The Haryana State Meritorious Incentive Scheme is an initiative by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Haryana, aimed at supporting meritorious students studying in government colleges. The scheme provides monetary incentives to students securing top positions in annual university examinations across different streams, including Arts, Commerce, Science (Medical & Non-Medical), and Education.
Benefits
Monetary Incentive
- ₹5,000 per annum for students securing 1st position in their stream.
- ₹3,000 per annum for students securing 2nd position in their stream.
- ₹2,000 per annum for students securing 3rd position in their stream.
Mode of Disbursement
- The incentive is transferred directly to the student’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Validity
- The incentive is applicable only for the academic year in which the student secures a top position.
Eligibility Criteria
- The scheme is college-specific, and three meritorious students per stream (1st, 2nd, and 3rd position holders) in each government college will be awarded.
- The incentive is only for students pursuing general courses in Government Colleges.
- Students from Non-Government Colleges, Open Universities, or Correspondence Courses are not eligible.
Additional Considerations
- Separate merit lists will be prepared for:
- Boys (General Category)
- Girls (General Category)
- Scheduled Caste (SC) students (combined list for boys and girls)
- If an SC student qualifies in the General Category list, they will be counted under the General List and an extra award will be given based on merit to SC students.
- The award can be availed along with other government scholarships or stipends.
Application Process
Online Application
Registration
- Visit the Official Centralized Scholarship Portal of the Department of Higher Education, Haryana.
- Click on “Student > Student Registration” in the menu.
- Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) (Family ID) and click “Search”.
- Note: The PPP is mandatory for availing any scholarship benefit. Ensure your details (Name, DOB, Aadhaar No., etc.) are updated in the PPP before applying.
- A list of family members will be displayed. Select your name and click “Generate OTP”.
- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number and click “Verify OTP”.
- After verification, you will be redirected to the registration page.
- Cross-check the auto-filled details, select your Department and College, create a password, and click “Register”.
Application Submission
- Visit the Official Scholarship Portal and log in with your credentials.
- Navigate to the online application form for the Haryana State Meritorious Incentive Scheme.
- Fill in all mandatory fields and upload the required documents.
- Carefully review all details and make necessary corrections.
- Click “Apply” to submit the application.
- After submission, you will receive a confirmation message.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card Copy
- Applicant’s Photograph
- Applicant’s Signature
- Income Certificate
- Haryana Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- 10th Class Certificate
- 12th Class Certificate
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)
- Fee Receipt
- Last Exam Passed Certificate (except for 1st-year students)
- BPL Certificate (if applicable)
- Father’s Death Certificate (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the financial incentives provided under this scheme?
Students securing top positions in annual university exams receive:
- ₹5,000 for 1st position, ₹3,000 for 2nd position, and ₹2,000 for 3rd position.
Q: How is the incentive disbursed to eligible students?
The amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account via DBT.
Q: For which academic year is the incentive applicable?
The incentive is only applicable for the year in which the student secures the merit position.
Q: Are students from non-government colleges eligible?
No, only students from Government Colleges are eligible.
Q: Can students pursuing correspondence or open university courses apply?
No, the scheme is not applicable for students enrolled in correspondence or open university programs.
Q: How many students per stream receive the incentive in each college?
Each government college selects three students per stream (1st, 2nd, and 3rd position holders).
Q: Is there a separate merit list for different categories of students?
Yes, separate merit lists are prepared for:
- Boys (General Category)
- Girls (General Category)
- Scheduled Caste (SC) students (Combined List for Boys & Girls)
Q: What happens if an SC student qualifies for the general merit list?
If an SC student qualifies in the General List, they will be counted in that category, and an additional SC student will be awarded separately.
Q: Can a student avail of this incentive along with other government scholarships?
Yes, students can receive this award along with other government scholarships.
Q: Is a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) mandatory for applying?
Yes, PPP is mandatory, and students should ensure their details are updated before applying.