.
6. Q: What is the role of Philately Mentors?
   They guide students, help set up Philately Clubs, and support project development.
7. Q: How does Philately benefit students?
   Philately enhances historical knowledge, improves research skills, and fosters creativity while being an enjoyable and relaxing hobby.

Sources and References

• Department of Posts – Official Website
• Guidelines for the Scheme
• Application Form