The Subsistence and Transport Allowance to Disabled Students for Pursuing Education in Computer and Management is a scheme initiated by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The objective of this scheme is to support disabled students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories who are pursuing computer and management courses in government colleges. The scheme provides financial aid, fee reimbursement, and transport allowance to help students continue their education without financial burden.
Benefits
Eligible students under this scheme will receive the following:
- Reimbursement of course fees for computer and management courses.
- Subsistence Allowance: ₹1,500/- per month.
- Transport Allowance:
- ₹500/- per month for students in Municipal Corporation areas.
- ₹300/- per month for students in Municipal Council areas.
- A maximum of 2000 students can avail of this scheme per year.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
- Must be a disabled student with a valid Disability Certificate.
- Must be enrolled in a Computer or Management course at a government college.
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- The annual income of the applicant’s parents or guardians should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Application Process
Offline Application Process
- Advertisement Issuance:
- The Directorate of Higher Education issues an advertisement inviting applications for the scheme.
- Application Submission:
- Students must submit their applications along with the required documents.
- Application Examination:
- Applications are examined by the concerned Regional Additional Director of the Higher Education Department.
- Approval & Disbursement:
- Once approved, the financial assistance is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Passport-size Photograph.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Domicile Certificate (Proof of residence in Madhya Pradesh).
- Previous Class Marksheet.
- Disability Certificate issued by a competent authority.
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST applicants).
- Income Certificate (issued by a competent authority).
- Bank Account Details/Bank Passbook Copy.
- Any other documents as required by authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories, who are disabled and enrolled in Computer or Management courses at government colleges in Madhya Pradesh.
Q: How much is the monthly subsistence allowance?
Each eligible student receives ₹1,500/- per month as a subsistence allowance.
Q: What are the transport allowances provided under the scheme?
- ₹500/- per month for students in Municipal Corporation areas.
- ₹300/- per month for students in Municipal Council areas.
Q: Is the reimbursement of fees included in the scheme?
Yes, fees for computer and management courses are reimbursed under this scheme.
Q: How many students can benefit from this scheme annually?
A maximum of 2000 students can benefit from this scheme every year.
Q: Where can I find the advertisement for the scheme?
The Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Madhya Pradesh, issues an advertisement annually for eligible students.
Q: How do I apply for the scheme?
Students must submit their application to the concerned regional education office along with the required documents.
Q: Who examines the applications for this scheme?
The concerned Regional Additional Director of Higher Education reviews and approves applications.
Q: How is the reimbursement amount disbursed?
Once approved, the financial assistance is directly credited to the student’s bank account.
Q: Can students from private colleges apply for this scheme?
No, only students studying in government colleges are eligible for this scheme.