The Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of NCT of Delhi invites applications for the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Award to SC/ST/OBC/Minorities Students, Delhi 2021. This state-sponsored scholarship is designed to recognize and reward meritorious students pursuing graduation from recognized colleges/institutions. The award is given to toppers in each discipline of the professional/technical degree courses.
Benefits
- Award Amount:
- INR 25,000/- is granted to each selected topper among the SC/ST/OBC/Minorities in every discipline.
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Qualification:
- The student must have passed both the 10th and 12th examinations from Delhi.
- The award is conferred to the topper in each discipline of the professional/technical degree course.
- Caste/Community Requirement:
- Applicants must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), or Minorities, as evidenced by a valid caste certificate issued by the competent authority of Delhi.
- Merit-Based Award:
- The award is purely merit-based, and no family income limit is prescribed.
- Frequency:
- Each topper is awarded only once after passing out of the final examination of the course.
Application Process (Online)
- Access the Portal:
- Open the e-district portal.
- Login/Registration:
- Login using your existing credentials or register as a new user if you are not already registered.
- Application Submission:
- Provide all the relevant details and follow the instructions on the portal.
- Select the scholarship scheme (Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Award) and upload the required documents.
- Submit the application form.
Documents Required
- Bank Account Details:
- Details of your bank account where the award will be credited.
- Aadhaar Number:
- Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your bank account.
- Passport-Size Photograph:
- A recent photograph of the applicant.
- Caste Certificate:
- For SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, issued by the competent authority of Delhi.
- Educational Documents/Certificates:
- Mark sheets or certificates of the 10th and 12th examinations, as well as any other relevant academic certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Which category of students can apply for this state-sponsored scholarship?
- Students belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and Minority categories who are pursuing graduation in recognized institutions can apply.
- Who are eligible to apply for the scholarship?
- Only those students who have passed both the 10th and 12th examinations from Delhi and belong to the specified categories are eligible.
- How can applicants apply online for the scholarship?
- By accessing the e-district portal, logging in (or registering), selecting the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Award scheme, filling in the required details, and uploading the necessary documents.
- Do applicants need a user ID and password to apply?
- Yes, you must have a user ID and password. New users can register to obtain these credentials.
- Is fresh registration required each time for applying to scholarship schemes?
- Subsequent applications typically do not require fresh registration if you have already registered on the e-district portal.
- Can applicants edit the information already saved?
- Yes, you can edit the saved information up to a specified deadline, as per the portal guidelines.
- Which fields in the application form are mandatory?
- All fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory.
- What is the UID number/Aadhaar Number and is it required?
- The UID number, commonly known as the Aadhaar Number, is a unique 12-digit identity number. It is mandatory for application as it is used for KYC and linking your bank account.
- Is the online application required to be completed in one sitting?
- You can save your progress and complete the application in multiple sessions.
- Do schools/colleges need to register separately?
- Educational institutions are not required to register; however, students must submit their individual applications.
- How are applicants below 18 years registered?
- Applicants below 18 should be registered by their legal guardian or as per the instructions on the portal.
- What is the role of educational institutions in this scheme?
- Institutions may be required to verify the academic credentials of the applicants.
- Where can more information be obtained?
- Detailed guidelines are available on the official website and through the e-district portal.