Launched in 1966-67, the “State Scholarship for Classes 6th to 10th” is a welfare scheme by the Scheduled Caste Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. This scheme provides financial assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) students, offering ₹200 per year for boys and ₹600 per year for girls, to support their education. The scholarship is provided until 31st October each year. The aim is to encourage students from the SC category to pursue their education and reduce financial barriers.
Benefits
- Scholarship Amount:
- Boys: ₹200 per year (for 10 months)
- Girls: ₹600 per year (for 10 months)
Eligibility Criteria
- The student should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The student should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- The student should be enrolled in classes 6th to 10th in a recognized educational institution.
- The student should apply for the scholarship before the 31st of October.
Application Process
Offline Application:
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Collect Application Form:
- Visit the educational institution during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.
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Fill in the Application Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields in the application form.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required).
- Attach copies of all necessary documents (self-attested, if required).
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Submit the Application Form:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority within the prescribed period (if any).
Post-Application:
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Online Registration by Institution:
- After submitting the application, the educational institution authority should visit the Madhya Pradesh Shiksha Portal to apply for the scheme benefits on behalf of the student.
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Submission through Portal:
- The concerned authority can complete the online registration process and submit the application for scheme benefits through the portal.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Bank Account Details
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Educational Documents
- Self-attested Documents
- Proof of Admission
- Bank Details
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the “State Scholarship for Classes 6th to 10th”?
A: It is a welfare scheme by the Scheduled Caste Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, providing financial assistance to SC students in classes 6th to 10th to support their education.
Q2: Who is eligible for the scholarship?
A: Students who are residents of Madhya Pradesh, belong to the SC category, and are enrolled in classes 6th to 10th in a recognized educational institution.
Q3: How much is the scholarship amount for boys?
A: ₹200 per year (for 10 months).
Q4: How much is the scholarship amount for girls?
A: ₹600 per year (for 10 months).
Q5: What is the last date to apply for the scholarship?
A: Students should apply before the 31st of October each year.
Q6: Do I need to be a resident of Madhya Pradesh?
A: Yes, the student must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
Q7: What documents are required to apply for the scholarship?
A: Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Account Details, Passport-sized Photograph, Educational Documents, Self-attested Documents, Proof of Admission, and Bank Details.
Q8: What is the main purpose of this scholarship?
A: To encourage SC students to pursue their education and reduce financial barriers.
Q9: Do I need to submit any verification documents?
A: Yes, necessary documents like Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, etc., need to be submitted.